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2016

UNVEILING THE NEWEST HEROES JOINING THE U.S. HALL OF FAME! Mark your calendars for this year’s event May 13 - 14, 2016 Page 6

5 Astronaut Scholar Alumna making waves in popular culture FOX TV & Glamour Magazine

8 Space Rendezvous 2015 was a tremendous success!

ASTROGRAM PUBLICATION UPDATE Beginning this year, ASF’s semi-annual Astrogram will become more digitally focused. We will print one issue of the magazine each year, along with quarterly electronic newsletters. To receive these newsletters, visit AstronautScholarship.org and click the “Sign up now” button at the bottom of the page to give us your preferred email address. Astronaut Scholarship Foundation

Astronaut ■ Scholar ● Founder ♦ BOARD OF DIRECTORS Letter from the Chairman CHAIRMAN Dan Brandenstein ■ The start of a new year is always an exciting time here at the VICE CHAIRMAN Astronaut Scholarship Foundation (ASF). We look forward to new Lisa Schott ● challenges as we continue to grow and expand our programs. It SECRETARY/TREASURER also gives us an opportunity to reflect on the achievements from the Michael Neukamm previous 12 months. EX-Facto Richard Covey ■ During 2015, we awarded 38 of our prestigious scholarships to CHAIRMAN EMERITUS James Lovell ■ well-deserving students – our largest number of scholarships to John Blaha ■ date – while increasing the number of partnering universities to 31. Larry Bradley ● This milestone reflects multiple years of growth for ASF’s mission. Curt Brown ■ Our newest “Scholars” are pursuing degrees in mathematics, optics, Crippen ■ engineering, aerospace and many other scientific fields. In spending ■ time with them, we know they will go on to achieve great things Senator ■ ♦ Richard Gordon ■ for our country. Fred Gregory ■ Joseph Han ● ASF also inspired and educated more than 7,000 elementary/high school students and members of the Rick Hauck ■ general public about the achievements and value of . Working with our partnering Jeff Hoffman ■ universities, ASF participated in 15 education events where Scholars had the opportunity to inspire ■ their peers to actively pursue their dreams. We also launched a new program that provides Astronaut Charlie Precourt ■ Scholars the opportunity to be mentored by , leading industry executives and Astronaut Brewster Shaw ■ Kathryn Thornton ■ Scholar alumni. We believe it is important to continue to inspire and guide these young Americans as they continue their journeys. BOARD OF TRUSTEES I would like to thank each of you for supporting ASF. We would not have achieved the many CHAIRMAN accomplishments in 2015 without your help. Here’s to continuing our partnership and achieving more Laura Shepard-Churchley successes in 2016. Rick Armstrong Ann Brown Patricia Carpenter ■ Vincent Cimino Dan Brandenstein Nancy Conrad Suzi Cooper Chairman, Astronaut Scholarship Foundation Walt Cunningham ■ Richard Garriott Robert Gibson ■ Tom Hanks Note from the Executive Director Jarret Lafleur ● Henri Landwirth ♦ The year 2015 was truly amazing. We received financial support that James Long James Mault, MD allowed us to grow and continue recognizing the tremendous dedication Larry McGlynn put forth by our Astronaut Scholars throughout the nation. A few Astronaut Harvey Miller Scholars joined a panel discussion with their American heroes to share the Dirk Raemdonck work they were conducting regarding the future of the space program. To Thomas Stafford ■ see all of this collaboration come together is very special. ASF wouldn’t be James Wood where it is today without each and every one of you helping in some way HONORARY MEMBERS to support the mission. LeVar Burton My team is already planning a fun 2016, with events throughout the year Bill Dana that offer a little something for everyone. We will expand our Innovative Leader Mentor Program, which CREDITS will provide guidance to more scholars. And, we have grown the number of volunteer opportunities offered. CONTENT - Rika Rowland & Griffin Communications Group As part of your New Year’s resolution, explore a way to get involved with our organization. Some easy LAYOUT & DESIGN - Griffin Communications Group ways include attending an ASF event, volunteering and visiting our website. Because we have so much PHOTOGRAPHY - going on throughout the year, we plan to share ASF news more frequently with you during 2016 via John Karjanis, Steve Torres e-newsletters. So, make sure to sign up to receive these ongoing electronic updates.

