

WELCOME TO 2025
SmallSat Education Conference
Social Events
Art Contests
Hands-on Opportunities
An important East Coast gathering for educators, administrators, and students to learn about CubeSats, ThinSats, and High Altitude Balloon programs.
Registration costs: Students $30 / Educators $40 /
International Virtual $50 / Adults $100
Registration includes admission to KSC Visitor Center
Presentation Abstracts Due - August 1st
Speaker Notifications - August 15th
Presenter's Slides - September 26th
As the SmallSat Revolution continues to disrupt commercial space, the democratization of space now enables educators access to low Earth orbit.
Attendees also have opportunities to network and learn from exhibitors and vendors during the times built into the conference schedule. Please join us for the third annual conference on 25-26 October at the AMF Center for Space Education Building at Kennedy Space Center.
This gathering will provide hands-on opportunities for educators and students of all ages to learn how they may "Go To Space". This event is managed by the Aerospace and Innovation Academy, The Wolfpack CubeSat Development Team, and BLUECUBE Aerospace.
Students may now be engaged with authentic experiences and training using various SmallSat platforms.

NEXT EVENT

WHEN
25-26 October 2024
10:00AM - 5:00 PM Sat
10:00 AM - 2:15 PM Sun

WHERE
AMF Center for Space Education, Kennedy Space Center - Visitor Center

WHO
CubeSat Teams, Academia, Industry, NASA, Military, Educators, and Students
REGISTER
NOW
Keynote Speaker:
University of Florida Aerospace Professor
Norman Fitz-Coy

Dr. Norman G. Fitz-Coy is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Florida, where he has been a faculty member since 1996. His research interests include dynamics and control of multi-body systems, game theory, orbital dynamics, and flight mechanics. Dr. Fitz-Coy has made significant contributions to the field of aerospace engineering, particularly in the area of small satellite development, focusing on spacecraft attitude control and precision pointing technologies.
Throughout his career, Dr. Fitz-Coy has been instrumental in leading innovative satellite missions such as SwampSat and SwampSat II. SwampSat, a student-developed nanosatellite, validated a compact three-axis attitude actuator for rapid retargeting and precision pointing. SwampSat II, launched in November 2019, expanded on this legacy by using a 3U-class CubeSat to study very low frequency (VLF) electromagnetic wave propagation in the upper ionosphere. These projects not only advanced the understanding of space science but also provided students with invaluable hands-on experience, reinforcing Dr. Fitz-Coy’s commitment to integrating education with research.
Dr. Fitz-Coy earned his Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering from Auburn University in 1990. With over 150 technical publications and active membership in professional organizations like the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, he continues to be a leading figure in aerospace education and research. His dedication to fostering the next generation of engineers and his contributions to the field reflect his enduring impact on both academia and the aerospace community.


A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR 2024 SPONSORS




















The Art Contest is Open. Deadline: October 8, 2024.
The SmallSat Education Conference in collaboration with the National Space Society’s (NSS) SpacEdge Education Program is looking for student artists to create ORIGINAL illustrations to share their vision of…
Our Future in the Space Workforce

Embark on a visual journey into the future, where the cosmos has evolved into an incredible work of human ingenuity and creativity. Envision a world where the Moon, Mars, asteroids, orbital space settlements, and space elevators are not just distant dreams, but actual realities. Imagine yourself as an inhabitant of space, whether nestled in the lunar plains, establishing life in the rust-colored landscape of Mars, or enjoying the stars in an orbital outpost. As you step outside, what does life look like? Do you see fellow settlers farming crops in domed gardens or scientists creating experiments in state-of-the-art laboratories? As you peer out your window, what do you see? Do you count the CubeSats crossing the sky, observe the working space elevators, or witness the breathtaking expanse of space? What future of space do you envision?
This year’s theme — Our Future in the Space Workforce — challenges you to channel your creativity into crafting a realistic art piece that captures the essence of what life might truly be like in a future in space.
Your artwork should not only capture a scene, but a glimpse of tomorrow. Let your imagination soar as you create an authentic and visionary portrayal of life among the stars and a future in space.
DEADLINE: Tuesday, October 8, 2024
(11:59 pm U.S. Pacific time zone)
Winners will be announced at the SmallSat Education Conference October 26-27, 2024
ELIGIBILITY
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Full-time student between the ages of 10-25.
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Students 18 and under must have parental permission.
QUESTIONS?
If you have any questions regarding the contest, please email them to artcontest2024@nss.org
2023 Grand Prize - Busy on Mars - Artist: Madhura Boominathan
26-27 Oct Conference Agenda





Workshops 2024
Workshops to be held in Room 7030, Signups will be available during the conference
