Tuesday, March 29, 2016

Wheeler sophomore receives full scholarship to Space Camp

Erin Leydon, a sophomore at The Center for Advanced Studies at Wheeler High School in Marietta, has been awarded a full scholarship to attend Space Camp at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center.

The scholarship competition requires a student to submit an application with a detailed description of a science experiment, two essays, a mission patch design and three letters of recommendation. Only 26 percent of those applying this year received full scholarships.

"This process attracts bright, motivated students from across the world," says Dr. Deborah Barnhart, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, home to the Space Camp programs. "To win a scholarship, a student must submit a truly outstanding application. I congratulate Erin on earning a place in the 2016 scholarship class."

Space Camp has been helping to prepare the next generation of scientists, engineers and mathematicians to reach for the stars for more than 30 yea rs and is an internationally-known program with more than 700,000 alumni. The camp, which is based on NASA's astronaut training program, focuses on teamwork and leadership skills.

For more information about Space Camp programs, visit www.spacecamp.com.


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