Aviation Day at Glenn
The Office of STEM Engagement (OSTEM) has a strong interest in strengthening relationships with organizations that support students pursuing science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) careers. Aviation Day is a one-day event that is designed to celebrate the advancements in Aviation and inspire middle and high school student interest in STEM fields as they relate to Aeronautics. The event features NASA Scientists and Engineers working in STEM fields in Aeronautics at NASA Glenn, engaging STEM activities, and tours of NASA Glenn’s facilities.
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Eligibility/Requirements
- This opportunity is open to students in grades 6-12 enrolled at a public, private, charter, or home school located in NASA Glenn’s home state of Ohio.
- Students should be counted for the grade level they will be entering at the start of the 2024-2025 school year.
- Participants may register as individuals or as a group. Groups are limited to up to 25 students per organization.
- Parents or guardians must apply on behalf of any students under the age of 14. This adult must be a United States citizen or a Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR).
- Parents or adult caregivers are not required to attend or participate with their student(s) during the event.
Key Dates
- Registration Opens – July 16, 2025
- Registration Closes – August 19, 2025
- Event Date – September 18, 2025
- Event Time – 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Eastern
Registration Information
Participants may register as individuals or as a group. Groups are limited to up to 25 students per organization. Parents or guardians must apply on behalf of any students under the age of 14. This adult must be a United States citizen or a Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR).
Space at this event is limited. After the application window closes, eligible registrants will receive a welcome letter with logistics for attending the Aviation Day event. Please be aware that submitting your application through Gateway does not confirm acceptance to attend this event. Acceptance as a participant is confirmed only upon receipt of a welcome letter via email. While you will receive a receipt acknowledging the accepted offer from Gateway, this does not serve as guarantee of your attendance at the event.
Contact Information
Jeresha Nixon
GRC-Ed-Opportunities@mail.nasa.gov
(216) 433-6656
This event is featured as a part of NASA Glenn’s One-Day STEM Events.
Glenn Research Center – Office of STEM Engagement
Phone: (216) 433-6656
Email: GRC-Ed-Opportunities@mail.nasa.gov
Glenn Research Center – Office of STEM Engagement
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