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Farmworker turned NASA astronaut talks success, ambition to South LA students
Students at Animo Legacy Charter Middle School in South Los Angeles had the opportunity Wednesday to meet and listen to Dr. Jose Hernandez, the farm worker turned NASA astronaut whose story is an inspiration to many.
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Former NASA astronaut shares story of determination
Former astronaut Jose Hernandez spoke to students in South LA to share his story as a former farm worker who earned a spot on Space Shuttle Discovery and encourage them to follow their dreams. Jonathan Gonzalez reports for NBC4 News on Nov. 29, 2023.
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NASA Announces Four Astronauts for Artemis II Mission
The crew will launch from Kennedy Space Center and orbit the moon for ten days in late 2024.
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‘This is Humanity's Crew': Artemis II Set to Fly Around Moon with Historic Group
NASA has named the four astronauts who will fly around the moon by the end of next year. Artemis II is the first moon crew to include a woman and someone not from the U.S.
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NASA and Axiom Space Unveil Spacesuits for Artemis III Moon Mission
NASA and Texas-based company Axiom Space unveiled a prototype of the new spacesuits astronauts will wear during the Artemis III mission.
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Astronaut Buzz Aldrin Marries Longtime Love on 93rd Birthday
Astronaut Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin, who was one of the first people to walk on the moon, has married his “longtime love” in a small ceremony in Los Angeles.
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First Mexican-Born Woman in Space is Inspiring Students to Beat the Odds
The first Mexican-born woman in space spoke to younger students to remind them that they can accomplish anything, just like she did.
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First Mexican-Born Woman in Space Talks to Students
First Mexican-born woman in space talks to students to remind them even when the odds are against you, you can still accomplish great things. Vikki Vargas reports for the NBC4 News on Dec. 6, 2022.