Oklahoma NASA Space Grant Consortium

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The Oklahoma NASA Space Grant Consortium (OKSG) is part of NASA's National Space Grant College and Fellowship Program, aimed at supporting and enhancing STEM education, research, and public outreach in Oklahoma.

Official Site

Mission

The mission of OKSG is to engage Oklahoma with NASA’s mission by supporting aerospace education and research, thereby fostering the development of a skilled workforce in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

Parent organization

Legislation

The program was authorized by the National Space Grant College and Fellowship Program Act.[1]

Number of employees

Specific employee numbers for OKSG are not publicly disclosed, but consortia like these typically operate with a small central staff supported by faculty and students at member institutions.

Organization structure

OKSG operates through a consortium model:

  • Director oversees the entire program, managing strategy and operations.
  • Advisory Board includes representatives from member institutions, providing guidance and governance.
  • Academic and Industrial Affiliates collaborate on projects, education, and outreach activities.

List of programs

  • Scholarships and fellowships for students in STEM fields
  • Research opportunities for undergraduates and graduates
  • Workshops and professional development for educators
  • Community outreach and public engagement events
  • Internships with NASA and related industries

Last total enacted budget

Specific budget allocations for OKSG are not publicly detailed, but funding comes from NASA's Space Grant Program budget, which for FY 2023 was approximately $44 million for the entire network of consortia.[2]

Leader

The title of the leader of the organization is Director.

Services provided

OKSG supports STEM education through funding opportunities like scholarships and fellowships, promotes research by providing access to NASA resources, and engages in outreach to inspire interest in space science among Oklahoma's youth and public. It also connects students with internship opportunities at NASA centers and within the aerospace industry.

Regulations overseen

OKSG does not directly oversee regulations but operates within the framework of NASA's guidelines for Space Grant programs, ensuring compliance with federal grant administration rules.

Headquarters address

Oklahoma State University, 300 Engineering South, Stillwater, OK 74078[3]

Website

http://spacegrant.oknasa.org/

Wikipedia article

There is no specific Wikipedia article for the Oklahoma NASA Space Grant Consortium.

References

  1. ↑ https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/STATUTE-103/pdf/STATUTE-103-Pg2097.pdf
  2. ↑ https://www.nasa.gov/feature/nasa-awards-space-grant-consortia-funding-for-2023
  3. ↑ http://spacegrant.oknasa.org/contact.html
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