HAPPY ANNIVERSARY HASSE

20 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE IN SPACE EDUCATION

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Why space school?

Space School offers an unparalleled experience in STEM education, leadership development, and space exploration training. This cutting-edge program provides students with the opportunity to learn directly from NASA experts, including top scientists, engineers, and astronauts who are shaping the future of space exploration. Through hands-on participation in NASA missions, students engage in real-world space simulations, and engineering projects, gaining valuable problem-solving skills while working with state-of-the-art technology. Beyond technical training, the program emphasizes leadership and teamwork, preparing students to collaborate in high-pressure mission environments. More than just an educational experience, Space School is an adventure of a lifetime, inspiring the next generation of innovators, scientists, and astronauts to reach for the stars.

Global Trends

Firsthand look of space explorations, including the vast innovations among organizations

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Networking

HASSE global alumni networking
Cross-cultural learning and interactions

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Role Models

US, Russian, European, and Japanese experts’ involvements in HASSE programs

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College Application

HASSE programs strengthen your extra-curricular activity portfolio with HASSE certifications

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Survival Skills

Learn survival skills for the future through space-themed scenarios and programs

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Inspiration

Broaden your horizons, pursue your dreams and goals, develop your passion and motivation

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Our Partners Who Trust Us

This esteemed institution has cultivated a global network of successful leaders and entrepreneurs, making a significant impact worldwide.

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Countries

HASSE has alumni across four continents

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Alumni

Over 15,000 alumni in the past 20 years

Mars generations

"HASSE Space School was incredibly exciting and a significant inspiration for me; it has undoubtedly played a huge role in shaping who I am today."

— Arthur Wang | 2012 —

Aerospace Engineering, UC Irvine, Star Ship Rocket Engineer, SpaceX

"When I dedicated all my energy to the HASSE Space School, the experiences I have gained are valuable and irreplaceable!"

— Yo Murata | 2017 —

Electrical Engineering, University of Tokyo, Japan Engineer at the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)

"My experience here was really fulfilling and entertaining...this in the future allows me to be more motivated about STEM fields."

— Cristian Alamos | 2018 —

Electric Engineering, Adolfo Ibanez University, Chile

“Visiting those places was amazing!The program truly sparked my enthusiasm!! .”

— Leon Neubeck | 2023 —

Physics, University of Vienna, Austria

"I learned a lot ... I was able to gain experience that will lead me to the future. Attending Space School also helped me to get the scholarship to go to International Space University. "

— Danishi Ai | 2022 —

Tohoku University, Japan & Space Science, ISU, France

"Attending the HASSE Space School when I was in college allowed me to discover NASA and left me feeling deeply inspired."

—Tracy Liao | 2005 —

Ph.D. in Space and Planetary Science, University of Bern, Switzerland. Assistant Professor at National Taipei University of Technology

“I recommend HASSE Space School not only to the students who are interested in space, but also to those who want to broaden their horizons."

— Wayne Lin | 2006 —

Electrical Engineering, University of California at Berkeley. 2017 Forbes 30 under 30 Entrepreneurs

"I Highly Recommend HASSE space school; it was a life-changing experience and the best winter program I have ever attended."

— Tracy Chen | 2016 —

Computer Science, Cambridge University

“I had learned so much being a project manager for my team at HASSE space school. It is important to learn how to think calmly about things and lead the team when facing challenges.”

— Hugo Chen| 2018 —

Mechanical Engineering, Taiwan University

Meet Our

Prominent figures and speakers

A Blue Origin's Director of Research Development for the Orbital Reef commercial space station. In this role, she is leading development of the premiere destination in low Earth orbit for R&D.

Dr. Liz Warren Ph.D.

A research professor and the director of the Master of Science in Space Architecture program at the University of Houston. She also directs the Sasakawa International Center for Space Architecture (SICSA).

Dr. Olga Bannova

Former Space Center University Program Coordinator with 30 years of experience in space education. Currently serving as a HASSE Manager and Advisor, dedicated to inspiring the next generation of space explorers.

Mr. David Brown

Mars Era

“HASSE Is One of The Great Organizations I Have Ever Met!”

- Dr. Von T, German rocket scientist, designer of the first NASA lunar roving vehicle -

Our Blogs

Latest news

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Jan
Breaking News

The Future of Space and AI is Here! SVAC Officially Launched!

January 31, 2025 – The wait is over! The World Space Vision and AI Challenge (SVAC) has officially launched, igniting a revolutionary movement in space exploration and artificial intelligence!

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Jan
Breaking News

HASSE Russian Space School at Star City

Cooperate with the Russian Space Agency, HASSE students ventured into a winter wonderland of history, art, religion, and most important of all, Yuri Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Center at Star City on January 16, 2017. HASSE students had a surprising welcome from cosmonaut Salizhan [...]

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May
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HASSE Directors Meet with NASA Legend Dr. George Abbey

On May 29th of 2018, HASSE Executive Director James Liu and Former Astronaut Dr. Leroy Chiao, visited Dr. George Abbey, former director of the NASA Johnson Space Center and senior fellow in space policy at Baker Institute. There, they exchanged greetings and discussed the [...]

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Sep
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Meeting with Astronaut Akihiko Hoshide at NASA JSC Copy

On September 26, 2018, HASSE students from 10 Asian universities, invited by NASA Flight Director, had an exclusive opportunity to visit the current International Space Station mission control and meet with JAXA Astronaut Akihiko Hoshide at NASA’s Johnson Space Center. International Space [...]

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Jan
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Visiting NASA’s Mission Control Center at JSC

On January 17, 2019, HASSE Space School college program students were invited by NASA Flight Director, Rick Henfling and Ground Control, William foster to a tour of the Christopher C. Kraft Jr. Mission Control Center at NASA’s Johnson’s Space Center. It was an exclusive opportunity to [...]

18
Jan
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Always follow your dream, and don’t let anyone take it from you

"Always follow your dream, and don't let anyone take it from you!" ~Quote from Alyssa Carson, the youngest future astronaut to Mars! On January [...]

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Mar
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HASSE space school faculties visited the SpaceX South Texas launch site

HASSE space school faculties visited the SpaceX South Texas launch site, referred to by SpaceX as Star base, and known as the Boca Chica launch site. This [...]

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Sep
Breaking News

HASSE Marks 20 Years of Inspiring Space Exploration Education!

September 12, 2024 – Houston, Texas – The Houston Association for Space and Science Education (HASSE) proudly celebrates 20 years of excellence in space education, marking a historic milestone in its mission to inspire the next generation of space explorers, scientists, and innovators.