First Officer Tan Hao speaking to Towson University management students in April

American Airlines first officer shares how effective leaders can soar

As a first officer with American Airlines, previous captain with its regional airlines, and a veteran flight trainer, Tan Hao says the key to leadership is to be a good listener and have patience.

“Be creative. Ask questions and listen intently,” she said during a recent presentation to College of Business and Economics students. “If you are patient and persistent, you will prevail. Most importantly, be kind to others. They’ll remember.” Continue reading “American Airlines first officer shares how effective leaders can soar”

The bigger picture of improving nutrition

38 million people face severe food insecurities, according to the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN). And 88% of countries face a serious burden of malnutrition, overweight and obesity, or both.

“The ultimate goal is to get people fed nutritionally, affordably, and hopefully tastily,” said Associate Professor of Economics James Manley, Ph.D. Continue reading “The bigger picture of improving nutrition”