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Explore how engineers and STEM leaders are making a difference — from launching rockets and mentoring youth to supporting mental health initiatives for orphans and foster children in Alabama. Features links to foundations, contests, and educational programs that bridge technical excellence with community service.

RIP President Jimmy Carter

A naval nuclear engineering veteran and former president of The United States of America passed away on December 29, 2024. President Carter signed the Department of Energy Organization Act that created the US Department of Energy.

Jimmy Carter: A Navy Story

This is a four minute video by the US Navy that shares details about President Jimmy Carter's time at the US Naval Academy and military career dealing with nuclear reactors and submarines.

Rickover: The Birth of Nuclear Power

This film is about Admiral Hyman G. Rickover who was head of the development of the US Navy's nuclear fleet. President Carter served under Rickover. Carter is interviewed in the film multiple time and covers his interactions with Rickover while part of the submarine program and as President during Three Mile Island crisis.

Jimmy Carter, A True River Hero

Jimmy Carter did a lot to protect free flowing American Rivers while in serving as Governor of Georgia and President of the United States. He also enjoyed using them for recreation.

FROM HURLING ROCKETS & DISCUSES INTO SPACE TO PROVIDING MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING TO ORPHANS AND FOSTER CHILDREN IN ALABAMA

Meet your favorite Huntsville neighbors - The Hill family! Learn about their partnership with Kids to Love!

NASA's Student Launch

This is a 9-month long challenge where students from all over the US design, build, test and launch real rockets carrying a scientific or engineering payload. The event will be in Huntsville, Alabama which is home to The Engineering Resource and NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center.