Tamu Smith-Kohls

Tamu Smith-Kohls serves as the Vice President of Enrollment Management and Marketing for California Aeronautical University. She has worked in the aviation industry in various roles for 24 years. As a United States Air Force retired veteran, she has a unique appreciation for the aviation industry. Tamu has served in Information Systems as a Network Administrator, Aerospace Flight Medicine as a Health Services Manager, and Air Force Recruitment and Marketing. She holds an undergraduate degree in Psychology; a Master’s in Business Administration and is a Certified Neuro Linguistic Practitioner. Her passion is motivating, training, coaching and serving others to reach their best potential.

Upcoming Events – September 2023

May 21, 2024September 1, 2023 Tamu Smith-Kohls

September 2023 Events Horizon Air Visits CAU Date: Thurs, September 7th Pilot and maintenance recruiters from Horizon Air will be visiting the CAU Bakersfield campus to give a presentation to our students. The pilot recruitment team will give a presentation to current CAU students about their Pilot Development Program and Horizon maintenance recruiters will be …

Upcoming Events – August 2023

May 21, 2024August 1, 2023 Tamu Smith-Kohls

August 2023 Events Date: Mon, August 7th CAU’s fall term begins on August 7th. Students in the Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics (pilot degree) and the Aviation Maintenance Technology programs begin their coursework. Schedule an admissions meeting to learn about our next term:

CAU hosts U.S. Air Force AIM High Academy

May 21, 2024July 11, 2023 Tamu Smith-Kohls

As the first session concluded and another begins, the cadets taking part in the U.S. Air Force AIM High Flight Academy at California Aeronautical University (CAU) recently celebrated graduating from the three-week program designed to launch aviation careers. Selected candidates ages 16 to 23 applied for the opportunity to participate in a comprehensive aviation flight …

Upcoming Events – July 2023

May 21, 2024July 11, 2023 Tamu Smith-Kohls

In July, California Aeronautical University is looking forward to welcoming its last session of cadets for our AIM High Flight Academy, SkyWest visiting our San Diego Campus, hosting an Open House, and making an appearance at EAA AirVenture OshKosh July 2023 Events Date: Wed, July 12th, 2023 CAU will welcome its last session of cadets …

The Sky’s the Limit: CAU Students Soar with SkyWest’s Pilot Pathway Program

May 21, 2024June 22, 2023 Tamu Smith-Kohls

CAU and skywest's pilot pathway program - CAU

In an age where the aviation industry is rapidly evolving, California Aeronautical University (CAU) students find themselves at the forefront of exceptional career opportunities, thanks to a privileged alliance with SkyWest Airlines. SkyWest, a leading regional airline in the United States, has established an Elite Partnership with CAU, opening doors to a myriad of benefits …