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To The Stars, And Beyond!
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Charles Donald "Sam" Gemar is an American former astronaut with NASA and a lieutenant colonel in the United States Army. Gemar has flown on three Space Shuttle missions (STS-38, STS-48 and STS-62). Gemar has completed 385 orbits of the Earth and over 581 hours in space. He has also served in different positions in NASA, including as a CAPCOM for Shuttle missions. Gemar was the first astronaut to be born in the state of South Dakota.
Charles Donald "Sam" Gemar is an American former astronaut with NASA and a lieutenant colonel in the United States Army. Gemar has flown on three Space Shuttle missions (STS-38, STS-48 and STS-62). Gemar has completed 385 orbits of the Earth and over 581 hours in space. He has also served in different positions in NASA, including as a CAPCOM for Shuttle missions. Gemar was the first astronaut to be born in the state of South Dakota.
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CEO + Co-Founder of ICEE.Space, Mission Flight Director
Marc is an Earth Sciences MSc. graduate specializing in extreme environments, planetary sciences, and interdisciplinary exploration research. Passionate about merging Earth Sciences with human exploration, Marc engages in research expeditions, space simulations, and educational programs. With a focus on learning from diverse fields, Marc aims to use Earth and space exploration to foster a better future and emphasize the importance of understanding our planet and place in the universe.
CEO + Co-Founder of ICEE.Space, Mission Flight Director
Marc is an Earth Sciences MSc. graduate specializing in extreme environments, planetary sciences, and interdisciplinary exploration research. Passionate about merging Earth Sciences with human exploration, Marc engages in research expeditions, space simulations, and educational programs. With a focus on learning from diverse fields, Marc aims to use Earth and space exploration to foster a better future and emphasize the importance of understanding our planet and place in the universe.
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Aditi is an experienced Spacecraft Systems Engineer with extended
experience in real-time operations. She is a strong engineering professional with a Master of Science (MSc) focused in Earth Oriented Space Science and Technology from Technische Universität München.
Aditi is an experienced Spacecraft Systems Engineer with extended
experience in real-time operations. She is a strong engineering professional with a Master of Science (MSc) focused in Earth Oriented Space Science and Technology from Technische Universität München.
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Being a mentor at our camp is an incredible opportunity to inspire young minds, sharing your passion for astronomy. Guiding budding astronomers offers a chance to ignite curiosity, build leadership skills, and foster a deep appreciation for the cosmos. As a mentor, you'll experience the joy of watching kids discover the wonders of space, shaping future stargazers while creating lasting connections and gaining valuable teaching experience.
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Kaohsiung American School (KAS) is a non-profit PreK–12 American college preparatory school and International Baccalaureate (IB) World School serving families in southern Taiwan. Founded in 1989, KAS fosters intellectual and social-emotional development and challenges students to become Balanced individuals, Independent learners, and Global citizens.
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At Starlight Education Group, along with our socially responsible subsidiary Umbrella Education, we are more than just educational institutions. We are global beacons of learning, nurturing the brightest minds and fostering a brighter future for all. Our commitment to education, innovation, and social responsibility drives everything we do.