Monthly Archives: June 2010
Space: @Astro_Wheels Point of View
I think true character is revealed through a mere 140 characters — humor, anger, heart and soul. As an example of why Twitter matters, I want to introduce you to our new Twitternaut Doug Wheelock, better known as @Astro_Wheels. Continue reading
Filed under astronaut, Earth, federal government, Gov 2.0, leadership, NASA, social media, space
Gov 2.0 Hero Day
In celebration of Gov 2.0 Hero Day, I want to highlight a few visionary ROCKet stars at NASA: Robbie Schingler, Nick Skytland, Chris Kemp, Mike Massimino, Ron Garan, and Sean Herron. Continue reading
Filed under astronaut, federal government, leadership, NASA, OpenNASA, social media, space, water
Hashtag Pics Spark World Cup Obsession
I’m not a soccer fan. I admit it. I had my eye on the World Cup because of where it’s being held: South Africa. But my interest caught fire when I noticed the cute little soccer ball showing up on tweets after the hashtagged #WorldCup. Continue reading
Filed under Africa, NASA, social media, space
Is Social Responsibility Innate or Nurtured?
What makes some of us comfortable with a cosy routine that never changes? What makes some of us rush out in the world to make change happen? Continue reading
Filed under Africa, AIDs, Earth, environment, federal government, humanitarian aid, NASA
