Space Foundation News & Media
Marillyn Hewson to be Featured Speaker at 34th Space Symposium
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 24, 2018) — The Space Foundation’s annual Space Symposium provides an opportunity for global space professionals to hear firsthand about how industry decisions are made and the possible global impact of those decisions. Marillyn Hewson, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Lockheed Martin, will address the importance of space to…
Volunteer with the Space Foundation and Space Foundation Discovery Center Team
While it may sound cliché’, it is true that the Space Foundation could not do the work we do without the generous support of volunteers. We could not do the extent of programming, community and industry events or the public and educational outreach we do without the support of volunteers who have a passion and…
Advance Your Career Through Space Foundation New Generation Participation
During the 34th Space Symposium, the Space Foundation will help New Generation participants gain visibility and exposure to senior leaders while getting advice and insight on career development through mentoring opportunities, workshops, Q&A sessions and through panel discussions, such as “Propelling the New Generation Workforce.” Who Should Attend New Generation Space Leaders Events? Space professionals…
Space Foundation Strategic Plan
Vision The world’s premier organization to inspire, educate, connect, and advocate on behalf of the global space community. Mission Be the preeminent resource for space education, a trusted source of space information, and a provider of exceptional forums for the exchange of ideas. Strategic Plan The Space Foundation is based on three strategic pillars —…
25 Winners from 13 Countries Announced for Space Foundation’s Eighth Annual International Student Art Contest
The 2018 contest theme was “My Space City Vision…” and 4,578 entries were submitted from 57 countries and 37 U.S. states by students ages 3 through 18 years. Of those, 25 winners from 13 countries were selected, with one entry chosen for the top Space Foundation Achievement Award.
Aerojet Rocketdyne Role in ULA Launch of SBIRS Satellite Includes Debris Minimization
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (Jan. 19, 2018) – Aerojet Rocketdyne, Inc., a subsidiary of Aerojet Rocketdyne Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AJRD), played an integral part in today’s launch of the U.S. Air Force’s newest missile warning satellite, including a role in helping to minimize the mission’s impact on Earth’s orbital environment. The launch of the Space Based Infrared…
Ball Aerospace Exhibit Center Pavilion to be Expanded for 34th Space Symposium
For the Space Foundation’s 34th Space Symposium, Ball Aerospace will sponsor the Exhibit Center and Pavilion for the four-day conference, to be held April 16-19 at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, Colo. The footprint of the Pavilion will be expanded for 2018, increasing the number of exhibits in two halls to 200. The displays will…
Space Foundation Receives Lagasse Trust Donation
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 18, 2018) — When Russell A. Lagasse passed away in Orange County, Calif, in 2009, his estate plan directed that a testamentary trust be established following the administration of his estate. The plan further directed that the trustees should use a portion of the trust assets for organizations that promote space…
Space Foundation International Teacher Liaison Program Adds 31 Educators, Including Five in India and One in Nigeria
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Jan. 17, 2018) – Started by the Space Foundation in 2004, the Teacher Liaison program influences space and science education at an international level. Teacher Liaisons serve as advocates for space-themed education, and use Space Foundation-provided training and resources to further integrate space principles into the classroom. The Space Foundation has selected…