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Four students take WSGC science & engineering fair awards
Washington NASA Space Grant Consortium awarded $250 book scholarships to four outstanding high school competitors in the Washington State Science and Engineering Fair.
Amanda Villareal and Cynthia Van Wingerden, both of Sunnyside High School, tied for best project in a basic science discipline. Amanda compared the efficiency of solar panels shaped like different tree leaves to that of a standard square panel. Cynthia examined the effectiveness of transmitting light through concrete laced with fiber optic cables.
The WSGC award for best project in engineering went to the Stanwood High School team of Samantha Helmick and Dylan Thrush for their solar-efficient "Smart Blinds."
Honorable mentions were awarded to C. Brenner and J. Knoth of Cedarcrest High School; C. Kealoha and E. Nickerson of Camas High School; and M. Harris of Sequim High School.
See the WSSEF website for a complete list of 2012 science and engineering fair awardees. (April 27, 2012)
Apply now for WSGC private industry internships
Applications are now open for internships with Aerojet, Eagle Harbor Technologies and Tethers Unlimited Inc.
These internships enable students to concentrate on research activities that supplement their academic coursework and help to prepare them for careers in NASA-related fields.
All internships are paid experiences, though compensation may vary. See individual applications for more details.
For instructions on how to apply, go to WSGC Private Industry Internships. (March 21, 2012)
2011 WSGC awards celebrated
The 2011 Washington NASA Space Grant Reception and Poster Session, held at Meany Hall on the University of Washington's Seattle campus on September 29, brought together students from different institutions participating a variety of Space Grant programs.
For more information, reception programs and photos, visit our reception page. (November 3, 2011)
