Space Foundation Receives More Than 3,000 Artwork Submissions

The 7th Annual Space Foundation International Student Art Contest came to a close Nov. 15, with a total of 3,099 entries from 50 countries, and 31 states in the United States. Now that the contest has closed for entries, the artwork has transitioned into the three-stage judging process to narrow the entries down to 25…

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Bac-Shield Steam Applied Antimicrobial is Space Certified Space Technology

The Space Foundation has officially recognized STERIS IMS as the newest Certified Space Technology partner for its application of Bac-Shield Steam Applied Antimicrobial (Steam Applied Chitosan Antimicrobial) to medical devices. STERIS IMS is a surgical device management and consulting company, with sales and clinical teams serving more than 4,000 healthcare facilities in the United States.…

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AFA Awards Colorado Medal of Merit to Space Foundation

Bryan DeBates, Space Foundation Vice President – Education, and Elias Molen, Manager – Space Education, were recently honored by the Colorado Air Force Association with the Colorado Medal of Merit. The award was given to DeBates and Molen for their work in the partnership between the Space Foundation and the Air Force Association’s (AFA) StellarXplorers…

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Plan to Kick Off the 33rd Space Symposium at Space Foundation Yuri's Night

The public is invited to join the Space Foundation’s Yuri’s Night celebration on Sunday, April 2, launching Space Symposium week in Colorado Springs. In addition to food, fun and networking, proceeds from the event will benefit the Space Foundation’s STEM education programs. Yuri’s Night parties and events are held around the world every April in…

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Project Management Institute Educational Foundation Grant Will Fund Space Foundation Initiative for Teachers and Students

The Space Foundation has received a grant from the Project Management Institute Educational Foundation (PMIEF) for a two-year initiative to help teachers and students prepare for the demands of the future workforce. The $192,125 grant will fund an initiative entitled “Out of this World Project Management,” an enhancement of Space Foundation education programs that inspire…

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New Space Symposium Panel: The Center Directors in a Time of Transition

The 33rd Space Symposium will address the impact of changes in the U.S. government with a new panel of special interest, “The Center Directors in a Time of Transition.”   Moderated by Dr. David Livingston, founder and host of “The Space Show,” the panelists will include: Robert D. Cabana, Director, John F. Kennedy Space Center…

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Brig. Gen. John E. Shaw is Space Warfighters Luncheon Speaker

The Space Warfighters Luncheon is held annually during the Space Symposium to honor the men and women who serve in the military around the world. The luncheon also highlights the role space assets play in providing security and solutions for keeping troops safe, informed and effective. For the 33rd Space Symposium, Brig. Gen. John E.…

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Help Shape the Women's Global Gathering at the 33rd Space Symposium

The Space Foundation is seeking input as it plans its first Women’s Global Gathering, to be held during the 33rd Space Symposium in Colorado Springs, April 3-6, 2017. The Space Symposium will bring together leaders of the civil, commercial and defense space sectors from more than 30 spacefaring nations, providing an ideal opportunity to examine…

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Taking Space in the Community to Maryland

Three members of the Space Foundation Education Team took its Space in the Community STEM education program to Charles County Public Schools in Maryland in November. The Space Foundation has a long-standing relationship with the schools in Charles County, and was able to work with students across the county from 3rd grade on up to…

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Gen. William Shelton Elected Space Foundation Vice Chairman

The Board of Directors of the Space Foundation held its annual meeting on Nov. 10, and Gen. William L. Shelton, USAF (Ret.), was elected to a one-year term as Vice Chairman of the Board. Shelton is former Commander, Air Force Space Command. ADM James O. Ellis, Jr., USN (Ret.), will continue as Chairman of the…

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