Important Information Competition Rules and Guidelines Student Exhibits Students do not need to submit an abstract. Contact Information Stephanie Halton Phone:(435) 797-4318 Email: stephanie.halton@usurf.usu.edu Important Dates Student Paper Deadline April 13, 2010 Notification of Paper Acceptance May 21, 2010 Student & Judge Reception August 10, 2010 Student Presentations August 11, 2010 Student Scholarships Awarded August 11, 2010 Co-Chairs Scholarship Chair: Gwynne Shotwell, Space Exploration Technologies Technical Chair: Stanley Kennedy Jr., Comtech AeroAstro, Inc.

The Student Scholarship Competition provides students with the opportunity to share their work on small satellite concepts and missions. Scholarships are awarded to competition finalists presenting at the Small Satellite Conference.

Papers may be presented on relevant study and research related to:

• Small satellites, their subsystems and payloads
• Mission concepts
• Related infrastructure (launch vehicles or ground systems)

Concepts (actual or proposed) may include hardware, uniquely applicable software, or mission results that serve to advance the state of the art or broaden the application of small satellites.

Participation is open to all full-time undergraduate and graduate students pursuing a degree in an engineering or scientific discipline at an accredited college or university.

The Small Satellite Conference welcomes all students and encourages them to participate, whether they are presenting a paper or simply attending the Conference. With industry professionals, researchers, and exhibitors in attendance, the Conference is an excellent opportunity to make contacts while learning more about career opportunities and job demands. Attendees are encouraged to share their experiences and knowledge with the students who will soon be entering the expanding workforce.

Student Paper Deadline April 13, 2010

Competition Rules and Guidelines

Scholarships

The number and dollar value of the scholarships are determined on a yearly basis. A fund drive occurs each year in the industry and significant response is expected. Gwynne Shotwell leads the scholarship fund drive and the Utah State University Research Foundation acts as fiduciary. Scholarships will be awarded at the conference and the funds will be sent to the winners. Past scholarships have ranged from $500 (honorable mention) to $10,000 (1st Place).

Companies or individuals who wish to contribute to the Student Scholarship Competition fund should contact Gwynne Shotwell at gwynne@spacex.net or complete and return the contribution form (below).

Scholarship Contribution Form

Previous Scholarship Recipients

Expenses

Student authors are required to register for the Conference at a reduced, all-inclusive registration fee of $150. This fee covers admission, breaks, CD-ROM Proceedings, Conference giveaway and lunch tickets. Authors must provide their own transportation and lodging.