SPECIAL THANKS to Fineline Printing I look forward to seeing you in the coming months. Together, we will make an even larger impact this year! CONTACT Have questions, comments or story suggestions? Please get in touch!

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Astronaut Scholarship Foundation Tammy M. Knowles-Sudler Mail Code: ASF-1 , FL 32899 2 Executive Director, Astronaut Scholarship Foundation Astrogram 2016

SPACE...

In summer 2015, Tranquility Lodge #2000 (TL2K), a Masonic Lodge in Marble Falls, , signed a five-year commitment to financially support the ASF and its quest to promote STEM education throughout the United States.

Texas Masonry has supported education since 1837, when the Masonic Grand Lodge of Texas was formed. When Grand Master Mirabeau Bonaparte Lamar became the second president of the Republic of Texas, he ordered local Masonic Lodges to make the first floor of their buildings available to their communities for use as a school. The lodges often hired and paid the teachers’ salaries. Since those early days, Masons and Masonic Lodges have continued to support education. During 2015, 544 Texas Masonic Lodges provided more than $2 million in education scholarships to students. Still Cool Beyond the educational focus, Texas Masons share an astronaut heritage with the ASF. When astronaut (and Masonic Growing up, space meant watching Gemini missions blast off to Brother) stepped onto the ’s surface in July orbit, and Neil and Buzz landing Apollo on the moon. 1969, he carried with him the special deputation of Texas Grand ’s Space Coast - where rockets still soar into orbit today. Master J. Guy Smith, authorizing Aldrin to claim Masonic Territorial Jurisdiction of the Moon for the Masonic Grand GoCocoaBeach.com | flix& #StillCool Lodge of Texas. Thank you to everyone who supported the mission “One of the reasons Tranquility Lodge #2000 was created wasAstrogram_ad_fina3l.indd 1 1/26/16 9:45 AM to help promote the health, welfare, education and patriotism of ASF through in-kind donations or purchases of children worldwide,” said Don Comedy, executive director of store merchandise, event tickets, raffles, of Texas Masonic Charities Foundation. “TL2K members felt auction items and astronaut experiences. Visit that its goals and purposes, not to mention the Buzz Aldrin AstronautScholarship.org for exciting new connection, were a perfect fit to launch a long-standing partnership with ASF.” opportunities throughout 2016!

Auction winners Jill and Steve Wirth enjoy a private tour of Napa Valley’s Auction winner Jerry Matulka stands behind astronaut Jerry Carr Caldwell Vineyards with astronaut Dan Bursch. Left to Right: Bryan Toy, on the TV set of “Life of the Party,” featuring a cooking and dining Sharon Yencharis, Vic Luebker, Jill Wirth, Dan Bursch, and Steve Wirth. experience with Perfect Wife Restaurant and Badia a Coltibuono wine. Photo Credit: Suzanne Beck Bronx

3 2015 astronaut scholars 38 students awarded coveted Astronaut Scholarship

In 2015, the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation presented the prestigious Astronaut Scholarship to 38 exceptional STEM students throughout the United Our most recent round of scholarship States. As part of the award ceremonies, ASF also hosted educational seminars recipients hail from the following with guest astronaut lecturers stressing the importance of science, technology, educational institutions: engineering and math (STEM) and its positive impact on our global society.

