Astronaut Steven R. Swanson, STS-119 mission specialist, gives a "thumb-up" signal while participating in a training session in one of the full-scale trainers in the Space Vehicle Mockup Facility at NASA's Johnson Space Center. Attired in a training version of his shuttle launch and entry suit, Swanson is seated on the flight deck for a post insertion/de-orbit training session. Photo Credit: NASAA special invitation to Palm Beach County High Schools!
Please join the FAU College of Engineering and Computer Science in celebrating Engineers Week 2010
Thursday, February 18th, 2010
9:30 am - 2:00 pm
Activities will include:
A presentation by NASA Astronaut and FAU Alumnus, Dr. Steve R. Swanson about his recent space mission STS-119
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Engineers Week Celebration
• High School Banner competition
• Robotics demonstrations (by high school teams)
• “Green” industry displays
• Tours of the Solar Panels & Labs
• A showcase of FAU engineering student organizations
• Sponsored competitions and games
• Giveaways
• Free lunch
• And much, much more
Space is limited so sign-up early! Each high school group may bring up to 20 students and chaperones. Please note: only seniors may attend. As per Dr. Janis Andrews, West Area Superintendent for Palm Beach County Schools, "Currently your seniors can attend, it looks like you have 30 seniors and 20 spots so you will be able to fill your quota with your seniors." Get your permission slip and TLE from Mr. Landstrom in 5-107
