Leland Melvin. Self: One Strange Rock. Leland Melvin was born in Lynchburg, Virginia to Deems and Grace Melvin. He graduated from Heritage High School and received a Bachelor of Science Degree in chemistry from the University of Richmond and a Master of Science Degree in Materials Science Engineering from the University of Virginia. Retired NASA astronaut Leland Melvin shares his passion for space and science with kids through online classes and events. He also reflects on his spaceflight …The upcoming documentary ‘Space Race’ tells the stories of the first black astronauts Ed Dwight and Leland Melvin detail the obstacles and lack of representation they faced in their pursuit of ...The following 8 files are in this category, out of 8 total. Leland Melvin (mission specialist).jpg 400 × 499; 36 KB. Leland Melvin Meets with Elementary Students (201102080001HQ) DVIDS759378.jpg 2,544 × 3,660; 3.12 MB. Leland Melvin Meets with Elementary Students (201102080002HQ) DVIDS839948.jpg 4,068 × 2,718; 1.61 MB. Former NASA Astronaut, Leland Melvin, is the only person drafted into the National Football League, NFL, to have flown in space. 1985. A two-time Honorable Mention All-American, Richmond wide receiver Leland Melvin holds the school record for career games with 100+ receiving yards (11). A co-captain of the 1985 Spiders, he ranks third in school history in career receiving yards (2,669) and career receptions (198); fourth in single-season touchdown catches (8), single ... Leland Melvin. Self: One Strange Rock. Leland Melvin was born in Lynchburg, Virginia to Deems and Grace Melvin. He graduated from Heritage High School and received a Bachelor of Science Degree in chemistry from the University of Richmond and a Master of Science Degree in Materials Science Engineering from the University of Virginia. Leland Melvin believes in reaching for the stars. Lynchburg native Leland Melvin seems to be everywhere. The retired NASA astronaut and one-time NFL draftee has logged more than 565 hours in space and served as a mission specialist on two Atlantis flights. Last year, he turned up on the Netflix series Dogs, with his beloved Rhodesian …Leland Melvin is an engineer, educator, former NASA astronaut and NFL wide receiver. He served on board the Space Shuttle Atlantis as a mission specialist on mission STS-122 (2008) and STS-129 (2009), helping to construct the International Space Station.Leland Melvin. 24,804 likes · 932 talking about this. www.lelandmelvin.com 1985. A two-time Honorable Mention All-American, Richmond wide receiver Leland Melvin holds the school record for career games with 100+ receiving yards (11). A co-captain of the 1985 Spiders, he ranks third in school history in career receiving yards (2,669) and career receptions (198); fourth in single-season touchdown catches (8), single ... 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Learn about his journey from football to space, his challenges and achievements, and his current …Leland Melvin is the author of Chasing Space (3.76 avg rating, 1111 ratings, 186 reviews, published 2017), Chasing Space (3.83 avg rating, 388 ratings, 7...Former NASA astronaut Leland Melvin wasn’t scared to serve on two Space Shuttle Atlantis missions to help build the International Space Station. But as a Black man, getting stopped by the police ...Leland Melvin is an engineer, educator, former NASA astronaut and NFL wide receiver. He served on board the space shuttle Atlantis as a mission specialist on missions STS-122 (2008) and STS-129 (2009), helping to construct the International Space Station. Upon hanging up his space boots, Melvin led NASA Education and co-chaired the White …1964. Leland Devon Melvin (born February 15, 1964 in Lynchburg, Virginia) is an American engineer and a retired NASA astronaut. He served on board the Space Shuttle Atlantis as a mission specialist on STS-122, and as mission specialist 1 on STS-129. Melvin was named the NASA Associate Administrator for Education in October 2010.Leland Melvin was born on February 15, 1964 (age 60) in Virginia, United States. He is a Celebrity Astronaut. Notable for his participation in the Space Shuttle Atlantis' STS-122 and STS-129 missions, this American astronaut became NASA's Associate Education Administrator in late 2010.NEW YORK, N.Y., May 19, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Retired pro football player Leland Melvin thought his road to the NFL was an incredible journey - until he climbed aboard the shuttle Atlantis ...Leland Melvin is the only person in human history to catch a pass in the National Football League and in space. Though his path to the heavens was riddled with setbacks and injury, Leland persevered to reach the stars. While training with NASA, Melvin suffered a severe injury that left him deaf. Leland was relegated to earthbound …Leland Melvin is a former NFL player, chemist, and retired NASA astronaut. He was born in Lynchburg, Virginia on February 15, 1964, to Deems and Grace Melvin. At an early age, he developed an interest in chemistry after his mom bought him a chemistry set. Melvin started playing football at age 7 and eventually became a standout wide …Leland Melvin