SUMMARY: John Bailey has been appointed as the new director of NASA's Stennis Space Center, taking on the role after serving as acting director since January. The center is a key hub for aerospace and technology development, with a workforce of over 5,200 and a focus on propulsion testing. Bailey has over 30 years of federal service and previously held leadership roles at NASA Stennis. He is committed to supporting NASA's missions and initiatives, as well as expanding partnerships with commercial aerospace companies. Bailey's appointment signifies an exciting time for NASA Stennis as they continue to play a vital role in space exploration.

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SUMMARY: Five Pearl River Community College students have been awarded the Mississippi Space Grant Consortium STEM Student Stipend Award for 2024, receiving $750 each. The recipients were selected based on their involvement in the STEM Club, coursework, service to the school and community, and recommendations by instructors. The students, Noah Bowman, Brennin Carlisle, Mason Holladay, Destiny Taylor, and Sydney Thornton, expressed gratitude for the award and shared their educational and career goals. The PRCC Space Grant program, affiliated with the MSSGC, aims to empower students in STEM fields through NASA's mission. The program also supports various STEM-related activities and projects.

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SUMMARY: University of Southern Mississippi students, in collaboration with Rotolo Consultants Inc. and the Physical Plant, celebrated Earth Day by planting six donated trees on the Gulf Park Campus. Botany Professor Danielle Cotton led the event, teaching students proper tree care and planting techniques. The event emphasized the importance of trees in providing oxygen, habitat for wildlife, and shade to cool local environments. The trees were planted with the goal of beautifying the campus and supporting research on how different tree species respond to climate change. Overall, the event highlighted the commitment of faculty, staff, and students to protect the environment for future generations.

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