Drones in Higher Ed: The Autonomous Future with OSU's Chris Strasbaugh

31/07/2025 34 min Temporada 1 Episodio 7

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In Episode Seven of The Unmanned Podcast, host Matt Hernandez speaks with Chris Strasbaugh, Director of Learning Technologies at The Ohio State University, about how drone education is evolving in Higher Ed - and why autonomy is the future of the industry.Chris shares his unconventional journey from photography and archiving to leading one of the most forward-thinking UAS education initiatives in the country. This episode explores how post-secondary drone programs are preparing students to be job-ready, industry-certified, and equipped to lead in an increasingly autonomous landscape.Topics covered:The future of drone autonomy and workforce implicationsOSU’s approach to UAS education and certificationReal-world drone applications in academic researchBridging technical training with career readinessHow drone mapping supports university researchEnjoy the show!