Category: Event

When
Monday, May 22, 2017
6:00pm – 8:00pm

Where
Elliott School of International Affairs
1957 E St NW
Washington, DC 20052

Space Policy Institute and the Planetary Society of Washington, DC co-hosted an evening discussion on space policy and the history of advocacy in a non-partisan manner. They were joined by noted space historian (and SPI alum) Jason Callahan and advocacy expert Matt Renninger.

When
Tuesday, May 16, 2017
5:00pm – 9:00pm

Where
Elliott School of International Affairs
1957 E St NW
Washington, DC 20052

In partnership with the Secure World Foundation and the Harris Corporation, the Space Policy Institute hosted a reception for the U.S. and Japanese government delegations to the “Fourth Comprehensive Dialogue on Space.” These talks covered a broad range of civil and security space cooperation between the two countries.

When
Thursday, March 30, 2017
1:00pm – 5:00pm

Where
Capitol Hill Holiday Inn
550 C Street SW
Washington, DC 20024

Presented by The Space Policy Institute and Universities Space Research Association

How Can Evolving SSA Capabilities Contribute To Science, Commerce, And Security?

The term Space Situational Awareness (SSA) refers to the ability to view, understand and predict the physical location of natural and manmade objects (like satellites) in orbit around the Earth, with the objective of avoiding collisions.

The Space Situational Awareness Symposium organized by the Universities Space Research Association and the Space Policy Institute offers a platform for discussion of issues at various levels. It addresses the question of “How can Evolving SSA Capabilities Contribute to Science, Commerce, and Security.”

It zeroes in on the intersection of military functions that address threats from space objects and the needs of the commercial space industries which need reliable and efficient data for the safety of satellite operations. It also examines the intersection of domestic and international space policy, the dual role of the civil and military agencies, the role of policy makers, of the technical community and their impact on space policy.

Some of the questions the Symposium proposes to address are:

• What are the technology innovations that can give the United States a competitive edge?
• Should the United States make data available to other countries? How can we share data with other countries?
• What kind of data processing capabilities do we have to characterize objects as they fly through space?
• When is it safe to launch— and how do we avoid collisions after reaching space?
• What are the role of civil and military agencies in space situational awareness?
• How can the commercial space industry share data with the Air Force and the Department of Defense? How can academia help promote better cooperation?
• And finally, how can developing nations who are impacted by US space policies but who don’t have their own space programs, get included in international discussions?

Conference Schedule

1:00 P.M. Welcome and Introductory Remarks

• Jeff Isaacson, USRA President and CEO
• Scott Pace, Director, Space Policy Institute

1:10 P.M. Frederick A. Tarantino Memorial Address

• Maj. Gen. Roger W. Teague, Director, Space Programs, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Acquisition, U.S. Department of Defense

2:00 P.M. National Security and International Developments

• Lt. Col. Jeremy Raley, Program Manager, DARPA Tactical Technology Office.
• Richard Buenneke, Senior Advisor for National Security Space Policy, Office of Emerging Security Challenges, U.S. Department Of State
• Thomas Cooley, Senior Scientist for Space Situational Awareness, Air Force Research Laboratory
• Douglas Hendrix, Chief Executive Officer, Exoanalytic Solutions

3:15 P.M. Coffee Break

3:45 P.M. Civil and Commercial Developments

• George Nield, Associate Administrator for Commercial Space Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration
• Lauri Newman, Conjunction Assessment Risk Analysis Manager, Goddard Space Flight Center, NASA
• Stacie Williams, Program Officer, Remote Sensing and Imaging Physics Air Force Office of Scientific Research
• T.S. Kelso, Senior Research Astrodynamicist, Center For Space Standards And Innovation, Analytical Graphics Inc.
• Brian Weeden, Director of Program Planning, Secure World Foundation

5:00 P.M. Invitation to the Reception

• Steve Ackerman, Chair, USRA Council of Institutions

This event is by invitation only. Please contact spi@gwu.edu with questions.

