Drones in Higher Ed: The Autonomous Future with OSU's Chris Strasbaugh
Update: 2025-07-31
Description
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 implications
- OSU’s approach to UAS education and certification
- Real-world drone applications in academic research
- Bridging technical training with career readiness
- How drone mapping supports university research
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