June 26 - August 28, 2010, Amanda Knutson, a Ph.D. student in Astrodynamics and Space Applications will attend the International Space University (ISU) - Space Studies Program (SSP). The nine week program will take place in Strasbourg, France. Amanda is one of ten students sponsored by the Canadian Foundation for the International Space University (CFISU).

The Zonta International Amelia Earhart Fellowships were established in honor of Amelia Earhart, famed pilot and Zonta club member. The Fellowships are granted annually to women pursuing doctoral degrees in aerospace-related sciences and engineering.

Col. Tim Cahoon doesn't recall the exact moment he decided to become a military pilot, but knows it was at a young age. Cahoon, 54 attended Purdue University through an ROTC Air Force scholarship and graduated with a degree in Aeronautical Engineering in 1977.

We are saddened to learn that Joel Christopher Gentz, BSAAE '07, was killed in action on Wednesday June 9, 2010. The faculty and staff of the School of Aeronautics and Astronautics extend our deepest sympathies to Joel's family and friends.

The Latest News and Events from the School of Aeronautics and Astronautics

The Purdue Chapter of Students for the Exploration and Development of Space (SEDS), held the Spring Space Forum 2010 on April 6th, in the Loeb Playhouse.

Professor Kathleen Howell has been awarded the Elmer F. Bruhn Teaching Award 2010 and the College of Engineering Faculty Award of Excellence.

We were very sad to hear of the passing of Walker "Bud" Mahurin BSAE'49; OAE'99 on May 11 at age 91. Mahurin was a hero in the fullest sense of the word and had many accomplishments during his active serves in both WWII and the Korean War.

Congratulations to Dr. Daniel DeLaurentis and Dr. Inseok Hwang who have both been promoted to Associate Professor and to Dr. Barrett Caldwell (By Courtesy) who has been promoted to full Professor.