is an engineer, educator, former NASA astronaut and NFL wide receiver. He served on board the Space Shuttle Atlantis as a mission specialist on mission STS-122 (2008) and STS-129 (2009), helping to construct the International Space Station.Former NASA Astronaut Leland Melvin on the “Overview Effect” CC. Share. Former NASA Astronaut Leland Melvin on the “Overview Effect” Former astronaut says …Nov 28, 2007 · Learn about Leland Melvin, a former NFL player and current NASA astronaut who flew on STS-122 mission to deliver the Columbus laboratory to the International Space Station. Find out his personal data, education, awards, and NASA experience. Melvin appeared on the National Geographic Show “Dog Whisperer” and according to a blurb about the show Jake and Scout wandered into Leland’s yard one day. They were on the show to help with ...Leland Melvin is the only person in human history to catch a pass in the National Football League and in space. Though his path from the gridiron to the heavens was riddled with setbacks and injury, Leland persevered to reach the stars. While training with NASA, Melvin suffered a severe injury that left him deaf. Leland was relegated to ...The Mississippi River is Drying Out | Extreme Earth. The U.S. Is in For A Dry Winter | Extreme Earth. 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Leland Devon Melvin (born February 15, 1964) is an American engineer and a retired NASA astronaut. He served on board the Space Shuttle Atlantis as a mission specialist on STS-122, and as mission specialist 1 on STS-129. Melvin was named the NASA Associate Administrator for Education in October 2010. Astronaut Leland Melvin, left, signs his name on a photograph of himself for John Warren, center, while Melvin's sister, Kathy Melvin Clarke and Warren's mother, Cheryl, look on at Amazement ...Engineer and philanthropist Leland Melvin made his way into the world of professional football and outer space. Explore his incredible journey.Subscribe to t...Leland Melvin was born on February 15, 1964 (age 60) in Virginia, United States. He is a Celebrity Astronaut. Notable for his participation in the Space Shuttle Atlantis' STS-122 and STS-129 missions, this American astronaut became NASA's Associate Education Administrator in late 2010.From left to right: Author Mike Bara, former FBI agent Chad Jenkins, and retired NASA astronaut Leland Melvin debunk Apollo conspiracies in the new Science Channel show "Truth Behind the Moon ..."In Chasing Space, Leland Melvin tackles stupendous obstacles with dogged determination, showing you what is indeed possible in life—if you belive."—Neil deGrasse Tyson, author of Astrophysics for People in a Hurry and Welcome to the Universe.. Winner of the 2019 Grand Canyon Reader Award for Tween Non-Fiction. …A veteran of two space flights, STS-122 in 2008, and STS-129 in 2009, Leland Melvin has logged over 565 hours in space. In October 2010, Melvin was named as associate administrator for the Office of Education. As associate administrator, Melvin was responsible for the development and implementation of NASA’s education programs that inspire ...Leland Melvin is a former NFL player, chemist, and retired NASA astronaut. He was born in Lynchburg, Virginia on February 15, 1964, to Deems and Grace Melvin. At an early age, he developed an interest in chemistry after his mom bought him a chemistry set. Melvin started playing football at age 7 and eventually became a standout wide …Melvin says he snuck his two dogs into the photo studio on the day of his portrait back in 2009, and they both ended up in the picture with him. A second photo taken during the photo shoot shows ...Astronaut Leland Melvin and former FBI agent Chad Jenkins investigate claims that the tragic fire on Apollo 1 that killed three astronauts was part of a top-secret government plan to fake the moon landing. Subscribe to discovery+ for $2.50/month for 3 month(s) and $4.99/month thereafter, or buy. Buy HD $2.99 ...Former NASA Astronaut, Leland Melvin, is the only person drafted into the National Football League, NFL, to have flown in space.LELAND D. MELVIN ASSOCIATE ADMINISTRATOR FOR EDUCATION NASA HEADQUARTERS (FORMER) PERSONAL DATA: Born February 15, 1964 in …Leland Melvin is the only person in history to catch a pass in the National Football League and in space. Though his path from the gridiron to the heavens was riddled with setbacks and injury, Leland persevered to reach the stars. While training with NASA, Leland suffered a severe injury that left him deaf. He was relegated to earthbound ...This week on Disrupted, we hear from two Black Americans who helped pave the way for the next generation of NASA astronauts and administrators. We’ll speak to NASA director Greg Robinson about the revolutionary James Webb space telescope and Astronaut Leland Melvin.Leland Melvin shares his journey from the NFL to NASA, where he became one of the first Black Americans to fly in space. He also talks about his new book, …Apr 16, 2023 · Astronaut Leland Melvin. Melvin's interest in STEM began early as a child in Lynchburg. Saturday, he told stories from his youth of turning an old Merita bread truck into an RV with his dad, so ... The Color of Space captures the personal stories of seven current and former Black astronauts, each selected to become part of NASA’s astronaut corps and train for space missions. Current NASA astronauts Stephanie Wilson, Victor Glover, Jeanette Epps, as well as retired astronauts Leland Melvin, Bernard Harris, Robert Curbeam, and …Astronaut Leland Melvin on his path from NFL to NASA 04:26. NASA astronaut Leland Melvin is one of just over 550 people ever to travel to space, but his path into orbit sets him apart.Leland Melvin is an astronaut, athlete, scientist, author and STEM educator. 