Upcoming Astronaut Scholar Award Ceremonies Tufts University – Friday, April 1 Clemson University Louisiana State University – Thursday, April 7 Florida Insititute of Technology Details will be updated on the ASF website. Georgia Institute of Technology Harvey Mudd College Louisiana State University * Massachusetts Institute of Technology Miami University (Ohio) North Carolina State University North Dakota State University Ohio State University Pennsylvania State University The Wreyford Family and Astronaut Charlie Duke Dan Brandenstein, chairman Astronaut Scholarship sponsor our Texas A&M Astronaut Scholarships Foundation, with Jillian Yuricich Ohio State, Astronaut William Linz and Kirstin Maulding. Scholar. Syracuse University Texas A&M Univeristy * Tufts University University of Arizona University of Central Florida * University of Chicago * University of Kansas * University of Kentucky University of Michigan Dan Brandenstein, chairman Astronaut Scholarship Astronaut Fred Gregory awards Samuel Clarke at University of Minnesota * Georgia Institute of Technology. Foundation, celebrating with an ASF cookie at Ohio State University. University of Oklahoma * University of Rochester University of Southern University of Texas at Austin University of University of University of Wisconsin Washington University (St. Louis)

* Universities Providing Matching Scholarships Patrons Larry and Patti McGlynn at MIT with Scholar University of Chicago Scholars, Olivia Stovicek If you are interested in having your university accept Ceili Burdhimo, Scholarship sponsored by Jacobs. and Trevor with Astronaut Fred Gregory. this challenge, please contact Nicole Russ at [email protected].

Congratulations to three of our Astronaut Scholars Mithi Alexa de los Reyes (North Carolina State University), MPhil, Astronomy for being among the fifteen individuals selected Travis Sawyer (University of Arizona), MPhil, Physics to receive the 2016-2017 Churchill Scholarship. Sammy Shaker (University of Minnesota), MPhil, Materials Science 6 SPECIAL THANKS TO THE ASTRONAUT SCHOLAR ALUMNI scholar news for their ongoing support of ASF. In 2015, the Astronaut Scholars raised over $26,000 through their Scholars Give Back campaign. Their commitment to give back goes beyond financial support with their generous gifts of time, expertise, and resources for Astronaut Scholar alumna appears on many of our events and programs. Through the alumni’s life-long episode of FOX’s Xploration commitment to ASF, they are ensuring that future generations of our nation’s brightest young minds will have the same opportunities they have been awarded. To contribute to the Scholars Give Back campaign in honor of an Astronaut Scholar, simply note the scholar’s name when you make your online donation at www. AstronautScholarship.org/donate or by mailing in your donation to ASF, Mailcode ASF-1, Kennedy Space Center, FL 32899.

Innovative Leaders Mentor Program During 2015, ASF successfully launched a pilot program that Astronaut Scholar Jillian Yuricich (left) with Emily Calandrelli connects incoming Astronaut Scholars with astronauts, former (right) of Xploration Outerspace. scholars and industry leaders. Through the Innovative Leaders Mentor Program, Astronaut Scholars are coached and Congratulations to Astronaut Scholar alumna Jillian Yuricich who advised regarding their education, career paths and transitioning recently appeared on the hit FOX show Xploration Outer Space. from school into industry. They also receive leads on future Yuricich, an ASF Astronaut Scholar in 2014 and 2015, won a jobs and networking paths to guide future life and professional Facebook competition to undergo student-astronaut training in decisions. Florida at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Her exciting adventure is in episode 15, which aired on Dec. 20, 2015. “The monetary portion of the prestigious Astronaut Scholarship Award caps at $10,000 per student,” said Tammy Knowles- Yuricich, 22, caught the space bug at age 5. Since then, she has Sudler, executive director for the ASF. “This program extends dedicated her life to pursuing her dream of becoming an astronaut on the value of that gift beyond any financial measure. It keeps Mars. She attended space camp as a child and is currently majoring our scholars engaged with their ASF family and sets the stage in at Ohio State University. for them to become mentors for future classes of incoming Astronaut Scholars. We look forward to growing this program “Pursuing space flight pushes us in science and technology, and that for years to come.” not only benefits the astronauts, but it comes back to benefit the entire If you are interested in volunteering as a mentor, please contact world,” Yuricich said. “And to me, that’s one of the greatest win-wins Nicole Russ at [email protected]. in the history of win-wins.”

