“MSC SCONA Hosts Panel on America’s New Space Age with Former Astronauts Turned Industry Leaders”

Former astronauts turned leaders in the private and commercial space industries are set to take the stage at the Memorial Student Center Student Conference On National Affairs (MSC SCONA) at Texas A&M University. The event, titled “The Next Small Step: America’s New Space Age,” will feature a panel discussion on the future of space exploration and exploitation.

Moderated by Col. Mike Fossum ‘80, USAF (Ret.), the panel will delve into topics such as space as a commercial zone, military front, spy ring, economic opportunity, and more. Fossum, a former astronaut with 19 years of experience, is now a vice president at Texas A&M and plays key roles in the university’s operations.

Joining Fossum on the panel are retired astronauts Garrett Reisman and Tim Kopra, who are now leaders in the commercial space industry. The discussion promises to be engaging and insightful, offering a glimpse into the potential of the U.S. in space.

Tickets for the event are available at the MSC Box Office, with admission prices set at $5 for students and $8 for the public. Veterans and their guests will be admitted free of charge. The event is expected to draw a large crowd, with attendees eager to learn more about the future of space exploration and research at Texas A&M.

With space exploration becoming an increasingly important topic at Texas A&M, the MSC SCONA panel is poised to shed light on the university’s commitment to bringing cutting-edge research centered on space to campus. This event is a unique opportunity for Aggies and the community to gain valuable insights into the evolving landscape of space exploration.