Space Foundation Press Releases
Space Foundation Events Celebrate World Space Week
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Oct. 6, 2015) – In Colorado this week, and around the world, space enthusiasts, professionals, students and hobbyists are celebrating humankinds’ achievements in space during World Space Week. In 1999, the United Nations General Assembly declared that World Space Week would be held each year from October 4-10. It is recognized as…
Apply Now for Space Foundation’s International Teacher Liaison Program
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Sept. 28, 2015) — If space and teaching are your passions, the Space Foundation can connect you with other like-minded educators around the globe to share ideas for bringing space themes into the classroom. Educators from anywhere in the world are invited to apply now to become a Space Foundation Teacher Liaison. This…
The Space Report Online, 10 Years of Data, 10 Years of Growth Now Available
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Sept. 21, 2015) – Over the course of the past decade, the Space Foundation research team has gathered an ever-expanding collection of information about the space industry, government policies and priorities, and the evolving trends that influence space activity. All of this data is now available in a single place, ready for…
Space Technology Sponsors at the Space Technology & Investment Forum, Sept. 30 – Oct. 1
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Sept. 17, 2015) — Over a dozen of the Space Foundation’s Certification Partners will be sponsoring and attending the Space Technology & Investment Forum to be held Sept. 30 – Oct. 1 in San Francisco’s financial district. The Space Foundation created the Space Technology & Investment Forum to offer investors from angel…
Space Foundation’s Sixth Annual International Student Art Contest Open for Submissions
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Aug. 24, 2015) – Talented, creative student artists from around the world, ages 3 to 18 years, are invited to enter the Space Foundation’s sixth annual International Student Art Contest. Children may draw, paint or create a digital image for the contest theme “What Space Means to Me…” The deadline to submit entries…
Last Chance to See “Great Balls of Fire” Exhibit at Space Foundation Discovery Center
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Aug. 11, 2015) — Just a few weeks remain to see “Great Balls of Fire: Comets, Asteroids, and Meteors” at the Space Foundation Discovery Center in Colorado Springs. This national traveling exhibit will be heading off to its next destination in mid-September. The exhibit, which is on loan from the Space Science…
Panel Topics Announced for Space Technology & Investment Forum, Sept. 30 – Oct. 1
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Aug. 10, 2015) – The Space Foundation created the Space Technology & Investment Forum to bring together the early stage investor, angel and venture capital communities and space startups, with a focus on early stage investment. Technology and innovation are key aspects of the forum, addressed in both technology transfer — including…
Space Foundation to Host Space Career Day Workshop at Small Satellite Conference
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Aug. 5, 2015) – The Space Foundation is hosting a Space Career Day Workshop at Utah State University (Logan) on Monday, Aug. 10, from 7:30 a.m. until noon. The workshop is part of the 2015 Small Satellite Conference, held Aug. 8-13, at Utah State University, but students need not be registered for…
End of Summer Celebration at the Space Foundation Discovery Center Aug. 8
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Aug. 5, 2015) – Summer is almost over, but not until the Space Foundation Discovery Center sends it out with a bang. The final “Super Saturday” event of the season will take place Aug. 8, from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and will feature special guests, demonstrations and Astronaut Ice Cream. Heatsheets®…
Star Days Return to the Discovery Center with an International Space Station Celebration Sept. 5
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Aug. 31, 2015) – The Space Foundation Discovery Center will be spending Labor Day Saturday celebrating life aboard the International Space Station (ISS). With educational and interactive fun for all ages, this day has a little something for everyone. Various interactions will be available throughout the day to give guests a sampling of…