CORPORATE MEMBERS

• PARTNERS •
The Aerospace Corporation
Analytical Graphics, Inc.
Arianespace, Inc.
ATK Thiokol
BAE Systems
Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corp.
The Boeing Company
Booz Allen Hamilton
Computer Sciences
Corporation
Eastman Kodak Company
Florida Space Authority
GE Johnson Construction
Company
General Dynamics
Harris Corporation
Holland & Hart LLP
Integral Systems, Inc.
Lockheed Martin Corporation
Network Appliance, Inc.
Northrop Grumman
Orbital Sciences Corporation
Raytheon Company
SPACE.com
Space News
Spectrum Astro, Inc.
Swales Aerospace
United Space Alliance

• PATRONS •
Aerojet
Analex
AT&T Government Markets
AXA Space
CMC Electronics Cincinnati
CSP Associates, Inc.
DFI International
Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce
Honeywell Space Systems
Infinite Links
Inmarsat
ITT Industries
ManTech International Corporation
MicroSat Systems
Pratt & Whitney Space Propulsion
SpaceVest
Stellar Solutions
Titan Corporation
Valador, Inc.

SPACE FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS
John Higginbotham,
SpaceVest,
CHAIRMAN
The Honorable
Robert S. Walker, Wexler & Walker Public Policy Associates,
SECRETARY
Dr. Jaleh Daie,
Aurora Equity LLC, TREASURER
Dr. William F. Ballhaus, Jr.,
The Aerospace Corporation
Dr. Guion S. Bluford, Jr.,
Aerospace Technology Group
Wes Bush, Northrop Grumman Space Technology
Lou Dobbs,
CNN, Lou Dobbs Moneyline
Gen. Howell Estes III, USAF (Retired),
Howell Estes & Associates, Inc.
William MacDonald 'Mac' Evans, Former President,
Canadian Space Agency
Paul Graziani,
Analytical Graphics, Inc.
Lon C. Levin,
XM Satellite Radio; Mobile Satellite Ventures
Richard P. MacLeod,
President Emeritus,
Space Foundation
Joanne Maguire, Lockheed Martin Space & Strategic Missiles
Gen. Thomas S. Moorman, Jr., USAF (Retired),
Booz Allen Hamilton
Michael I. Mott,
The Boeing Company – NASA Systems
Gen. John 'Pete' L. Piotrowski USAF (Retired), Science Applications International Corp.
VADM Richard H. Truly, USN (Retired),
National Renewable Energy Lab
Dr. Neil DeGrasse Tyson,
Rose Center for Earth and Science
The Honorable Robert S. Walker,
Wexler & Walker Public Policy Associates

CHAIRMAN EMERITUS
William B. Tutt,
Tutco, LLC

DIRECTORS EMERITUS
Robert Anderson,
Rockwell
The Honorable Kenneth Kramer,
U.S. Court of Veterans Appeals
The Honorable Jaime Oaxaca, Coronado Communications Group
Dr. Simon Ramo,
Northrop Grumman

HONORARY BOARD MEMBERS
Norman R. Augustine
CAPT James A. Lovell, Jr., USN (Retired)
Gen Bernard A. Schriever, USAF (Retired)

LIFE DIRECTORS
The Honorable E.C. "Pete" Aldridge
James M. Beggs
CAPT Eugene A. Cernan, USN (Retired)
The Honorable Don Fuqua
The Honorable Jake Garn
James B. Hayes
Bill Hudson
Sam F. Iacobellis
W. Bruce Kopper
The Honorable Bill Nelson
Richard D. O'Connor

Report From Washington

Brian E. Chase
Vice President, Washington Operations

 The budget season is upon Washington, and summer typically marks fast and furious activity on Capitol Hill to move spending bills through the legislative process. At the end of May, the House and Senate finally agreed upon a budget resolution that establishes a framework for the FY2005 appropriations process, and there is initially good news for NASA in that budget agreement. The agreement says, in part, that the conference committee members "support the President's Vision for Space Exploration and believe the fiscal year 2005 funding should provide sufficient funding to initiate the process" and provides sufficient funds for NASA's FY2005 budget. The next step is actual appropriation of funding, which is always challenging because of NASA's inclusion in the same bill that funds veterans' health care and housing, but the budget resolution helps start the process on a generally positive note.

