Space Foundation News & Media
Space & Science Fiction Costume Ball will Benefit STEM Education
The 3rd Annual Space & Science Fiction Costume Ball will be held at the Space Foundation Discovery Center, 4425 Arrowswest Drive, Colorado Springs, on Saturday, Oct. 25, 7:00-11:00 p.m. Proceeds will benefit STEM education by providing scholarships for students and teachers to experience hands-on field trips to the Discovery Center. The ticket price includes two…
Apply by Dec. 5 for Space Foundation Teacher Liaison Program
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, who have an interest in space, are invited to apply now to become a Space Foundation Teacher Liaison. This…
Support STEM Programs Through CFC Giving
Space Foundation’s CFC number is 71807 If you are a member of the U.S. military, a federal or civilian employee, or a postal worker, you can give to the Space Foundation through your Combined Federal Campaign (CFC). The campaign season runs now through January 15, 2015. To help inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers…
Teacher Liaisons Promote Space Themes for World Space Week
Every fall, the global celebration of World Space Week, Oct. 4-10, gives our nearly 200 Space Foundation Teacher Liaisons special opportunity to show off their expertise at bringing space themes into the classroom. A star example is Georgia Paul, who is planning a Space Night for her school on Oct. 8, a Title 1 event.…
House Science, Space & Technology Subcommittee on Space Hearing
On Sept. 10, the House Science, Space & Technology Subcommittee on Space held a hearing entitled “Exploring Our Solar System: The ASTEROIDS Act as a Key Step.” The American Space Technology for Exploring Resource Opportunities in Deep Space (ASTEROIDS) Act of 2014 would establish and protect rights for commercial space exploration and utilization of asteroid…
U.S. Government Updates
Sept. 11David Radzanowski was confirmed by the Senate to become NASA’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Radzanowski served previously as Chief of Staff to NASA Administrator Charles Bolden. Sept. 18 The Senate passed the FY 2015 Continuing Resolution (CR), funding the Federal government through December 11, 2014, avoiding a government shutdown. CongressCongressional members have adjourned to…
Pulham is Strategic Choices for Space Featured Speaker
Space Foundation Chief Executive Officer Elliot Pulham will be a featured speaker at The Strategic Choices for Space – President’s Conference 2014, to be held Oct. 8-9 at the Royal Aeronautical Society Headquarters in London. Pulham is scheduled to speak on Oct. 8 on “Issues for the Space Sector.” This international aerospace conference features papers…
Space Foundation Leads U.S. World Space Week Celebration Oct. 4-10
The Space Foundation is taking the lead in promoting and supporting World Space Week in the United States. The theme for World Space Week 2014 is “Space: Guiding Your Way,” highlighting the benefits of satellite navigation to society. The Space Foundation signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with World Space Week Association (WSWA) this year…
International Student Art Contest Deadline for Entries is Nov. 14
The Space Foundation’s International Student Art Contest annually draws thousands of entries from children in dozens of countries around the world. Submissions for the 2015 contest are being accepted now until Nov. 14, and must be submitted online by the child’s teacher. For rules and details about entry, click here. Students ages 3 to 18…
ATA and Virginia Space Join Space Foundation Corporate Members
The Space Foundation offers five Corporate Membership levels, each with a different level of benefits and opportunities. In exchange for supporting our programs, Corporate Members receive numerous benefits including international promotion, business development and networking opportunities, reports on important space issues and opportunities for extensive involvement in the annual Space Symposium. Our most recent members…