Space Foundation News
27th National Space Symposium a Success
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Apr. 17, 2011) — The 27th National Space Symposium, which ended April 14, had the best participation, the most expansive exhibits and the greatest diversity of events in the Symposium’s history. This year’s events included almost 100 speakers, inspiring awards, the Boeing Exhibit Center’s new Lower Level and outdoor Showroom, programs for…
Elachi Honored With Hill Award
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Apr. 14, 2011) — Yesterday, the Space Foundation presented its highest honor, the General James E. Hill Lifetime Space Achievement Award, to Charles Elachi, Ph.D., director of the Jet Propulsion Lab (JPL) and vice president of the California Institute of Technology in Pasadena, Calif. The award was presented by William F. Ballhaus,…
Global Leaders Discuss Collaboration
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Apr. 13, 2011) — In her role as moderator, NASA Deputy Administrator Lori Garver, kicked off the Global Leaders: National Programs — International Collaboration panel at the 27th National Space Symposium by outlining NASA’s current status and approach to international cooperation. Citing the NASA vision “to reach for new heights and reveal…
Bush Says Industry is at Crossroads
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Apr. 13, 2011) — National Space Symposium Featured Industry Speaker Wes Bush, Northrop Grumman chief executive officer & president, told the audience Tuesday that the space industry is at a crossroads, facing a multi-dimensional threat. First and foremost, he said, the industry is reaching the limits of customer fatigue for cost and…
Ruppersberger Supports Return to the Moon
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Apr. 13, 2011) — Despite 50 years of strength and our current position of technological leadership in space, Congressman C.A. “Dutch” Rupperserger (D-MD) said our space program is slipping. Speaking Tuesday at The 27th National Space Symposium, Ruppersberger said that, between policy and budgetary uncertainty, the future is unclear. He said we…
Air Force Space Commander Poses Questions, Looks at Space Defense Issues
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Apr. 13, 2011) — Air Force Space Commander Gen. William Shelton, speaking today at the 27th National Space Symposium in Colorado Springs discussed three factors that currently dominate defense thinking about space: First, reliance on space, especially in the defense arena, which he said had never been higher, citing GPS, weather, secure…
Opening Ceremony Launches Symposium
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Apr. 12, 2011) — The 27th National Space Symposium kicked off last night with a spectacular opening ceremony featuring inspiring entertainment and awards. The event, co-sponsored by Northrop Grumman, included performances by 10-year-old pianist Ethan Bortnick, remarks by Space Foundation Chief Executive Officer Elliot Pulham and Northrop Grumman Corporate Host Gary W.…
Pace Asks "Are We Beyond Ready to be Ready?"
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Apr. 12, 2011) — Speaking today at the Space Foundation’s Cyber 1.1 event, Gen. Peter Pace, USMC (Retired), asked the question: “Are We Beyond Ready to be Ready?” According to Pace, in comparison with the U.S. predominance in kinetic forms of warfare, the U.S. possesses no particularly strong edge compared to other…
Colorado Springs City Council Resolution Recognizes Northrop Grumman For Its Contributions to National Security and the Community
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (April 12, 2011) — The Colorado Springs City Council today adopted a resolution recognizing Northrop Grumman Corporation’s (NYSE:NOC) continuing contributions to national security and to the Colorado economy as a provider of leading-edge technology to military services operating here. “Northrop Grumman has been a trusted supplier of military space systems, missile defense…
27th National Space Symposium Hosts Local Students and Teachers from Across the Country
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Apr. 11, 2011) — This week the Space Foundation is hosting nearly 1,800 local students and 95 teachers from 18 states at a number of education activities at the 27th National Space Symposium at The Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs, Colo. The programs include educator professional development, national recognition of an outstanding…