When Yuricich learned about Xploration Outer Space’s Facebook NASA astronaut featured in Glamour competition, she knew she had to give it a try. Her video submission Glamour magazine recently profiled four of NASA’s female garnered more than 10,000 views in 48 hours, and earned her a spot astronauts, including Christina Hammock Koch (far right). Koch as one of four finalists. She received the good news that she was the was an Astronaut Scholar in 2000 and 2001 from North Carolina grand prize winner during one of her classes via a video message State University. After spending a year on a research project at from the show’s host, Emily Calandrelli, who accompanied Yuricich the South Pole, she became an astronaut in 2013. Today, she is in the adventure. in training, vying for the chance to be named one of the elite few who will travel to Mars in approximately 15 years. Yuricich and Calandrelli met in Florida in October to undergo scientist-astronaut training, which was hosted by Project PoSSUM, a nonprofit, suborbital research program devoted to the ongoing observation of the upper atmosphere. The women underwent G- training in a special aircraft, where they endured loops, turns and 30 seconds of upside-down flying to simulate . Then, they performed a simulated suborbital space mission to study the mesosphere and perform cloud research. Yuricich was the pilot for the mission.

“To have the opportunity to train like an astronaut for a handful of days … I still can’t believe it happened,” Yuricich said. “This was my largest step yet to reaching my goal of becoming an astronaut on Mars. It’s a prize that leaves me speechless.” Astronauts , Anne McClain, , and Christina Hammock Koch, photographed at NASA’s in . Yuricich’s appearance on episode 15 of Xploration Outer Space by visiting Hulu at www.hulu.com/grid/xploration-outer- Read her story here: www.glamour.com/inspired/2016/01/ space?video_type=episode -women-astronauts-first-trip-to-mars 5 U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame Induction

BRIAN DUFFY AND SCOTT PARAZYNSKI TO BE INDUCTED INTO THE ASTRONAUT HALL OF FAME

The beginning of a new year is an exciting time around the ASF because it is when we unveil the newest heroes who will be inducted into the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame (AHOF). Based on a formal review process made by the AHOF Induction Selection Committee, we are proud to announce that this year, and Scott Parazynski, M.D. will join the ranks of 91 other accomplished astronauts from the Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, and Programs. The ASF, along with Delaware North Companies (DNC), will honor these two individuals with a two-day celebration in May at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex (KSCVC).

The festivities kick off on Friday, May 13, when ASF will host a black-tie gala featuring dozens of astronauts and the “who’s who” from the aerospace industry. Held in the KSCVC’s award-winning Apollo/ Center, guests will enter the event via a Hollywood-style red carpet that lies beneath the breathtaking Saturn V rocket suspended directly above. Later, they will dine with industry titans, scholar alumni and some of the greatest space legends of all time, as they watch Duffy and Parazynski be recognized for their achievements. Duffy and Parazynski will be formally inducted into the AHOF on Saturday, May 14, at a ceremony that fittingly takes place beneath the Atlantis exhibit at KSCVC.

The weekend will also include ASF’s Scholar Technical Conference, where Astronaut Scholars present their current work, research and projects. Last year’s presentation even drew some of the space legends featured at the gala who were fascinated by the work of these talented young minds.

Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are now available for the May 13th gala. Like every year, it’s a guaranteed sell-out that you don’t want to miss! 6 For more information, please visit www.AstronautScholarship.org U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame Induction

Brian Duffy (Colonel, USAF, Ret.) Scott Parazynski, M.D. STS-45, STS-57, STS-72 and STS-92 STS-66, STS-86, STS-95, STS-100 and STS-120

