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Sunday, March 12, 2023

The Voyager Club Returns To the Christa McAuliffe Space Center. Read About Saturday's Meeting and Learn About the Club's Departments. Imaginarium Theater

 


The Voyagers Learn About the Engineering Department from Jade Hansen

The Voyager Club is the name for the Christa McAuliffe Space Center's volunteering organization. The original Voyager Club started at the Space Center in the 1990's. Today's Voyager Club is composed of young space enthusiasts who share a common goal - to excite people to learn about space and what human space exploration offers mankind.

The Voyager Club at the Christa McAuliffe Space Center offers our cadets (members) an opportunity to learn about space and explore the unknown by expanding their understanding of the universe beyond Earth. The club's goal is to create a space faring civilization, because we know that human space exploration has the potential to inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers, and explorers to pursue careers in space-related fields, which could lead to technological advancements that benefit society as a whole. It also provides an opportunity to address important challenges facing humanity. By learning and promoting human space exploration, young people can help shape the future.

The Voyager Club blends science fiction and science to excite young people about space and to encourage them to excel in their school work. Science and science fiction have long been sources of inspiration for young people to learn more about space. Science provides the facts and the understanding of the physical laws that govern the universe, while science fiction offers the imagination and the possibility of what could be. By combining these two sources, young people are able to see beyond what is currently known and consider what may be possible in the future.

Science fiction stories, films, and TV shows often depict space travel, alien life, and futuristic technologies that capture the imaginations of young people and encourage them to learn more about space and science. In turn, this can inspire them to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields and contribute to the exploration and understanding of the universe.

Volunteering at the Space Center and / or working in a department is a requirement for membership in the club. Our Voyager cadets volunteer in both the starship simulators and the planetarium and can join any of the Center's four departments.

The Voyagers were introduced to the Space Center's support departments during the meeting. Each of the department heads spoke about their departments and encouraged the cadets to participate.

Engineering Department. Jade Hansen


Join the Engineering Department. If you're interested in engineering, space travel, and science fiction, this club is perfect for you. You'll have the opportunity to work on maintaining state-of-the-art starship simulators, complete with advanced propulsion systems, life-support technology, and other high-tech gadgets. You'll work with a team of like-minded individuals to ensure that the ship is in top condition for its next mission, whether that's exploring new planets, defending the galaxy from alien threats, or simply cruising through the stars. Join us today and be a part of shaping the future of space travel!

Writing Department. Brylee Perry

Are you passionate about writing and fascinated by the possibilities of futuristic space travel? Join the Writing Department and explore the endless possibilities of the universe through storytelling! As a member of our group, you'll have the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who share your love for writing and science fiction. Together, we'll create exciting stories and simulator missions that transport readers to distant stars and spark their imaginations. Whether you're an experienced writer or just starting out, our club provides a supportive and collaborative environment to develop your skills and unleash your creativity. Join us today and let's embark on a journey to the stars!

Acting Department: Tyler Weight and Kyla Hansen

Are you a lover of science fiction and the arts? Do you dream of exploring the vast expanse of space in the Voyager Club while honing your acting skills? If so, then our acting department is the perfect place for you!

Join us on a journey through the stars as we train actors to perform in theaters unlike any other - aboard the Space Center's futuristic starships. Our department specializes in science fiction theater, where you'll have the opportunity to bring our missions' favorite characters to life and immerse yourself in thrilling and imaginative storylines.

With our expert trainers, you'll develop a range of skills that will serve you both on stage in the simulators and off. From character development to stage combat, our training will equip you with everything you need to succeed as an starship actor.

And the best part? You'll be performing in a truly unique and exciting environment, surrounded by the wonders of outer space. You'll play a vital role in transporting our visitors to new worlds and new dimensions with every performance

So if you're ready to take your acting to the next level and embark on a thrilling journey through the stars, join us in our acting department today. The universe is waiting for you!


Media and Programming Department: Hayden Senske

Attention Voyagers! Are you interested in learning valuable skills that can help maintain our starship simulators and shape your future? Look no further than our media and programming department! We are seeking enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about programming and graphic design to join our team.

As a member of our department, you will have the opportunity to learn essential skills that can be applied to a variety of fields. You will have the chance to work with cutting-edge technology, and collaborate with like-minded individuals to create stunning visual content that will be used to maintain and enhance our starships.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced coder, our media club is the perfect place to develop your skills and take your knowledge to the next level. So why not join us today and become a part of our community of innovative thinkers, problem-solvers, and creators? Your contribution to our ships' maintenance and the Space Center will be greatly appreciated!

New Club Members were Introduced

New club members were introduced during the Voyager Club meeting on Saturday.  



The Newest Members of the Voyager Club were Introduced


Education in Every Meeting

Every Voyager Club meeting has time reserved for space education and exploration. Brylee Perry did a planetarium presentation for the cadets at Saturday's meeting. After her lesson, Mr. Porter did a demonstration of the planetarium's new laser show. Awesome is the only word for both planetarium presentations.



The cadets in the planetarium

The next Voyager Club meeting will be held in April.  Visit the Space Center's website to learn more about volunteering - the doorway into the Voyager Club.

Imaginarium Theater
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