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International Partnerships: Mission Critical and a Two-way Street
Space is a global commons, and the exploration, development and utilization of space increasingly requires global perspective and engagement. Over the past decade, the shift to a more global role has become crucial for the Space Foundation as we continue to pursue our mission, “To advance space-related endeavors, to Inspire, Enable and Propel Humanity.” Humanity,…
Read MoreAnnouncing the Colorado Space Heroes Hall of Fame
by Gina Taranto, Space Foundation Director – Philanthropy I’m from Colorado, born and raised. And, admittedly, those of us who puff out our chest and proudly boast, “I’m a native,” do have a bit of an ego when it comes to our state. But for good reason! Our state is simply incredible. We have some…
Read MoreReport on Washington, D.C., Activities
On May 18, the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Science, Space, & Technology, Space Subcommittee held a hearing entitled, “Next Steps to Mars: Deep Space Habitats.” The diverse witness panel attracted a full gallery, and included: Jason Crusan, Director, Advanced Exploration Systems, Human Exploration and Operations Mission Directorate, NASA John Elbon, Vice President and…
Read MoreFeatured Speakers Announced for Space Technology & Investment Forum
Building on the success of last year’s Space Technology & Investment Forum, the Space Foundation is expanding this by-invitation conference for 2016 to include more participants and more diverse moderators, speakers and panelists. Held in San Francisco, the Forum will showcase venture capitalists and institutional investors, with an expanded number of trending, innovative companies on…
Read MoreSpace Foundation Hosts An Evening with Scott Kelly
On May 25, the Space Foundation celebrated astronaut Scott Kelly’s year in space and subsequent retirement from NASA with a reception for Congressional members and other invited guests. An Evening with Scott Kelly was held at the Capitol Visitor’s Center, in Washington, D.C. Kelly, who recently returned to Earth after spending 340 days aboard the…
Read MoreSpace Foundation is Now Accepting Nominations for Space Technology Hall of Fame® 2017 Induction
The Space Foundation is now seeking nominations for induction into the prestigious Space Technology Hall of Fame® in 2017. This international program honors innovations by organizations and individuals who transform space technology into commercial products that improve life on Earth. The Space Technology Hall of Fame recognizes the life-changing technologies emerging from global space programs;…
Read MoreMeet Author Dian Curtis Regan at the Discovery Center June 11
The Space Foundation Discovery Center’s last Space Story Party of the school year featured guest presenter Dian Curtis Regan (pictured), author of more than 60 books for young children. She read her book Space Boy and His Dog to the young participants and signed copies of her book, which has been designated a Space Certified…
Read MoreFlight Night Brings Space in the Community to Tulsa-area Schools
More than 5,000 children in Tulsa-area schools learned first-hand about the excitement of space when former NASA astronaut and Space Shuttle pilot Paul Lockhart visited their schools in May. Lockhart’s presentations reinforced the message that STEM education – science, technology, engineering and math – can lead to exciting careers. “This special week-long focus on space…
Read MoreElliot Pulham Presents Bill Nye with RNASA Award
At the Rotary National Award for Space Achievement (RNASA) 30th annual black-tie Space Awards Gala, Space Foundation CEO Elliot Pulham presented the 2016 Space Communicator Award to Bill Nye, CEO of the Planetary Society and best known for his role as Bill Nye the Science Guy. Pulham previously presented Nye with a communications award in 2013…
Read MoreSpace Foundation Receives Grant from Harris Corporation for Space in the Community
Harris Corporation has provided a grant to collaborate with the Space Foundation on a program that will further science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) studies in several Brevard County, Fla., schools. The Space Foundation’s Space in the Community is an immersive program for students, parents and teachers designed to inform and inspire them about space…
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