Brian Duffy became an astronaut in July 1986 and later Scott Parazynski, M.D. had completed nearly two years served on four Space Shuttle flights – twice as pilot of his residency in emergency medicine when NASA and twice as commander. During his final mission on selected him for the astronaut corps in 1992. A veteran STS-92 in 2000, he and his crew attached key hardware of five Space Shuttle flights, he has logged more than pieces to the International , which opened eight weeks in space, including 47 hours during seven the door for future assembly missions and prepared the spacewalks. Mission highlights include: a global station for its first resident crew. He logged a total of 40 mapping mission, leading the first joint U.S.-Russian days, 17 hours in space. spacewalk while docked to , serving as Senator John Glenn’s crewmate and personal physician and His other NASA experience includes acting as conducting EVA assembly of the Canadian-built space spacecraft communicator in Mission Control during station arm. He is the second astronaut in history to numerous other Space Shuttle missions. He also perform four spacewalks in a single Space Shuttle served as Assistant Director (Technical) and Deputy Mission (STS-120). Director (Acting) of the NASA-Johnson Space Center in Houston. Upon retiring from the U.S. Air Force and During his NASA career, Parazynski served in numerous NASA in 2001, he joined and spent senior leadership roles, including EVA Branch Chief a decade managing all aspects of KSC’s networks and and the Lead Astronaut for Space Shuttle Thermal communications systems that supported the Space Protection System Inspection & Repair. Since retiring Shuttle, International Space Station and Expendable from NASA in 2009, he has served as a senior executive Launch Vehicle programs. He later managed Lockheed in the aerospace and medical sectors: Founding Martin’s military space division. Today, he serves as Vice Director/Chief Medical Officer of UTMB’s Center for President of JSC/KSC Exploration Systems at Orbital Polar Medical Operations, University Explorer and ATK, where he leads a coalition that is developing the Professor of Practice at Arizona State University, and systems required for deep space exploration. recent co-founder of BlueDot Technologies, which aims to leverage disruptive technologies from national A native, Duffy earned his bachelor of science in and university labs to address the planet’s greatest mathematics from the Academy needs. He is a prolific inventor and product developer. and a master of science in systems management from the University of Southern California. He is a member Parazynski earned a bachelor of science in biology of the USAF Academy Association of Graduates, the from Stanford University, continuing on to graduate Air Force Association and the Association of Space with honors from Stanford Medical School. He served Explorers. his medical internship at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital of .

7 Recent EVENTS SPACE RENDEZVOUS 2015

Thank you to our sponsors for making Space Rendezvous 2015 a tremendous success!

8 Recent Events

Astronauts, collectors and space enthusiasts gathered Cimino Family hosts “Meet & Greet” in November for Space Rendezvous 2015, a three-day with ’s Captain James Lovell “spacetacular” extravaganza which raises funds for scholarships to outstanding college STEM students. Formerly known as the Astronaut Autograph & Memorabilia Show, the newly revamped event featured dynamic educational and lecture opportunities, along with the famous autograph component. “Space Rendezvous 2015 included educational seminars, updates on current activities in the space industry and one-on- one interactions with space heroes,” said Tammy Knowles- Sudler, ASF’s executive director. “More than 30 veteran Left to Right: Astronaut Scholars Travis Sawyer and Ben Cromey, Todd NASA astronauts joined us as we raised money to shape the Hansen, Member of the ASF Visionary Circle, and Captain James Lovell. next generation of science and technology leaders.” Legends from the Gemini, Apollo, Skylab and Space Shuttle Programs took part in Space Rendezvous 2015. One of the highlights was a gala held on Saturday, Nov. 7, in honor of the 40th anniversary of the Apollo- Test Project. The evening, emceed by astronauts Al Worden and Dick Gordon, relived the origins of the United States’ first international effort with Russia to the International Space Station of today’s space program, featuring a panel Captain James Lovell, giving the evenings presentation. discussion by astronauts General Tom Stafford, , Norm Thagard and U.S. Program Manager . Hundreds of guests enjoyed cocktails, dinner, a live auction and an evening program.

