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November 3rd Meeting with Colonel Michael E. Fossum

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November 3, 2022 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Coastal Grill
Address: 1827 Strand Street Galveston, TX 77550

Veteran's Month - Galveston Pachyderms welcome Guest Speaker - Colonel Michael E. Fossum

Col Michael-Fossum-new-photoMichael E. Fossum ‘80 currently serves as a Vice President of Texas A&M University, the Chief Operating Officer of the Galveston Campus, and the Superintendent of the Texas A&M Maritime Academy. Fossum joined Texas A&M following his retirement from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) – Johnson Space Center in 2017.
Fossum is a veteran of three space flights with more than 194 days in space and more than 48 hours in seven spacewalks during his 19 years as an astronaut. During his last mission in 2011, Fossum served as the Commander of the International Space Station. He has logged over 2,000 hours in 35 different aircraft throughout the course of his career. Fossum earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M University and was commissioned as an officer in the U.S. Air Force in 1980. He is also a graduate of the US Air Force Test Pilot School and has earned Master of Science degrees in Systems Engineering and Physical Science/Space Science.
Fossum was born in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and grew up in McAllen, Texas. He is married to his Aggie sweetheart, the former Melanie J. London ‘80. They have four children and seven grandchildren. He enjoys family and outdoor activities. Fossum has been a lifelong supporter and volunteer in the Scouting program.
COL Michael E. Fossum ’80, USAFR (Ret.)
Vice President (TAMU)
Chief Operating Officer (TAMUG)
Superintendent (Texas A&M Maritime Academy)
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