We had the chance to meet her two years ago at The Museum of Flight. She was SO enthusiastic and friendly. As soon as the kids walked up to her (in the Space Gallery) she smiled broadly and said, "You just love this stuff, don't you?"
Yes, they do.
She told us about her family (she's one of seven children, and has a twin sister) and gave the kids a big hug.
A former CIA employee, Epps' bachelor's is in physics, her masters in science, and a doctorate in Aerospace Engineering.
The amazing Epps will have her first space assignment, a six-month stay on the ISS, in May of 2018. Interestingly enough, she'll be going up with another astronaut we've had the pleasure of meeting and having an extended conversation with, Drew Fuestel!
You can see a brief video of Epps here
https://youtu.be/sc7TGp2Fhls
Interestingly enough, the mission Epps will be on also includes another astronaut we've had one-on-one time with: Drew Fuestel!
PREVIEW FROM ON HIGH: The big eclipse is less than two weeks away.
Below is a detailed and accurate flyover animation of the Great American Eclipse. It simulates the view from the edge of space. https://vimeo.com/197718426
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