Challenger Center News

Challenger Center for Space Science Education Adds New Members to Board of Directors

“The Challenger Center for Space Science Education has added three new members to its board of Directors. Meeting in Alexandria, Virginia last week, the Challenger Center’s sitting board welcomed its new members aboard for three year terms. Added to the board were: Leroy Chiao, Carol Staubach, and Keith Cowing. …. Commenting on the new additions to the board, Challenger Center Founding Chairman and Board member June Scobee Rodgers said: “The Challenger Center concept began during a conversation in my home among the families of Challenger. In the two decades that have followed, more than 8 million students have been inspired and enriched by the Challenger Learning Centers – and our mission has only just begun!”

Challenger Center for Space Education Founder Speaks at LSU Risk and Exploration Symposium

“Exploration reaps benefits for all involved – whether they go on the trip – or stay at home. Yet there are risks inherent in all forms of exploration that accompany these benefits. No one knows this better than June Scobee Rodgers.”