Meet retired NASA astronaut Dr. Ellen Ochoa—the first Latina in space. Dr. Ochoa has charted a dazzling and inspirational career path: from her early days as a researcher, to her four missions as an astronaut, to heading up NASA’s Johnson Space Center, Ochoa has seen firsthand the importance of minorities in STEM, women in leadership […]
Ellen Ochoa Virtual Presentation 2:00-2:45pm Ellen Ochoa Virtual Astronaut Presentation Hear directly from the groundbreaking Ellen Ochoa, about being the first Latina in space about her unique experiences. 3:15pm Ellen Takes Flight Story Corner with Illustrator of the Book, Oliver Dominguez Listen to the story book Ellen Takes Flight: The Life of Astronaut Ellen Ochoa […]
“Trailblazing in Space: Missions of Discovery & Diversity”, Central Oregon Community College Nancy R. Chandler Lecture Series, Bend OR Dr. Ellen Ochoa - Former NASA Director, Presidential Medal of Freedom 2024 recipient Thursday, October 3, 7 p.m. Tower Theatre - downtown Bend Livestream also available The first Latina in space, Dr. Ellen Ochoa has charted […]
Discovery Corner Launch, Discovery West in Bend, OR
International Women’s Day (IWD) is celebrated annually across the world on March 8th, and WorldDenver is proud to host one of the largest IWD celebrations in the country. Join over 700 community and business leaders, elected officials, students & supporters as we celebrate women and girls’ success around the world. We invite you to be […]
The Latino Legacy Foundation Storytellers Series “Reach for the Stars!” Ellen Ochoa, Ph.D. First Latina Astronaut Presidential Medal of Freedom Honoree Festive Afternoon Welcome by Mariachi Amapolas—All Female Musicians
Back by popular demand, the Alturas Institute presents the 14th annual Conversations With Exceptional Women (In Person Only). The 2025 conference includes an extraordinary array of speakers from a multitude of industries, including law, film, arts, journalism, academia, government and business. This year’s speakers include, Dr. Fiona Hill, internationally renowned best-selling author, former national security adviser to […]
Kennedy Under the Stars returns on August 30, 2025 at 6:30pm for a celestial after-hours experience at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex! We are turning back the clock 25 years for some Y2K nostalgia. Join us for: Glow-in-the-Dark Retro Fun: Dance the night away at NASA Central’s techno glow party, enjoy early 2000s hits at […]
A Night to Remember Cipriani Wall Street 55 Wall St, New York, NY 10005 In the framework of our 2025 Hispanic Star Week, this Gala is an evening dedicated to elevating the Hispanic narrative, celebrating Latinos as an incredible economic force, and honoring those who have contributed the most to our community. It’s time to […]
