NASA Astronauts to Connect with Students in STEM Outreach Event

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NASA astronauts Michael Fincke and Zena Cardman will engage with students from Minnesota next week, answering pre-recorded science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) questions directly from the International Space Station. The educational Earth-to-space call is scheduled to begin at 11 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time on Wednesday, August 20th. This event will be accessible to the public and will stream live on the Learn With NASA YouTube channel.

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The PACER Center in Bloomington, Minnesota, will host this unique interaction for students participating in their Tech for Teens program. This initiative is dedicated to enhancing educational opportunities and improving the quality of life for children and young adults with disabilities and their families. The primary objective of this particular event is to educate and inspire these teens, encouraging them to explore potential career paths in STEM fields. This outreach aligns with NASA’s ongoing commitment to fostering interest in space exploration and scientific discovery among young people.

For almost twenty-five years, astronauts have maintained a continuous presence aboard the International Space Station, actively engaged in testing new technologies, conducting scientific research, and developing crucial skills necessary for future deep-space exploration. Communication between astronauts and NASA’s Mission Control Center in Houston is a constant, 24-hour operation, facilitated by the Near Space Network, which is part of NASA’s Space Communications and Navigation (SCaN) program. The research and technology development conducted on the space station yield benefits for people on Earth and are instrumental in preparing for upcoming agency missions, including the Artemis campaign, which aims to send astronauts to the Moon to pave the way for eventual human exploration of Mars. This effort underscores the United States’ continued leadership in space exploration and discovery, contributing to a new era of discovery for future generations. Further details regarding NASA’s in-flight downlinks and educational programs can be found on the agency’s website.

Article by Mel Anara, based upon information from NASA

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