Women, Leadership, and Outer Space: An Evening with Astronaut Ellen Ochoa at Claremont McKenna College
2024-04-15

The Actuarial Foundation Virtual Gala
2024-05-09 17:00 - 18:00 UTC
Thursday, May 9, 2024
5:00-6:00 PM Central
You’re Invited!
Please join us for
The Actuarial Foundation 2024 Virtual Gala.
Please register soon as spots are filling up fast!
FREE REGISTERATION

The Sky’s the Limit with Astronaut Ellen Ochoa
2024-06-06 19:00 - 20:30
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 positions, and the way innovative change management can push a team—or entire organization—forward.
Join us for what is sure to be an unforgettable evening with one of America’s trailblazers.

American Psychological Association 4th Annual Dr. Jean Lau Chin Memorial Address to be given by Ellen Ochoa
2024-07-12
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Hispanic Heritage Day of Celebration
2024-09-21 14:00 - 14:45
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 read by the Illustrator of the book, Oliver Dominguez and while getting the opportunity to experience his illustration art up close.

Trailblazing in Space: Missions of Discovery & Diversity
2024-10-03 19:00
“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 an inspiring path — as a researcher, inventor, astronaut with four missions and director of NASA’s Johnson Space Center. Join us for a stirring presentation as Ochoa speaks about the frontiers of space and the importance of breaking barriers, from championing diversity in the STEM fields to expanding the culture of the corporate world.
Tickets
In-person $20 Reserve in-person tickets here
Livestream $5 Reserve livestream here
COCC students and staff are FREE. For complimentary in-person tickets email cgilbride@cocc.edu for promo code. For livestream, click Student Registration – FREE on the livestream page.
This event is presented by Discovery West with additional support from COCC’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion, Bend Science Station, Lonza, The Appel Family Fund of OCF, the Associated Students of COCC and the Maybelle Clark Macdonald Fund.

Discovery Corner Launch, Discovery West in Bend, OR
2024-10-05

WorldDenver International Women’s Day
2025-03-07
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 part of this growing movement!
Keynote Speaker: Ellen Ochoa
Link to informational .pdf

Latino Legacy Foundation Storytellers Series
2025-06-29
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

Alturas Institute Conversations with Exceptional Women
2025-08-20 - 2025-08-21
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 the president, and preeminent foreign affairs and national security expert; Dr. Ellen Ocho, author, recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the first Latina astronaut to fly in space, and the second woman to serve as NASA’s Director of the Johnson Space Center in Houston; Dr. Anna Malaika Tubbs, twice a New York Times’ best-selling and award-winning author; Bridgett Hunnicutt, award-winning film director; Marie Wetherell, the Boise-born and raised lawyer-turned-film actor; Dr. Caroline Heldman, national television commentator, academic, women’s rights leader, award-winning academic and author; Dr. Caitlin Gustafson, MD, an OBGYN at St. Luke’s and President, Idaho Coalition for Safe Healthcare Foundation, Payton McGriff, founder and CEO of Style Her Empowered (SHE), a 2024 CNN Hero and 2022 Idaho Woman of the Year; Karen Day, war correspondent, Emmy winning film director, author, publisher and founder of IdaHome Magazines, and Lisa Morton, former Dallas Cowboys cheerleader, Idaho’s only fully certified STOTT PILATES instructor who travels internationally to educate new students to become Pilates instructors, and a Maple Tree Cancer Alliance Certified Exercise Oncology Survivorship Trainer.
Dates and times: Wed. and Thu., Aug. 20 and 21, 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Location: Yanke building, Room 207
Cost: Early Bird Rate $165 (until July 18); $199 (July 19-August 1); $225 (if seats still available until August 15)
To register, click here: Conversations With Exceptional Women

Kennedy Under the Stars Astronaut Meet and Greet
2025-08-30 18:30 - 22:00
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 Gateway, or pop by the Rocket Garden for dance-offs and cosmic prizes
Stellar Costume Contest*: From aliens to astronauts, it’s time to show off!
Cosmic Glow Mini Golf: Grab a putter and enter a glowing miniature world in the Rocket Garden
Astronaut Meet-and-Greets: Meet veteran NASA astronauts Ellen Ochoa and Mike Foreman and hear real stories from space
Starry Night Learning: Explore the night sky with Florida Tech’s Ortega Observatory team and telescopes
STEAM cart: Enjoy hands-on learning with our Gateway STEAM team
Live Performers: Enjoy street performers throughout the park
Special themed food and drinks: Including a specialty cocktail for adults
Tickets are $65 and include parking. Food, beverages, and retail will be available for purchase. Annual Pass holders enjoy a 30% discount on all food, beverage, and retail purchases at the Space Shop during the event.
EVENT LINK

Honoree at Hispanic Star Gala
2025-10-30 16:30 - 21:30
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 raise awareness of The Hispanic Opportunity and support this resilient, innovative, hard-working, and full-of-values group, while we break through barriers and stereotypes to create a better future for all.
TICKET LINK