As part of an ongoing process to update Members of Congress and their staff on the Vision, the Coalition for Space Exploration has launched a biweekly newsletter that provides the latest status on Space Shuttle Return to Flight preparations, the operations of the International Space Station, spotlights a commercial product derived from space technology, and summarizes major news developments.  This newsletter, which is produced by the Washington Office, will be distributed to Capitol Hill staff as well as any member of the general public who signs the online petition at www.space.com/goformars/.  The Washington Office also distributed to all Congressional offices copies of the recent Scientific American op-ed endorsing the Vision, calling it both achievable and affordable.  This is especially noteworthy because Scientific American has traditionally taken a fairly negative stance on any human space exploration initiatives.

Service To Industry

Elizabeth Wagner
Vice President, Strategic Partnership Development & Corporate Sales

As evidenced by the many topics covered in this edition of Space Watch, the Space Foundation serves the industry and pursues our mission in many ways. We are particularly pleased to be playing a major role in Analytical Graphics’ annual STK Users' Conference, which takes place June 7-10 in Chantilly, Va. AGI has retained the Space Foundation to provide support through our world-class conference management skills. A record-setting crowd has already pre-registered for the event. It is not too late to join us at www.stkuc.com. And, if your organization is planning a space-related conference or large-scale event that could benefit from our capabilities, don’t hesitate to ask for our help.

Upcoming Events: Farnborough International Air Show – you can participate at the International Space Pavilion at Farnborough 2004 for a reasonable cost, but you must contact us right away to make arrangements. Strategic Space 2004… In Support of America’s Strategic Forces – will be held at the new Qwest Center in Omaha October 5-7. Corporate events, sponsorships and exhibits are nearly sold out and the developing program will make it another great event. The 21st National Space Symposium – the dates of next year’s Symposium are April 4-7. In response to demand, we have expanded the Ball Aerospace Exhibit Center again, but space is selling out fast.

To participate in any of these events, contact Chuck Zimkas or Elizabeth Wagner (chuck@spacefoundation.org, elizabeth@spacefoundation.org)

Policy and Public Affairs

Steve Eisenhart
Senior Vice President,
Policy & Public Affairs

Congratulations to our Colorado Springs community partner, the United States Air Force Academy, which is celebrating its 50^th Anniversary this year and will graduate the Class of 2004 next week.  President Bush will be the graduation speaker.

The Space Foundation is proud of its long association with the Academy, partnering with it on a number of education and professional programs.  We’ve conducted summer graduate programs, Space In the Classroom teacher conferences, and student programs in Academy facilities, including the on-campus observatory.  Members of the Academy faculty have volunteered as instructors for graduate training, bringing their unique skills and knowledge to the benefit of K-12 teachers.

We have been very pleased with the success of recent initiatives to have cadets from the Academy attend portions of the National Space Symposium, exposing them to our space industry and the top executives and officials who gather each spring in Colorado.

And the space community has been well served by the Academy, counting 35 current and former astronauts who are graduates as well as leaders throughout the national security space sector in the government, in the military and as aerospace contractors.

We wish the best to the men and women of the Class of 2004 as they embark on their careers, and to all the men and women of our armed forces serving around the world

Sponsor A Teacher

The Space Foundation Summer Institute of Educator Graduate Classes begin June 21^st. Teachers from across the country will come to Colorado Springs to receive intensive hands-on interactive training in science, math, engineering, and technology through the venue of space. By increasing the knowledge base, skill sets, and application process of educators, we are elevating the content intellect and capabilities of America’s youth.  In the long-term, this instruction will inspire students and prepare them to enter the workforce highly qualified.

The Space Foundation has received calls from numerous teachers interested in registering for one or more of the five courses.  Unfortunately, most teachers have to pay for professional development themselves, and this is difficult on a teacher’s salary.  Additionally, the cost of traveling to Colorado Springs and expenses of hotel and meals becomes prohibitive.  We would like to extend an invitation to everyone reading this to sponsor a teacher to attend our Summer Institute.  The registration cost for each course is $600, or $3,000 for all five courses. Travel costs for airfare and a one-week residency range from $800 - $1,000.  Teachers would be thrilled to have a corporate or individual sponsor for one or more classes.  Not only will these courses increase both teacher and student learning, but teachers can also apply these classes towards a Master’s Degree with a Space Studies emphasis either at the University of Colorado or Regis University.

