The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) congratulates Lisa W. Bacon, AIAA program manager for STEM and K–12 outreach, on her selection to be a recipient of the 2010 Dr. Mervin K. Strickler Jr. Aerospace Education Award, presented by the National Coalition for Aviation and Space Education (NCASE). She will receive the award at 7:00 p.m. on November 8 during the National Aeronautics Association’s fall awards banquet at the Crystal Gateway Marriott, Arlington, Va.
Ms. Bacon is being recognized for her significant contributions to aerospace education, which have positively impacted thousands of students and teachers in the United States and around the world. As AIAA’s program manager for STEM and K–12 outreach, Bacon has inspired many thousands of students to pursue further education in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, especially through AIAA’s annual “Education Alley” program and her management of the World Space Congress’ K–12 education events. Her guidance has also allowed thousands of teachers to benefit from AIAA’s innovative classroom educator programs, furthering their ability to inspire the next generation of aerospace engineers and scientists.
AIAA President Dr. Mark J. Lewis stated: “The National Coalition for Aviation and Space Education has recognized what we at AIAA already knew – that Lisa Bacon is a national asset when it comes to engineering education! I can think of no one more deserving of the Strickler Award; all of our members and staff who have had the privilege of working with Lisa know that she exudes a contagious enthusiasm and a tireless passion for encouraging the next generation of engineers. We are very proud of Lisa’s accomplishments and congratulate her on this outstanding and extraordinarily well-deserved honor.”
NCASE established the award in honor of Dr. Mervin K. Strickler Jr., former special assistant for aviation education in the Office of General Aviation Affairs of the Federal Aviation Administration, who is considered the “father” of aerospace education, to commemorates Dr. Strickler’s efforts to promote aerospace education over the last 50 years. Recipients are individuals or organizations that share Dr. Strickler’s personal commitment and lifelong contributions to aerospace education.
The National Coalition for Aviation and Space Education represents government, industry, and labor united to promote aviation education activities and resources, increase public understanding of aviation, and support educational initiatives at the local, state, and national levels. For more information visit www.aviationeducation.org
AIAA is the world’s largest technical society dedicated to the global aerospace profession. With more than 35,000 individual members worldwide, and 90 corporate members, AIAA brings together industry, academia, and government to advance engineering and science in aviation, space, and defense. For more information, visit www.aiaa.org.
LISA W. BACON TO RECEIVE STRICKLER AEROSPACE EDUCATION AWARD
