The Smead Program
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The Smead Program develops exceptional scholars and faculty in aerospace to be well-rounded leaders who push the limits of engineering and science innovation to build a better future. Our strong community builds and supports personal and professional growth, leadership, and impact.听
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The Smead Program is a community where creating lasting leadership and impact in aerospace engineering sciences is paramount. We deliver academic and professional experiences for our scholars and faculty that enable them to become technical and decision-making leaders of today and tomorrow.鈥
Core Ideals听
The Smead Program consists of scholars and faculty internationally recognized for their research and character. The Smead Program is a strong community who support one another鈥檚 continual growth and future goals. Through regular connections with participants, alumni, and leaders in the field, we have built 鈥 and continue to grow - a diverse network in the fields of industry, academia, and government. Our scholars, alumni, and faculty are building the future of Aerospace Engineering and Science.听
The Smead Program is focused on leaders who will make an impact that benefits not only the aerospace community, but the future of humanity. The Smead Program is governed by The Smead Program Steering Committee and informed by the Smead Department of Aerospace Engineering Sciences, College of Engineering and Applied Science, and program participants.听
There are five main pillars of The Smead Program that contribute to leadership, impact, and community.听
- 厂肠丑辞濒补谤蝉听
- Faculty Fellows听
- Byram Distinguished Visiting Professor听
- Smead Chair of Space Technology听
- Smead Post-Doctoral Fellow听听
Inclusive Excellence in The Smead Program听
The Smead Program is committed to developing and supporting leaders who positively impact the future through leading diverse teams and growing an inclusive culture within aerospace engineering and sciences.
What does it mean to be a Smead Scholar?
Full tuition coverage
Monthly salary
Yearly $5,000 stipend
Annual travel stipend
Annual research symposium in Vail
Access to aerospace industry leaders
Professional development, leadership growth, and essential professional skills training
Dedicated staff support
Life as a Smead Fellow
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#1
Public University
in NASA Funding
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175,000 ft2
Dedicated Aerospace Building
Opened 2019
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$33.3 M
in New Research
for FY 2023
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2nd
Largest Aerospace
Economy in USA
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