Space Foundation News
Former Astronaut Lawrence Speaks at Space Foundation PreK-2 Pilot Program
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 27, 2010) — The Space Foundation just completed its second pilot of a new Space Across the Curriculum educator professional development course specifically for teachers of PreK-2nd grade students. Beginning in the summer of 2010, the new week-long course will join the Space Foundation’s other six classes for grade PreK-high school…
Legendary Astronaut John Young to Receive Hill Award
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 22, 2010) — The Space Foundation Board of Directors has selected former Gemini, Apollo, and Space Shuttle Astronaut Captain John Young, USN (Retired), for the Foundation’s highest honor – the General James E. Hill Lifetime Space Achievement Award. The award will be presented at a special luncheon event on Wednesday, April…
Dr. William Ballhaus, Jr., Elected Chairman of the Space Foundation Board of Directors
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 20, 2010) — Several significant changes were made to the Space Foundation’s Board of Directors at the organization’s annual meeting today in Washington, D.C.: William F. Ballhaus, Jr., Ph.D., retired president and chief executive officer of The Aerospace Corporation, was elected to serve a two-year term as the chairman; Outgoing Chairman…
Space Foundation Cyber 1.0 Conference to Explore Strategic and Tactical Aspects of Cyberspace
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 19, 2010) — The Space Foundation’s Cyber 1.0 Conference, an important new event that addresses the Air Force Space Command (AFSPC)’s newly acquired cyberspace mission, will be held April 12 at The Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs, Colo. Conducted by the Space Foundation, Cyber 1.0 will feature presentations by senior AFSPC…
Boeing's Dennis Muilenburg to Provide Industry Perspective at the 26th National Space Symposium
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 14, 2010) — Dennis R. Muilenburg, executive vice president of The Boeing Company and president and chief executive officer of Boeing’s Defense, Space & Security unit, will provide a commercial space industry perspective as a featured speaker at the Space Foundation’s 26th National Space Symposium. He joins a slate of speakers…
Analytical Graphics Funds $3 Million Missions Simulator for Space Foundation Discovery Institute
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 13, 2010) — A generous donation from Analytical Graphics, Inc. (AGI) has launched a new space education lab in Colorado Springs – the AGI Space Missions Simulator at the Space Foundation Discovery Institute. AGI, headquartered in Exton, Pa., donated software, licensing, and new computer equipment valued at more than $3 million…
Space Foundation Recognizes Leonard Nimoy with Douglas S. Morrow Public Outreach Award
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 12, 2010) — Leonard Nimoy, who has inspired people around the world to explore the wonders of science, space, and technology through his television and motion picture portrayals of Star Trek’s Mr. Spock, will be honored April 15 by the Space Foundation as the winner of the 2010 Douglas S. Morrow…
Reserve Tickets Now for Truly Lecture
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 6, 2010) — Saturday, Jan. 16 2 p.m. Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center 30 W. Dale St. Colorado Springs, CO 80903 Tickets – $7, call (719) 634-5581 In December, the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center opened an exhibition of space art: NASA | ART: 50 Years of Exploration. Scheduled to run…
Take Advantage of 26th National Space Symposium Super Early Bird Discount
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 4, 2010) — Register for the 26th National Space Symposium by Feb. 5 to take advantage of the Super Early Bird Discount. Plus, add registration to the new Cyber 1.0 Conference for extra savings! Industry/Educator/Nonprofit/ContractorIndustry/Educator/Nonprofit/Contractor registrants who sign up now will pay only $1,250 to attend 26th National Space Symposium, the…
New Generation Gets Focus at Symposium
As the National Space Symposium continues to grow, it also continues to branch out to appeal to a wider spectrum within the global space community. Building on an initiative launched at the 25th National Space Symposium in 2009, this year’s event is offering expanded programs aimed directly at the younger generation of space professionals. The…