USF Honors Students Explore Space and Sustainability at Cape Canaveral

This spring, students from the University of South Florida (USF) Judy Genshaft Honors College visited the Kennedy Space Center at Cape Canaveral, Florida. The trip, organized by undergraduate student assistant Alex Lewis and Honors Student Engagement Coordinator Daniel Woods, was part of a learning initiative for the Tampa Honors Living Learning Community (LLC). It aimed to give students a direct experience of NASA's engineering, technology, and history.

During their visit, the students learned about space exploration and the scientific principles of the universe. The program was designed for students studying engineering, environmental sciences, physics, and math, and those interested in history. It also encouraged networking, allowing students to meet peers from different academic backgrounds.

After visiting the space center, the group went to Cocoa Beach to participate in a beach cleanup, helping local sustainability efforts. This activity highlighted the importance of environmental stewardship and offered hands-on experience in wildlife preservation. The area's diverse wildlife, including nesting turtles, dolphins, and manatees, provided a practical learning context.

A notable moment was meeting Sweetie, a blind alligator at Cocoa Beach, which underscored the importance of wildlife conservation. The organizers, Lewis and Woods, appreciated the students' active participation in both educational and community service activities.

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