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.Ìý

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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. Ìý

Core IdealsÌý

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’s continual growth and future goals. Through regular connections with participants, alumni, and leaders in the field, we have built – 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.Ìý

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.Ìý

There are five main pillars of The Smead Program that contribute to leadership, impact, and community.Ìý

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  2. Faculty FellowsÌý
  3. Byram Distinguished Visiting ProfessorÌý
  4. Smead Chair of Space TechnologyÌý
  5. Smead Post-Doctoral FellowÌýÌý

Inclusive Excellence in The Smead ProgramÌý

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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Shaylah Mutschler

“I’m part of a tight-knit community with a real support system. As Smead Scholars, we’re encouraged to collaborate and offered opportunities to attend workshops and events to explore different areas. We have true cheerleaders in aerospace.â€

-Shaylah Mutschler
2015 Smead Scholar