NASA Names Two Artemis II Astronauts to Emeritus Program
Following their landmark Artemis II mission earlier this year, distinguished NASA astronauts Victor Glover and Reid Wiseman are transitioning in September to emeritus status at the agency’s Johnson Space Center in Houston. In an emeritus role, individuals with a high degree of technical and professional knowledge can continue to support the agency by donating their […] The post NASA Names Two…
NASA has announced that astronauts Victor Glover and Reid Wiseman, who recently returned from the Artemis II mission, are entering an emeritus program as of September. The emeritus program allows highly skilled and experienced astronauts to continue supporting the agency by providing mentorship and training to the current workforce.
Glover and Wiseman were selected to lead the Artemis II mission, which successfully tested the crewed version of NASA's Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and the Orion spacecraft on a lunar orbit mission. This mission marked the first time humans traveled to lunar orbit in over 50 years and traveled farther into space than anyone had before.
As part of their emeritus roles, Glover and Wiseman will share their expertise in areas such as aerospace, leadership, and public service. Glover, who has experience as a naval aviator and test pilot, will focus on supporting aerospace and leadership efforts, while Wiseman, a former chief astronaut, will assist with various missions and projects.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman praised the astronauts' leadership and commitment, stating that their contributions have advanced the agency's mission and inspired others. Wyche, director of NASA's Johnson Space Center, expressed gratitude for their service and the impact they have made throughout their careers.
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