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Deep space exploration is the final frontier and investment in space programs is accelerating progress for all mankind. Former astronaut Leland Melvin will give us a tour of the International Space Station and help students understand how math, science ...Learn about Leland Melvin's life, his spaceflight experiences and his passion for inspiring future space explorers. He shares his stories, insights and tips in …The upcoming documentary ‘Space Race’ tells the stories of the first black astronauts Ed Dwight and Leland Melvin detail the obstacles and lack of representation they faced in their pursuit of ...Leland Melvin believes in reaching for the stars. Lynchburg native Leland Melvin seems to be everywhere. The retired NASA astronaut and one-time NFL draftee has logged more than 565 hours in space and served as a mission specialist on two Atlantis flights. Last year, he turned up on the Netflix series Dogs, with his beloved Rhodesian …42min. TV-PG. 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He also served as the co-chair of the White House’s Federal Coordination …Leland Melvin is an engineer, educator, former NASA astronaut and NFL wide receiver. He served on board the Space Shuttle Atlantis as a mission specialist on mission STS-122 (2008) and STS-129 (2009), helping to construct the International Space Station.Leland Melvin has logged over 565 hours in space. In October 2010, Melvin was named as associate administrator for the Office of Education. As associate administrator, Melvin was responsible for the development and implementation of NASA’s education programs that inspire interest in science andMar 6, 2024 · Leland Melvin has logged more than 550 hours in space. The former NASA astronaut is a University of Richmond alumnus who played football at the school and was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the ... The Color of Space captures the personal stories of seven current and former Black astronauts, each selected to become part of NASA’s astronaut corps and train for space missions. Current NASA astronauts Stephanie Wilson, Victor Glover, Jeanette Epps, as well as retired astronauts Leland Melvin, Bernard Harris, Robert Curbeam, and …Melvin added that in a world full of complexity, the scientific method teaches us to "be curious to solve problems, and build things, and create things." Retired NASA astronaut Leland Melvin (with his 2 dogs) talked with Space.com about his latest course for kids, and the in-space educational event he once did celebrating Black history.By Sara Barnes on April 21, 2015. In 2009, astronaut Leland Melvin was photographed for his official NASA portrait. But instead of it just being of him, he brought along his two rescue dogs named Jake and Scout. The endearing images that followed show that while the canines can behave when they want, sometimes they just can't contain their ...Read 72 reviews from the world’s largest community for readers. Meet Leland Melvin—football star, NASA astronaut, and professional dream chaser. Bill Nye t…Aug 31, 2020 · Former NASA astronaut Leland Melvin wasn’t scared to serve on two Space Shuttle Atlantis missions to help build the International Space Station. But as a Black man, getting stopped by the police ... Leland Melvin (Author of Chasing Space) Discover new books on Goodreads. See if your friends have read any of Leland Melvin's books. Join …Retired NASA astronaut Leland Melvin shares his passion for space and science with kids through online classes and events. He also reflects on his spaceflight …Feb 19, 2024 · National Geographic's new documentary, produced by Melvin, uncovers the history of Black engineers and scientists who made early space exploration possible. 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Explore his incredible journey.Subscribe to t...Selected by NASA in June 1998, Melvin reported for training in August 1998. Since then he has been assigned to NASA's Astronaut Office Space Station Operations Branch, and the Education Department at NASA Headquarters, Washington, D.C. As co-manager of NASA's Educator Astronaut Programme, Leland Melvin traveled across the country, engaging ...Leland Melvin is the author of Chasing Space (3.76 avg rating, 1111 ratings, 186 reviews, published 2017), Chasing Space (3.83 avg rating, 388 ratings, 7...Mundane tasks suddenly become extremely complex in space. I spoke with former NASA astronaut Leland Melvin, who flew two missions to space, to learn about how astronauts handle the day-to-day.Leland Melvin is an