Listed below are the Summer Institute Course descriptions.  If you would like to make a difference in our schools and the future of our country, please contact Dr. Patricia Arnold at patty@spacefoundation.org .

Space Discovery Graduate Schedule Summer 2004

June 21-25 – Earth Systems
Science: Mysterious Mars Revealed

Educators will have the opportunity for a unique learning experience in the Garden of the Gods and on Pikes Peak in Colorado Springs, Colo.  Teachers will do field work in the Garden and on Pikes Peak using the terrain and geological formations for comparing and contrasting Earth and Mars.  Teachers will also participate in experiments, examine their differing results, explore the fascinating eco-systems, learn about rock and plant classifications, discover amazing parallels between Earth, Mars, and Space Science, and learn how the United States monitors the Earth systems from space.

July 12-16 – Rocketry and the Biology of Living in Space, Space History &
Space Law

The exploration of outer space is an endeavor that has spanned more than 1,000 years. First came dreams, then technology.  Learn about history that blends fiction, science, international relations, economics, and technology. Study the effects of human space flight (through microgravity simulation). Experience the thrill of launching your own rocket (you build it, too).   Discover space concepts and their helpful classroom applications. As we move into the future, learn how space will be governed and by whom.

July 19-23 – Biological and Physical Research

Search with the experts for the answers to how humans can expand beyond home to maximize the benefits from space exploration.  Discover how the fundamental laws of nature shape the evolution of life.  Learn how the human body functions and adjusts to space.

July 26-30 – Astronomy Principles for the Classroom

Focus on NASA’s Enterprise for Space Science.   Study solar systems, galaxies, stars and sky identification and the physics of space.  View the night sky at the Air Force Academy Observatory.

August 2-6 – Space Technologies in the Classroom

Astound your students with real space technologies and their applications on Earth now and into the future.  Build your own programmable or maneuverable robot.   Explore orbital mechanics, GPS and satellite operations.

Don’t miss Workforce Innovations 2004 in San Antonio, July 19 – 21

Check out the Conference web site at www.workforceinnovations.org for details and to register on line. Sponsored by the Department of Labor and the National Association of Workforce Boards. The Power of e3 . . . Fueling America’s Economic Engine.

• Economic Benefit (10 points)
• Public/Private/Partnership Investment (5 points)
• Public Awareness Factor (15 points)
• Societal Benefit Factor (15 points)
• Longevity (5 points)

Technologies selected for induction will be honored during special events on April 7 at the 21^st National Space Symposium, which takes place April 4-7 at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs. For more information and a nomination form, visit www.spacetechhalloffame.org

Space Certification

For consumer products with space origins, this program leverages the value of space discovery and offers a competitive edge for products earning the right to display the Certification Seal.

Certified Partner Activities

Outlast Japan Launches New Product Line

Outlast Technologies’ patented Adaptive Comfort^® phase change technology is found in consumer products ranging from outdoor performance gear to casual fashion wear and bedding. Outlast recently sublicensed with partners in Japan who will be introducing a line of active wear products specifically targeting the Asian market. As part of the effort an Outlast team visited the Space Foundation for a day of getting acquainted and filming. Outlast Japan will begin marketing and retailing efforts within the next few months featuring an interview with Space Foundation president and Chief Executive Officer, Elliot Pulham.

AGI Offers Free Users’ Conference

Aerospace, defense, and intelligence professionals will be attending the STK Users’ Conference in record numbers. Now in its third year, the STK Users’ Conference will take place June 7-10 in Chantilly, VA. Attendees will find more innovation than ever before. And now, just like STK software, it’s free! Those interested in rapidly accelerating their capabilities can partake in nominally priced intensive training. Visit www.stkuc.com for details and to register on-line.

