Date & Time
Friday, Nov. 7
9:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.
Location
UCF Main Campus, Psychology Building
4111 Pictor Ln, Orlando, FL 32816
Questions?
Email us at SpaceUevents@ucf.edu
2nd SpaceU Symposium at America’s Space University
The Florida Space Institute is proud to convene the 2nd SpaceU Symposium at UCF on Friday, Nov. 7, 2025. The event will bring together space leaders, researchers and students from across Florida, presenting the latest innovations and research, building in-state collaborations and partnerships, and highlighting our specialized facilities. The Space Showcase will feature research posters, student clubs, degree programs, internship and scholarship opportunities, jobs and more. In partnership with NASA, Florida research universities drive the future of space science, exploration, and industry to foster a prosperous space economy.
Who Should Attend
This event is designed for:
- Space researchers and students from UCF, University of Florida, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, FloridaTech, and Kennedy Space Center
- Industry partners
- Florida space foundations and organizations
What’s Included?
Complimentary registration includes:
- Expert Panels & Speakers, Academic Presentations & Space Showcase
- Light Breakfast & Coffee Break
- Networking Lunch
Highlights
The Symposium will feature:
- NASA Associate Administrator for Science Dr. Nicky Fox
- AXIONS Corporation’s President and CEO John M. Olson
- U.S. Congressman Mike Haridopolos
- Research from UCF, University of Florida, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, FloridaTech, and Kennedy Space Center
- Student Engagement: Poster session, networking, scholarships and degree programs
- Showcase featuring Exolith Lab®, student clubs, industry sponsors, and more
Agenda
9:30 a.m.
Registration & Networking
10:00 a.m.
Presentation Event Begins
10:01 a.m.
Welcome Remarks
10:10 a.m.
Keynote #1: Major General Dr. John Olson
10:30 a.m.
Funding Space Research in the New Space Economy Panel
11:05 a.m.
Institutional Presentation #1: University of Central Florida
11:35 a.m.
Institutional Presentation #2: Florida Tech
12:05 p.m.
Lunch & Poster Session in Atrium
1:25 p.m.
Institutional Presentation #3: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU)
1:55 p.m.
Institutional Presentation #4: University of Florida
2:25 p.m.
Keynote #2: Rick Tumlinson, Earth Light Foundation
3:00 p.m.
Fireside Chat: Insights from Florida Representatives
3:20 p.m.
Keynote #3: Rep. Mike Haridopolos
3:29 p.m.
Closing Remarks
3:30 p.m.
Presentation Ends & Audience Moves to Lobby
Meet Our Speakers