astronaut, athlete, scientist, author and STEM educator. He served as a head of NASA Education, White House STEM Task Force co-chair, and US representative on the International ...Mar 6, 2024 · Leland Melvin has logged more than 550 hours in space. The former NASA astronaut is a University of Richmond alumnus who played football at the school and was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the ... Celebrating Black History. My name is Leland Melvin. I am an engineer, snowboarder, chemist, musician, former NFL player, astronaut, and the Associate Administrator for Education at NASA. I am also Black History. Black History Month celebrates the combined experiences and achievements of all African-American people.Dec 28, 2023 · Leland D. Melvin. Leland Devon Melvin (born February 15, 1964) is an American engineer and a retired NASA astronaut. He served on board the Space Shuttle Atlantis as a mission specialist on STS-122, and as mission specialist 1 on STS-129. Melvin was named the NASA Associate Administrator for Education in October 2010. The presence of a link is not an endorsement of STEAMography or Leland Melvin. When users follow a link to an outside Web site, they are leaving STEAMography and are subject to the privacy and security policies of the owners/sponsors of the outside Web site(s). We are not responsible for the information collection practices of any other site.January 23, 2024. Leland Melvin, a UVA master’s alumnus and astronaut, autographs the sleeve of a young fan’s spacesuit. (Photo by Tom Daly) Wide-eyed spectators packed the Rice Hall auditorium last week to get a sneak peek at a new documentary about Black astronauts, but the real draw was one of the film’s stars: University of Virginia ...Jul 4, 2020 · Leland Melvin: I was 5 months old when the Civil Rights Act was passed in 1964 while growing up in a southern VA town named Lynchburg. I watched the SpaceX crew Dragon launch from NASA Kennedy ... The following is excerpted from Chasing Space by Leland Melvin. On my first day of spacewalk training in NASA ‘s Neutral Buoyancy Laboratory at the Johnson Space Center, the future loomed in ... 1985. A two-time Honorable Mention All-American, Richmond wide receiver Leland Melvin holds the school record for career games with 100+ receiving yards (11). A co-captain of the 1985 Spiders, he ranks third in school history in career receiving yards (2,669) and career receptions (198); fourth in single-season touchdown catches (8), single ... Leland Melvin: I was 5 months old when the Civil Rights Act was passed in 1964 while growing up in a southern VA town named Lynchburg. I watched the SpaceX crew Dragon launch from NASA Kennedy ...A former wide receiver for the Detroit Lions, Leland Melvin is an engineer and NASA astronaut. He served on the space shuttle Atlantis as a mission specialist and was named the NASA Associate Administrator for Education in October 2010. He also served as the cochair on the White House’s Federal Coordination in Science, …Leland Melvin is an engineer, educator, author, former NASA astronaut and NFL wide receiver. He served on board the Space Shuttle Atlantis as a mission specialist on mission STS-122 (2008) and STS-129 (2009), helping to construct the International Space Station.However, when Melvin dropped a touchdown pass in the end zone during his high school’s homecoming game, he was discouraged. After the play, his coach told him “Leland, I believe in you… get back out there and catch the ball.” Melvin did, which resulted in a $180,000 scholarship to the University of Richmond.Learn about Leland Melvin, a former NFL player and current NASA astronaut who flew on STS-122 mission to deliver the Columbus laboratory to the International Space Station. Find out his …A police stop could have cost former NASA astronaut Leland Melvin his career in space before he ever got started. Melvin, who was never afraid launching into …Melvin Leland is the first NFL player to fly in space. He pursued his passion for building and went on to NASA and is now a mentor ... Melvin as a boy did not have many black astronauts to look up ...Leland Melvin is the only person in human history to catch a pass in the National Football League and in space. Though his path to the heavens was riddled with setbacks and injury, Leland persevered to reach the stars. While training with NASA, Melvin suffered a severe injury that left him deaf. Leland was relegated to earthbound …However, when Melvin dropped a touchdown pass in the end zone during his high school’s homecoming game, he was discouraged. After the play, his coach told him “Leland, I believe in you… get back out there and catch the ball.” Melvin did, which resulted in a $180,000 scholarship to the University of Richmond.May 23, 2017 · Chasing Space Young Readers' Edition. Hardcover – May 23, 2017. by Leland Melvin (Author) 4.8 213 ratings. See all formats and editions. "In Chasing Space, Leland Melvin tackles stupendous obstacles with dogged determination, showing you what is indeed possible in life—if you belive." —Neil deGrasse Tyson, author of Astrophysics for ... The documentary series, hosted by Will Smith, tells the story of Earth from the perspectives of the former astronauts. Tonight, the former NFL football-player-turned-astronaut Leland Melvin takes ...Leland Melvin and Will.i.am Arrive at JPL August 05, 2012 Astronaut, Leland Melvin escorts Will.i.am into JPL at the beginning of the Curiosity Landing Night event. Credits NASA/JPL-Caltech ENLARGE. Downloads. Original (1500x1111) 192 KB. image/jpeg. Download. Embed. Leland Melvin tells the story of the challenges he's accepted and the opportunities he's seized -- and how they led him to the International Space Station and a whole new perspective of life on earth. 