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NASA Selects UCF for $35 Million Mission
NASA tapped UCF’s dynamic duo, planetary scientists Kerri Donaldson Hanna and Adrienne Dove, to lead a $35 million science mission that will land a spacecraft on a part of the moon never visited before — the Gruithuisen Domes. The domes, located in the western portion of the Imbrium basin rim, remain a mystery to scientists. Flyover data from previous missions indicate that they are made of silicic minerals — rock hardened from cooled magma. On Earth, the closest comparison may be Mount St. Helens. The volcanic features appear to have large concentrations of heat producing elements, which could potentially be used for resources for long term exploration of the moon. The robotic mission would launch in 2026 to study the domes’ chemical composition and how dust interacts with the spacecraft and a rover. Read the full story. 

African American Chamber Hosts 3rd Annual Business Empowerment Conference
The AACCCF's Empowerment Luncheon was designed to engage, enlighten, and empower attendees through a series of inspirational keynote speakers. Past speakers have included luminaries from professional sports, the arts, business, and government. This year the chamber is hosting the AACCCF 3rd Annual Empowerment Business Conference presented by Wells Fargo. The conference builds upon the success of their annual business conferences in 2019 and 2021. The event will occur on Friday, August 19, 2022, at Full Sail University. RSVP today.
 

Orange County Utilities Job Fair
The Orange County Utilities Department will be hosting a Job Fair this coming August 4^th from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 

• All experience levels are needed. 
• Several positions qualify for a $1,000 sign-on bonus
• Competitive benefits include: 
  • 10 paid holidays per year
  • 18 paid personal days per year
  • Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Employer contribution to Florida Retirement System
  • And much more!

Click here for more details.