The Women of NASA (WON) Langley Reseach Center (LaRC) website!
The WON LaRC website showcases diversified, professional (civil service)
women from NASA Langley Research Center (LaRC) many of which support
NASA outreach programs such as the LaRC Federal Women's Program
Committee, the LaRC Speakers Bureau, the HEP@NASA LaRC program, and
LaRC Diversity Awareness Committee.
Read the WON profiles of the diverse women working at our NASA center
and some of the reviews from their student/teacher/parent visitors. Don't
forget to frequently visit this page to read about the latest participants
since this list of profiles is sure to grow! http://oeop.larc.nasa.gov/fwp/won/
These websites are in line with the mission of GWW...
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Whirly Girls are a diverse group of women spread throughout the world with
one glorious thing in common – they hold licenses to fly helicopters. The
Whirly-Girls organization is a non-profit, educational and charitable
organization dedicated to advancing women in helicopter aviation through
the industry’s largest pool of annual scholarships while providing women
helicopter pilots a forum for the exchange of information and opportunities.
Many great links to information and the sponsors for the Women Fly!
Event, which took place at the Museum of Flight in Seattle, WA, on March
16, 2007. It's a Special Event for Young Women Interested in Aviation and
Aerospace Careers.
...for the grown-up sites that support GWW see VIP links
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The Aviation Programs at Ohio State have been graduating professionals
since 1943. They offer a number of degree programs designed to match
your interests and abilities and prepare you for an Aviation Career.
Currently the Aviation Major is offered by 3 Colleges offering 2
Specializations, Aircraft Systems, (Professional Pilot) and Aviation
Management. No matter which Specialization or College you choose, you
will receive the opportunities, and the education of a world-class University.
Aviation at The Ohio State University Degree Options for your Education and Career
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Founded in 1982, SPACE CAMP® will be celebrating its 25th Anniversary in
2007. Our entire summer season will be filled with many added activities
and events, including weekly astronaut appearances, special
commemorative graduation items, fun historical photos and much more. It’
s a great opportunity for Space Camp alumni to visit old friends, or new
campers to enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime anniversary Space Camp experience!
SPACE CAMP uses space as a platform to excite and educate children ages
9 through 18, in the fields of math, science and technology with programs
from 3-13 days, during which teamwork, self-confidence and
communication will be achieved through state-of-the-art simulations,
missions, rocket-building and robotics.
See also:
During World War II, a select group of young women pilots became
pioneers, heroes, and role models...They were the Women Airforce Service
Pilots, WASP, the first women in history trained to fly American military
aircraft. In memory of those we have lost and in honor of those we still
cherish... WELCOME TO WASP on the WEB, a site dedicated to sharing the
history of the Women Airforce Service Pilots of World War II, and shining a
light on the inspirational stories of their lives before, during and after WWII.
Careers in Aviation advances aerospace education and employment by
fostering scholarships, by connecting students with available assistance,
and by encouraging the aviation industry, professional associations,
government agencies, and the educational community to work together
effectively supporting aviation and space career development programs.
PlaneMercantile Aviation Gifts is the online store for one of
This store is owned by Barbara Schultz, who spends a lot
is the online store for one of PlaneMercantile Aviation of
time searching for true aviation memorabilia. She even of
time searching for true aviation memorabilia. She even has
a pair of the original "Rosie the Riveter" overalls! Check
out her store - it is lots of fun!
YAA's mission is to introduce girls and boys to the exciting
world of aviation, unraveling the wonder and mystery of
flight, in a high-quality, engaging, half day, educational
program, which is held twice a year at the Ohio State
University Airport . YAA is expanding and also offers a
program in Cincinnati, Ohio.
We use aviation to entertain and educate girls about their limitless opportunities for personal growth.
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YAA uses real aircraft in a fast paced, hands-on format designed to be
interesting, fun and educational. They also have downloadable materials
available that other organizations may incorporate into their educational
programs.
Would you like to add a link or add Girls With Wings to your site? Email.
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FlightScholarship.info A comprehensive list of own
application deadline. Amounts may vary from year to
year. Some awards may not be given every year.
Contact the issuer for application or more info. The
scholarships listed on this site are mostly one time
awards of $250-$3,000 to help defray the cost of
flight training for a pilot certificate or rating.
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Learn a little 'bout life on the road as a pilot!
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Filmed in hangars and homes, at
restaurants and on ramps, A Pilot's Story
tells the story of flight in the words of
pilots themselves. What it means to fly
an airplane all alone for the first time.
What it means to fly an airplane for the
last time. The easy rapport one can have with a person who is a
complete stranger but for the shared experience of flying.
The EAA Young Eagles
program was launched
in 1992 to give
interested young
people, ages 8 - 17, an
opportunity to go flying
in a general aviation
airplane. These flights
are offered free of
charge and are made
possible through the
generosity of EAA
member volunteers.
AcademyWomen was founded in
2003 as a nonprofit organization
dedicated to supporting the
professional and personal growth
of women from the nation’s
officer development programs.
AcademyWomen believes that mentoring is a fundamental, irreplaceable
factor in helping individuals develop exceptional skills, character and
leadership capabilities. This perspective has led us to develop our
eMentor Leadership Program, a cutting-edge mentoring program where
mentees receive guidance, career counseling and support from more
experienced active duty and veteran women leaders.