Class of 2004 has the Right Stuff

Remember these names, because they are the future of the U.S. human space flight program:  Acaba, Arnold, Bresnik, Cassidy, Dutton, Hernandez, Kimbrough, Marshburn, Metcalf-Lindenburger, Satcher and Walker. Okay, so 11 names are harder to master than the original Mercury 7, and Kimbrough and Metcalf-Lindenburger don’t quite roll off the tongue like Shepard and Glenn.  But the NASA astronaut class of 2004 could be as important in transforming NASA as the original Mercury 7 were in shaping it.  This is the first class with a specific mission to inspire the next generation.  This is likely the first class that will train and fly the new Constellation-class exploration spaceships.  They are as remarkable in their own way as Carpenter, Cooper, Glenn, Grissom, Schirra, Shepard and Slayton. And if we are to re-connect Americans with their human space exploration program, it is through this unique group of heroes-in-training that we stand our best chance. Acaba, Arnold and Metcalf-Lindenburger -- Mission Specialists-Educator Joe Acaba, Ricky Arnold and Dottie Metcalf-Lindenburger are the first three astronauts selected under NASA’s new Educator Astronaut Program (EAP).  The Space Foundation played a central role in their selection.  Almost exactly one year ago, we wrapped up our work, under contract to NASA, and delivered to the agency a national blue-ribbon panel recommendation on how best to select those teachers most uniquely qualified to fulfill the EAP mission.  Joe, Ricky and Dottie are the first astronauts to be selected via this process. Joe Acaba is a Florida middle school teacher whose parents were born in Puerto Rico.  Ingrained with a strong work and service ethic, Acaba served two years with the Peace Corps in Central America and earned two degrees in geology. Ricky Arnold grew up in Maryland and earned two degrees there before beginning a career teaching in international schools around the world – most recently as a science and math teacher at the American International School in Bucharest, Romania. Dottie Metcalf-Lindenburger grew up in Ft. Collins, Colorado, earned a geology degree from Whitman College, and is an avid high school science teacher in Vancouver, Washington. Dutton and Bresnik -- Pilots Major Jim Dutton and Major Randy Bresnik are military aviators very much in the Mercury 7 mold.  Dutton is an Air Force Academy graduate and an F/A-22 test pilot at Edwards Air Force Base.  Bresnik is a Marine Corps F/A-18 pilot with 3,000 hours in the cockpit – including combat duty in Iraq.  Both were inspired by the Gemini and Apollo programs and are already mentally shifting gears from “next generation aircraft” to “next generation spacecraft.” Cassidy, Hernandez, Kimbrough, Marshburn, Satcher and Walker – Mission Specialists A Navy SEAL, two NASA engineers, an Army helicopter pilot and two medical doctors, the Mission Specialists of the Class of 2004 represent a cross-section of all-American kids who grew up to pursue their dreams and do something special with their lives. Navy SEAL Chris Cassidy is a U.S. Naval Academy and MIT graduate who has just returned from his second tour of duty in Afghanistan.  NASA engineer Jose Hernandez migrated to California from Mexico, didn’t learn English until he was 12, picked berries and vegetables with his family – and then earned engineering degrees from two California universities before joining Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and then NASA Johnson Space Center.  Shane Kimbrough was a typical “service brat,” a son-of-a-soldier who lived all over the country before attending West Point himself and flying both fixed- and rotor-wing aircraft as an Army aviator; most recently a NASA engineer who has been training others in space shuttle operations, he now dons the blue NASA flight suit himself. Dr. Tom Marshburn, Dr. Bobby Satcher and Dr. Shannon Walker carry on a fine tradition of doctors and scientists in space.  Marshburn and Satcher both spent formative years in the Carolinas before obtaining medical doctorate degrees from the prestigious Wake Forest and Harvard medical schools.  Both are inquisitive researchers, with Marshburn most recently a NASA crew surgeon supporting the International Space Station Expedition 7 crew, and Satcher a medical researcher at Northwestern University.  Walker is a native Houstonian who admits to being heavily influenced by the NASA Center in her own back yard; a private pilot with three university degrees including a doctorate in astrophysics from Rice University, Walker most recently managed a team of engineers supporting the International Space Station program. Their Faces on a Wheaties™ Box? Reading the resumes of this remarkable group is an inspiring reminder of just how special our astronauts really are.  As the ranks of the astronaut corps have swollen over time, we’ve lost track of their names and come to take them for granted. Let us not make that mistake any longer. These are the people who will lead us into the new age of space exploration. These are the heroes-in-waiting that should be the role models for our kids.  Forget the millionaire athletes – these are the people whose pictures should be on the Wheaties™ box. The Right Stuff lives:  Acaba, Arnold, Bresnik, Cassidy, Dutton, Hernandez, Kimbrough, Marshburn, Metcalf-Lindenburger, Satcher and Walker. Godspeed the Astronaut Class of 2004. Elliot G. Pulham President & Chief Executive Officer

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