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At an early age, he developed an interest in chemistry after his mom bought him a chemistry set. Melvin started playing football at age 7 and eventually became a standout wide receiver in ... Leland Melvin is the only person in human history to catch a pass in the National Football League and in space. Though his path from the gridiron to the heavens was riddled with setbacks and injury, Leland persevered to reach the stars. While training with NASA, Melvin suffered a severe injury that left him deaf. Leland was relegated to ...You may recognize retired astronaut Leland Melvin from his famous 2009 NASA portrait with his two dogs, Jake and Scout. Or maybe you've seen him on the Lifetime channel hosting Child Genius. But ... LELAND MELVIN. Leland Melvin was 25 feet under water in the Neutral Buoyancy Laboratory, a 6 million gallon pool, training to perform spacewalks as a NASA astronaut when he called the test director and asked him to turn the volume up in his headset. 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Upon hanging up his space boots, he led NASA Education and co-chaired the White House’s Federal Coordination in STEAM Education …Mar 6, 2024 · Leland Melvin has logged more than 550 hours in space. The former NASA astronaut is a University of Richmond alumnus who played football at the school and was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the ... When NASA astronaut Leland Melvin was assigned to a space shuttle mission in 2008, he was told he could bring his family for the official photo shoot wearing the famous orange “pumpkin suit.” They didn’t say two-legged or four-legged, and although dogs are not allowed on base at NASA, family is family.Leland Melvin. 24,433 likes · 803 talking about this. www.lelandmelvin.comLeland Melvin is an engineer, educator, author, former NASA astronaut and NFL wide receiver. He served on board the Space Shuttle Atlantis as a mission specialist on mission STS-122 (2008) and STS-129 (2009), helping to construct the International Space Station.It was great talking about Space & 2024 on @cnn this morning with @johnberman and @adamfrankscience This year we will explore salty oceans of Jupiter's...It was great talking about Space & 2024 on @cnn this morning with @johnberman and @adamfrankscience This year we will explore salty oceans of Jupiter's...About Leland Melvin. Leland Melvin served on board the Space Shuttle Atlantis as a mission specialist on mission STS-122 in 2008 and STS-129 in 2009, helping to construct the International Space Station. Upon hanging up his space boots, he led NASA Education and co-chaired the White House’s Federal Coordination in STEAM Education …Feb 19, 2015 · The keynote speaker will be former NASA astronaut Leland Melvin, veteran of space shuttle missions STS-122 and STS-129. The event is scheduled for 10-11 a.m. at Marshall’s Activities Building 4316. The theme of this year’s Black History Month is “A Century of Black Life, History, and Culture.” Retired astronaut Leland Melvin says a lot of astronaut food is actually pretty tasty. On Earth, retired astronaut Leland Melvin is a foodie. During his two trips to the International Space Station with NASA, he managed to eat pretty well. "You sometimes lose your sense of taste in space, but I did not," he told Insider.Leland Melvin: This former NASA astronaut was born in 1964 and is known for his work on two Space Shuttle missions. He also served as the co-chair of the White House’s Education Task Force under President Barack Obama.Engineer and philanthropist Leland Melvin made his way into the world of professional football and outer space. Explore his incredible journey.Subscribe to t...When Leland Melvin was 8 years old, his mom gave him a chemistry set — igniting his passion for both science and experiential learning. Melvin, former NASA astronaut and NFL wide receiver, gave Elon University’s Baird lecture on March 31. In 1986, Melvin joined the NFL and was selected by the Detroit Lions during the NFL college draft.In Chasing Space, Leland Melvin, the former NASA astronaut, shares this remarkable trajectory of his life. En route he tackles stupendous obstacles with dogged determination, showing you what is indeed possible in life—if you believe.”. — Neil deGrasse Tyson, Astrophysicist at the American Museum of Natural History and author of ...Leland Melvin has logged over 565 hours in space. In October 2010, Melvin was named as associate administrator for the Office of Education. 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