三个&移动商务 学生 Selected for Prestigious 德克萨斯空间资助协会 Funding

德克萨斯太空资助联盟(TSGC), which is funded through a NASA training grant, 选了三个德州A&M University-商务 students—Rebecca Preston, Amber Stinson and 犹大拜亚斯—to receive grant funding for the Fall 2022 and Spring 2023 semesters.

TSGC包括65所大学, 工业组织, non-profits and government agencies in 德州. 通过教育和研究, the consortium inspires Texans to participate in NASA's mission to protect and improve life on Earth, extend life beyond our planet and explore the universe. 根据其网站, TSGC已经奖励了超过2美元,000,000 in Fellowships and scholarships to students in 德州.

研究生 students Preston and Stinson were selected to receive TSGC Fellowship grants, which are aimed at encouraging graduate study in the fields of science, 技术, 工程与数学.

Preston and Stinson earned their bachelor's degrees from A&移动商务 in physics with an emphasis on astrophysics. They are now researching the structure of neutron stars with A&移动商务 副教授 威廉·牛顿博士.D., and are set to graduate in 2023 with master's degrees in physics.

“I am thrilled that these talented graduate students have received this prestigious fellowship,牛顿说.

Preston said the fellowship means she will not have to choose between completing her degree or providing life-changing applied behavior analysis therapy for her son, 查理, 谁被诊断患有自闭症.

“This fellowship will allow me to focus on my research and classes at the high standard that I strive for without added financial stress,”她说。. “我非常感谢Dr. Newton, who continues to be an amazing mentor and source of encouragement and support. It's because of him that I have been able to pursue my passion while still supporting my children's needs.”

Preston plans to continue researching astrophysics, perhaps as a professor or working with NASA or a national lab.

Stinson said the funding will offset the high cost of commuting to the A&移动商务 campus from her home in Nevada, 德州, without adding a second job to her already busy schedule.

“Being recognized by NASA—a group I idolized as a child—is overwhelming, 退一步说,斯廷森说. “I am beyond grateful and deeply appreciative of this fellowship. It's a huge relief and takes a massive weight off my shoulders.”

She encourages fellow students to reach for the stars regarding grant opportunities. “Even if you think you'll never get accepted, apply anyway. 这比想着“如果……会怎么样”要好?’”她说。.

Stinson plans to earn her doctorate and work in a national lab. She said working as part of the Event Horizon Telescope Collaboration would be a dream come true.

犹大拜亚斯, a fourth-year student set to graduate next spring with a Bachelor of Science in Physics and Mathematics, received the 阀杆 Columbia Crew Memorial 本科 Scholarship. The scholarship program recognizes high-quality undergraduate students and encourages them to pursue graduate studies in science, 技术, 工程与数学.

Byars said he is surprised and humbled to receive the scholarship. He plans to allocate the funding toward meals for the upcoming school year, with the remainder aimed at repaying student loans.

“I'm honored to be selected for this scholarship, which will alleviate financial stress and allow me to focus on my academics and personal life,他说. “Earning this award took a lot of effort and discipline. This is a testament that we should strive to do our best in all that we do, and I will continue to embrace this concept in my future endeavors.”

His goal after graduation is to attend a graduate program specializing in nuclear fusion. He hopes to one day help revolutionize the energy industry by introducing clean, cost-saving alternatives to current energy suppliers.

谢里·戴维斯博士.D.，已代表A&自2009年起成为TSGC的成员.

“Our students were selected from a very competitive pool of applicants from consortium member institutions including Rice University, 贝勒大学, The University of 德州 and several 皇冠体育365赌博&M系统学校，”戴维斯说. “Their selection confirms what we've known for some time: A&移动商务 is a top destination in 德州 for students who desire to be the best in physics and astronomy.”

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