Students for the Exploration and Development of Space (SEDS)

PICTURES COMING IN TWO WEEKS! Stay tuned for updates on the new board, highlights from the conference, SpaceVision 2025 announcement, and more.

Thank you for a dynamic panel on the policy, regulatory, and physical infrastructure necessary to drive the cislunar economy!

Students, there is still time to sign up for the NASA Space Apps Cleveland and NASA Space Apps Mountain View Hack-a-thons! Completely free to enter and hosted at the NASA Cleveland and Mountain View locations as well as virtually! See http://linktr.ee/seds_usa for link.

Tune in to learn about the cutting edge research being by this amazing organization from CU!

Fellowship programs provide critical opportunities for students and early-career professionals to gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and networking in the aerospace industry. Learn about the application processes, selection criteria, and the unique benefits each program offers, from research fellowships and internships to international space collaborations. p.s. PGS just extended their timeline to 10.04.24!

What is the next giant leap in communication technology for space systems that will enable living and working in space possible? In this dynamic panel, students will gain insight into where the sector is headed, by leaders from Advanced Space , Astranis Space Technologies, Solstar Space Co., Alba Orbital.

With the International Space Station nearing the end of its operational life, new commercial and international projects are emerging that promise to revolutionize space habitats in low Earth orbit, the Moon, and beyond. Panelists will discuss innovative technologies, collaborative efforts, and the regulatory and logistical hurdles of constructing and maintaining these advanced outposts.

Saturday's conference day will be kicked off through a fireside conversation hosted by Mike Kinkaid from NASA. The conversation features Melanie Strickland, Executive Director of Space Workforce 2030, and Co-Founder of Slingshot Aerospace, with the focus on workforce development and how students and industry can work together to align the pipeline in the direction of intentional growth and development.

Humans have come a long way since the first space suits of the Mercury missions. With preparations for extended missions to the Moon and Mars underway, the next generation of space suit technology is critical to ensuring astronaut safety and mission success. This panel will introduce students to the significance of advancing space suits, focusing on the challenges and innovations driving this essential aspect of space exploration, while highlighting the various ways testing is being conducted here on Earth.

Master conference networking: Join the first half of this two-part session to learn the dos and don’ts of communicating with recruiters, growing your network, and maximize your conference experience, from industry experts. Stay for the second part right after, where you will practice everything you learned and be ready to crush the ensuing career fair.