The office of stem engagement (ostem) seeks to: 1. Attract students to stem through unique learning opportunities that spark interest and provide connections to NASA s mission and work; 2. Engage…

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration Shared Services Center awarded the University of Kentucky Research Foundation a cooperative agreement totaling $150,000 on September 1, 2026, under the Office of STEM Engagement program (CFDA 43.008).

The award supports STEM workforce development activities aligned with OSTEM's mission to attract students to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields through unique learning opportunities that connect participants to NASA's mission and work. Work is performed in Lexington, Kentucky, with a period of performance through August 31, 2029.

The Office of STEM Engagement funds grants and cooperative agreements to increase the capability and size of the nation's future STEM workforce by broadening pathways to STEM fields and providing students with knowledge and skills fundamental to technological and scientific advancements.

The office of stem engagement (ostem) seeks to: 1. Attract students to stem through unique learning opportunities that spark interest and provide connections to NASA s mission and work; 2. Engage students in authentic learning experiences with NASA s