When
Tuesday, February 28, 2017
7:00pm – 8:30pm

Where
Elliott School of International Affairs
1957 E St NW
Suite 505
Washington, DC 20052

Presented by Casey Dreier

The George Washington University Space Policy Institute, in cooperation with the DC chapter of the Planetary Society, is pleased to announce a space policy lecture and discussion with the Planetary Society’s Director of Space Policy, Casey Dreier. The event will take place at the Elliott School of International Affairs building at 1957 E Street NW Room 505 in downtown Washington, DC.

To RSVP, please email spi@gwu.edu, as space is limited.

When
Wednesday, February 22, 2017
4:00pm – 5:00pm

Where
Elliott School of International Affairs
1957 E St NW
Suite 403
Washington, DC 20052

Presented by Dr. Bleddyn Brown

The Space Policy Institute is excited to host Dr. Bleddyn Bowen on February 22nd from 4pm to 5pm for a brief seminar titled, The Wrath of Mahan: Space Warfare on the Cosmic Coastline. This lecture will address such questions as

• How is it best to think about the role of the command of space in grand strategy?
• How effective can astro-economic warfare ever be?
• What are the universal consequences of the spread of spacepower on Earth?

We hope you’ll join us at 1957 E Street NW Suite 403 for Dr. Bowen’s presentation followed by a Q&A discussion. To RSVP, please email spi@gwu.edu, noting your title and industry/organization affiliation.

When
Wednesday, November 2, 2016
6:30pm – 9:00pm

Where
Elliott School of International Affairs
1957 E St NW
Suite 602
Washington, DC 20052

Hosted by the Space Policy Institute at the Elliott School of International Affairs, The Space Foundation and Space Policy Institute Networking Reception will be an ideal opportunity for the next generation of space policy makers to network with and learn from members of the Space Foundation Board of Directors, as well as other local players in the space industry. Bring business cards if you have them! Light refreshments will be provided.

Please register at nov2.kintera.org if you would like to attend, as space is limited!

Graduate students interested in space careers, recent alumni, and other young space professionals are strongly encouraged to attend this event.

When
Friday, October 21, 2016
9:00am – 5:00pm

Where
Elliott School of International Affairs
1957 E St NW
Suite 602
Washington, DC 20052

“Connectivity Is The Revolution!” is a one day thought leadership forum examining how to accelerate village connectivity with the possibility of positively impacting a billion people over the next decade.

Speakers
World Bank
US. Department of State
International Finance Corporation
Google
Facebook
SES
O3B Satellite Network
ManSat
Bluetown
Dentons
Global Connect

When
Friday, September 9, 2016
9:00am – 1:00pm

Where
Elliott School of International Affairs
1957 E St NW
Washington DC 20052

On September 9th, 2016, the George Washington University Space Policy Institute will partner with the Mansfield Foundation on a public seminar discussing the path forward for U.S.-Japan collaboration in space. Members of the U.S.-Japan Space Forum will share their recently published recommendations. The seminar will also invite commentary from a broader subset of stakeholders in regional security and space activities, including members of the 2016 Prague Security Studies Institute (PSSI) Trilateral Europe-U.S.-Japan Space Security Partnership Conference.

This event is by invitation only.

When
Thursday, May 5, 2016
6:00pm – 7:30pm

Where
Elliott School of International Affairs
1957 E St NW
Suite 602
Washington, DC 20052

Led by Gen. William Shelton (Ret.)

Co-hosted by the Secure World Foundation and Orbital ATK, The Space Policy Institute is proud to host Former Commander of the Air Force Space Command, General William Shelton (Ret.) who will be leading an informal discussion on space and cyber capabilities and deterrence. He will be joined by other industry, NGO, and agency thinkers.

When
Tuesday, April 5, 2016
10:00am – 12:00pm

Where
Elliott School of International Affairs
1957 E St NW
Suite 403
Washington, DC 20052

Led by Captain HyeJin An

As North Korea’s missile program continues to develop, national security concerns in the Republic of Korea have led to investigations into the feasibility of a satellite-based component to the Korean early warning system. Captain An will discuss the results of her investigation into this option and alternatives, in light of the unique circumstances of the Korean Peninsula.