The educational seminars were a huge hit among attendees. Leaders from Lockheed Martin, Boeing, Aerojet Rocketdyne and Orbital ATK, as well as Astronaut Scholar Tim Duquette, gave updates on the steps being made today to prepare for Captain James Lovell and evening host Vinny Cimino. human exploration of asteroids and Mars during the OLS/ SLS seminar. Astronauts Tom Akers, Steve Hawley, ASF Visionary Circle Founders Vinny and Marianne Cimino Jeff Hoffman and Kathy Thornton, along with former NASA hosted a “Meet & Greet” at the Desert Mountain Country Club in Administrator Mike Griffin and Astronaut Scholar Larry Arizona on Dec. 8 featuring famed Apollo 13 astronaut, Captain Bradley shared untold stories and discoveries about the Hubble James Lovell. More than 140 guests gathered for the chance to hear Space Telescope (HST) during a special 25th anniversary of the legendary hero share his personal experience of surviving the HST seminar. Finally, astronauts, Astronaut Scholars and space near-fatal mission and the important role innovation and critical personalities took part in breakout sessions to share ongoing thinking played in bringing the crew home safely. The evening and historical activities. was also a chance for these guests to be introduced to the ASF and On Saturday, hundreds of collectors attended the Astronaut its renowned Astronaut Scholarship Program, as well as meet two Autograph and Memorabilia Show at Kennedy Space Center current scholar recipients – Travis Sawyer and Benjamin Cromey. to take pictures, share stories and collect autographs from the esteemed list of space legends. The ASF’s “Meet & Greet” program is part of the ongoing effort to raise awareness of ASF’s mission. Events are hosted by ASF’s “The entire event was a giant learning fest from some of the family of directors, trustees and supporters who graciously greatest heroes in the space business,” Knowles-Sudler said. open their homes, businesses or other venues to introduce ASF “Everyone involved – from speakers to attendees to all of us to their local community. Through the personal stories and life who planned it – had a great time and can’t wait for Space experiences of astronauts and Astronaut Scholars, guests gain Rendezvous 2016.” a better understanding of the impact the ASF has not only on students, but on the nation’s workforce in fields such as aerospace, energy, and defense and homeland security.

SAVE THE DATE! If you are interested in hosting a “Meet & Greet” event contact: SPACE RENDEZVOUS 2016 Rika Rowland Director of Corporate and Donor Relations NOVEMBER 3 – 5 [email protected] or 321.449.4876. 9 SUPPORTERS A Sincere Thank You to Our Generous Supporters You are an Important Part of Our Foundation’s Success UP TO $999

