Congressman José E. Serrano

Representing the 15th District of New York

Congressman Serrano Hosts NASA Astronaut Lee Morin at Bronx Schools

Oct 18, 2017
Press Release
Event exposed students to NASA’s mission and opportunities in the STEM fields

The Bronx – This week, Congressman José E. Serrano hosted NASA Astronaut and Navy Captain Lee Morin for “Ask An Astronaut” at Bronx Community College and the Bronx Compass High School. The event exposed students to NASA’s mission and work and gave them the opportunity to learn about the many educational and learning opportunities it offers Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) students. Captain Morin has flown on STS-110 in 2002 and has logged more than 259 hours in space, including over 14 spacewalk hours.  He was trained as a doctor at both Bronx Municipal Hospital Center and Montefiore Medical Center.  

“Captain Lee Morin is a Bronx success story and we were honored to host him this week at Bronx Community College and the Bronx Compass High School to share his experience with young students about to embark to college and considering career options.  Students were thrilled to learn more about his journey and I am sure that this event inspired many to pursue a STEM degree. Our youth needs to be constantly exposed to people like Lee Morin and the endless opportunities that are out there so that they know that sky is the limit and feel encouraged to pursue their dreams,” said Congressman José E. Serrano.

Congressman José E. Serrano and NASA Astronaut Lee Morin stand with a group of Bronx students at Bronx Community College (10/17/2017).

Issues: 
Education, The Bronx