The highest honors for those who power the space frontier
In short: NASA's most prestigious awards recognize the individuals whose extraordinary work ensures mission success. This look at the 2016 Honor Awards Ceremony reveals how the agency identifies and celebrates indelible contributions to space exploration.
During the 2016 NASA Honor Awards Ceremony held on June 28 at the Ames Research Center, Administrator Charlie Bolden presented the agency's most distinguished honors. These awards, which include the Distinguished Service and Distinguished Public Service Medals, are reserved for employees who have made extraordinary contributions to the agency's mission.
The ceremony highlights the human element behind space exploration, elevating individual achievements to the level of national recognition. By honoring these specific contributions, NASA acknowledges the indelible impact that dedicated personnel have on the success of the agency's broader objectives.
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