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Anonymous Bonnie Dunbar Mike and Donna Mullane Companies & Organizations: Thomas Akers Charlie and Dotty Duke Jonathan Pikalek Chubb & Son Patrick Biltgen Chris Ferguson Barry Power Embraer Mike Black Rick Hauck & Susan Bruce Charlie and Lynne Precourt Emerson-Griffin Toring Private Foundation Dan and Jane Brandenstein Harry Jacobs Dirk Raemdonck Gross Family Foundation Michael Briesch Thomas and Elizabeth Jones ISSA Raleigh Chapter - International Systems Charles Brown William Kalinowski William Salkewicz Security Association Gordon and Ann Brown Elizabeth Kemp-Pherson Brewster and Kathy Shaw R & R Auction Company, LLC Gene and Jan Cernan Darlene Koenig Douglas Sheridan Rocky Mountain Psychotherapy Kevin and Cathy Chilton Robert Sieck Rotary National Award for Space Achievement, Fred and Laura Churchley Andrew and Bobbie LaGravenese Sheridan G. Snyder In Honor of Robert Cabana Mark Larson Richard and Donna Strong Space Coast Jet Center Richard and Kathleen Covey Stella Lillicrop Kim Topley Space Coast Office of Tourism Robert and Pandora Crippen The Littlefild/Roper Family John Tylko Bob and Gretchen Dudney John Meredith Paul and Suzanne Weitz 10 * This list consists of gifts not related to special event tickets, auctions, raffles, or merchandise. SUPPORTERS $5,000 - $9,999 Former Astronaut Scholar’s Family David Andrews Curt and Mary Brown Makes Sizeable Contribution Scott and Amy Clemens Todd Hansen Greg Isaacson James and Marilyn Lovell Mark Rein William Stein John and Carol Tyler $10,000 - $19,000 Joseph Fischer George and Lisa Schott David Tenenbaum Steve and Jill Wirth Companies & Organizations: The Gildea Foundation Greg, Scott and Jan Isaacson at Kennedy Space Center Rocket Garden. The USAA Foundation, Inc. Jane P. Long Fund Page, Wolfberg, & Wirth, LLC One of the factors that makes Astronaut Scholars so unique is their willingness to give their time, talent and financial resources to $20,000 - $49,000 help make the ASF as strong as possible. And, in some cases, that Vincent and Marianne Cimino drive extends to the Scholars’ family members. Meet the Isaacson Daniel and Jennifer de Jong Family, who recently donated $5,000 to the ASF as part of the Gold Barry and Liz Holden “Visionary Circle” honoring former astronaut and ASF Chairman Bill and Linda J. of the Board, Dan Brandenstein. James Long The ASF named Scott Isaacson an Astronaut Scholar in 2010 Companies & Organizations: while he was enrolled at the University of Minnesota. Over the Airscan, Inc past five years, Scott’s parents – Greg and Jan – have attended Jacobs the ASF Scholars/Astronaut Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony McGlynn, Clinton, & Hall Insurance Agencies weekend festivities with their son twice and witnessed firsthand the incredible talent of the many fine young men and women who $50,000 - $100,000 have received scholarships. Companies & Organizations: “A few words come to mind about these scholars: smart, talented, Tranquility Masonic Lodge #2000 insightful, driven,” said Greg Isaacson. “Seeing the unique qualities Wreyford Family Foundation of these individuals led us to support ASF in a meaningful way.” Isaacson said his son, along with all of the Astronaut Scholars, $100,000+ received many opportunities through the ASF that are not available Companies & Organizations: via other scholarship programs. This includes not only the “great The Boundless Frontier Foundation ASF staff,” but also the many former astronauts that generously give of their time and talents to nurture the scholars. Our heartfelt thanks to the following Visionary Circle “Supporting the ASF mission and helping fund future ASF Founders, who chose to honor members of the Mercury 7 scholarships was a natural next step for us,” Isaacson said. “We with their contribution. encourage others to do likewise. These fine young people are the future of our nation, and there is no doubt our nation’s future is Astronaut Honorees Visionaries bright!” Steve & Jill Wirth We encourage all former Astronaut Scholars to consider giving Daniel & Jennifer de Jong back in some fashion. Donations can be made online at www. John Glenn Barry & Liz Holden AstronautScholarship.org/get-involved/how-to-contribute/. Bill & Linda J. To discuss additional ways to take an even more active role, Lawrence & Patricia McGlynn contact Tammy Knowles-Sudler, Executive Director, at tammy@ astronautscholarship.org or Rika Rowland, Director of Corporate Marianne & Vincent Cimino and Donor Relations at [email protected]. James Long 11 Astronaut Scholarship Foundation Mail Code: ASF-1 Kennedy Space Center, FL 32899

STRENGTHENING AMERICA’S POSITION IN SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

HISTORY OF THE FOUNDATION

Thirty years ago, the six surviving Mercury 7 astronauts – Scott Carpenter, Gordon Cooper, John Glenn, Walter Schirra, Alan Shepard and Deke Slayton – came together with the goal to use their joint credibility to encourage students to pursue scientific endeavors to keep America on the leading edge of technology. That idea led to the formation of the Mercury 7 Foundation, which later became the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation (ASF). Together with Betty Grissom (widow of Mercury 7 Astronaut, Virgil “Gus” Grissom), William Douglas, M.D. (the flight surgeon), and Henri Landwirth (Orlando businessman and friend of the astronauts) the Mercury 7 astronauts provided scholarships for students that excelled in the area of science. Today, more than 100 astronauts from the Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, Skylab and Space Shuttle programs have joined in the mission. Through the garnered support of astronauts, industry leaders, educational institutions and patrons, ASF awards merit-based scholarships to the best and brightest university students who excel in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). The prestigious Astronaut Scholarship is known nationwide for being among the highest scholarships awarded to undergraduate STEM students. Since its inception, ASF has awarded over $4 million in scholarships to more than 400 of the nation’s top scholars.

MISSION

To aid the United States in retaining its world leadership in science and technology by providing college scholarships for the very best and brightest students pursuing science, technology, engineering, or math degrees. connect with us on social media