NASA Astronauts to Engage Ohio Students Live from Space on Aug. 27

URGENT UPDATE: NASA astronauts Michael Fincke and Zena Cardman will connect with students in Canton, Ohio on August 27, 2025, at 10:15 a.m. EDT. The duo will answer prerecorded questions from students aboard the International Space Station (ISS), inspiring the next generation in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

This live Earth-to-space call will stream on NASA’s Learn With NASA YouTube channel, bringing the excitement of space exploration directly to high school students at the STEM Academy at Glen Oak High School. The event aims to illustrate the challenges and wonders of engineering and technology, encouraging students to engage with the field in new and innovative ways.

Media outlets wishing to cover this historic event must RSVP by 5 p.m. EDT on August 25. Interested parties can contact Mary Beddell at 330-492-3500 or via email at [email protected].

This initiative is part of NASA’s ongoing efforts to foster interest in STEM education. For nearly 25 years, astronauts have lived aboard the ISS, conducting vital research that benefits life on Earth and paves the way for future deep-space missions.

With NASA’s Artemis campaign set to send astronauts back to the Moon, this event also underscores the agency’s commitment to preparing for future human exploration of Mars. The call will not only showcase real-time communication from space but also highlight the critical role of education in inspiring innovation and discovery.

Be sure to tune in to this groundbreaking event and witness the intersection of education and space exploration. Follow the link for more information on NASA’s in-flight education initiatives: NASA In-Flight Education Calls.

Stay tuned for updates as this exciting event approaches, and mark your calendars for a front-row seat to the wonders of space!