New York Space Grant Consortium

WHAT IS SPACE GRANT? The Space Grant College and Fellowship program is a NASA program that aims to support education and outreach of space related research and events Founded in 1988 Operates in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico NEW YORK SPACE GRANT The New York Space Grant is a group of colleges, universities and industry partners that work together to create a variety of opportunities and exposure for individuals in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) disciplines and NASA specific initiatives. NEW YORK’S CONSORTIUM MISSION As a consortium, the NYSG aims to: Inspire, engage and educate students in STEM disciplines Prepare the future STEM workforce for high technology industries, particularly those industries located in the state of New York Positively impact the diversity and readiness of NY students who choose to pursue advanced STEM degrees or enter the STEM workforce Build the influence of NY higher education and industry collaborations