NTA Member Astronaut Flies in Space Shuttle Mission
Astronaut Leland Melvin, an NTA member with the Hampton Roads Chapter, flew on the STS-122 space shuttle mission in December, 2007. He was also honored in the program held at the NTA Cleveland chapter on April 9, 2008. The NTA Cleveland Chapter also awarded scholarships to three students; two were Mallory Scholarships, and three were Julian Earls Scholarships. NASA Glenn Center Director Dr. Woodrow Whitlow was also present.
2008 National Conference begins at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, June 11th!
NTA DC Chapter Participates in National Inventors Hall of Fame 36th Annual Induction Ceremony
On May 2-3, 2008, the National Inventors Hall of Fame (NIHF) held its 36th Annual Induction Ceremony in Akron Ohio, to induct living and deceased Inventors into the NIHF. NTA member and past National President Lester Clemons, who serves on the NIHF Blue Ribbon Panel, was in attendance at the Induction Ceremony. The NIHF Board of Directors assigns the Blue Ribbon Panel the task of reviewing and evaluating a list of inventors and their inventions. The Panel then submits a selected list of inventor candidates to the Board for approval for induction into the NIHF.
During the 2003 NIHF Induction Ceremony, Dr. George R. Carruthers, the NTA National Editor and Washington DC Chapter President, was inducted into the NIHF. He was inducted for his invention of the Far
Ultraviolet Electrographic Camera. (See: 2008 Inductees of the NIHF, 36th Edition, P-320, www.invent.org). The camera uses ultraviolet light to study the Earth’s upper atmosphere, stars, and gases in interstellar space. It is best known for its use in the Apollo 16 mission to the Moon in 1972.
In addition to Dr. Carruthers’ and Mr. Clemons’ association with the NIHF, Ms. Hattie Carwell, a longtime member of NTA, serves on the Board of Directors of the NIHF. Also, Mrs. Joyce Ward-Clarke, a member of the Washington, DC Chapter of NTA, is an employee of the NIHF.
NTA Cincinnati Chapter Summer Enrichment Program
The Cincinnati Chapter will open its 29th Annual Summer Enrichment Program on Saturday, June 14 at the College of Applied Science on the University of Cincinnati Chapter. This award winning program runs for 10 weeks.
SEP tutors students in grades 5 through 12 math and science. Not only are students shown math basics but also how each skill fits into everyday life. Advanced students also take additional courses in computer and earth sciences. The program serves nearly 150 students each summer. Its success rests with requiring parents or a guardian to be present and its volunteer tutors.
The tutors are a good mix of professionals, students from local universities such as the University of Cincinnati and Xavier University, summer interns from various companies such as Proctor & Gamble, Belcan, etc. These volunteers agree to work four hours eight to ten Saturdays during the summer. In its 29 year history, SEP successes have included former students returning to tutor and students going on to receive masters and PhDs in math and science.
What is unique about SEP is its parent classes. Participants are introduced to methods of helping their children with learning, college planning, African American/African history, computer skills, finances, etc. They now interact by email in completing their homework assignments and checking on their children’s assignments, etc. In 2000, SEP was awarded the JC Penney’s Golden Rule Award. This was one of over 200 programs around the country that is the result of a partnership between the United Way & Community Chest and the local JC Penney’s facilities.
Submitted by Ms. Deborah Harris
National Technical Association 2008 National Conference at a glance!
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
7:30
14:30
Registration
9:00
9:30
Opening Plenary Session
10:00
15:30
Professional Technical Paper Review
10:00
12:00
Small Business Workshop
12:00
13:15
NTA Auxiliary Lunch
13:30
15:30
Career Development Workshop
17:00
19:00
NTA hospitality Meeting
Thursday, June 12, 2008
7:30
14:30
Registration
8:00
15:00
Business Development Expo
10:00
15:30
Opportunity Fair Open
10:30
15:30
Student Technical Paper Review
10:30
12:00
STEM Education Panel
12:00
13:15
NTA Membership Working Lunch
13:30
15:30
Small Business Workshop
17:00
19:00
NTA hospitality Meeting
Friday, June 13, 2008
7:30
14:30
Registration
0:00
15:30
Opportunity Fair Open
8:00
15:00
Student workshop / NASA Demonstration
10:00
15:30
Student Robotic Presentation
10:30
15:30
Student Technical Paper Review
10:30
12:00
NASA Exploration: The Next Generation Panel
12:00
13:15
NTA Students Working Lunch
13:30
15:30
Student Development Workshop
17:00
19:00
Closing Reception
NATIONAL TECHNICAL ASSOCIATION 2008 CONFERENCE
Presentation Abstract
RETURNING TO THE MOON:
Future Plans and Space Mission Proposals
George R. Carruthers
Space Science Division, Naval Research Laboratory
and President, NTA Washington, DC Chapter
This presentation focuses on plans by NASA and the Naval Research Laboratory for future scientific missions to the Moon, and their objectives. The discussion begins with a review of the lunar space missions, both by the Apollo manned missions, and unmanned space missions following these missions, and associated education and public outreach activities.
Hello All; It is almost time for our 2008 NTA National Conference!
The Executive Board has accepted a NTA National Conference contract with the Marriott-California State University Fullerton for June 11-14, 2008 in Orange County California. The facility is adjoined to the University Campus and just a few miles from Disneyland, Knots Berry Farm and the beaches of California. The weather is guaranteed to be beautiful so get your students, technical papers, swim suits and sneakers ready. California State University, Fullerton will participate with us and will host our Friday Student activities on its beautiful campus. We need to activate the NASA Explorer Schools to participate. Stand by for more developments on the NTA web site.
Mark the dates, and get your airline reservations ready for Los Angeles or John Wayne Airport in Orange County!
Willie B. Williams, President National Technical Association
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