The Department of Space Science was begun in 1963, as a direct result of the JFK “To the Moon” speech at Rice in 1962.

The early days of the department were a hubbub of rocket and balloon flights, combined with incomparable theoretical work, and Rice was considered a premiere institution of Space research. Rice flew its own “Owl” satellite, and placed six instruments on the lunar surface, starting with Apollo 11.

Event Date: 9 / 17 / 2021

Lisa Campbell, President of the Canadian Space Agency, will give an overview of how Canada's space heritage has evolved in key areas of strength, enabling a vibrant space program in Canada. The presentation will highlight the Canadian space sector, an ecosystem of talent and innovation largely composed of SMEs, universities, research centers, working together to seize their share of the new global space economy.

Event Date: 4 / 15 / 2021

Karina Drees, President of the Commercial Flight Federation, talks about the advancements in space technology

Event Date: 3 / 11 / 2021