ISU… Space Explorers Sign On With ISU (Event)

[SatNews] An historic partnership agreement has been signed by the European Section of the Association of Space Explorers, representing Europe’s astronauts, and the International Space University.

This cooperation aims to better exploit the value that astronauts and their experience in spaceflight represents to foster and enhance public knowledge about the benefits of space exploration. “In addition to science and applied research the human presence in space is part of the continuing fascination that space, its secrets, and possibilities have for students and young professionals when choosing their study subjects or taking the first steps of their careers,” noted Cosmonaut Prunariu. “Both the academic curriculum of ISU and the outreach activities of astronauts are ideal to put this interest on a sound basis and accompany the students’ quest for knowledge and proficiency. “

The Association of Space Explorers (ASE) is an international non-profit professional and educational organization of mopre than 350 individuals from 35 nations who have flown in space. Founded in 1985, ASE’s mission is to provide a forum for professional dialogue among individuals who have flown in space, support space science and exploration for the benefit of all, promote education in science and engineering, foster greater environmental awareness, and encourage international cooperation in the human exploration of space. The International Space University, the ‘gold standard in interdisciplinary space education’, is a graduate school that conducts programs at its central campus in Strasbourg, France, and at locations around the world. ISU offers a unique core curriculum covering all disciplines related to space programs and enterprises – from science and engineering to business and management, and policy and law. ISU also provides short courses for professional development and life-long learning. As part of the agreement, ASE Europe will establish its headquarters at ISU’s Central Campus in Strasbourg.