Astronaut Sunita Williams is currently aboard the International Space Station after a malfunction during her June mission with Butch Wilmore, awaiting a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft for their return in February 2024. Former astronaut Dr. Bonnie Dunbar is set to present scholarships to Texas A&M students while sharing her experiences in space to inspire the next generation of scientists. José Hernández, whose life story is depicted in the film 'A Million Miles Away,' will speak at Texas Lutheran University about his journey from the fields of California to becoming an astronaut. Meanwhile, 69-year-old Don Pettit has returned to space for his fourth mission and is the oldest active astronaut, expressing his eagerness for future missions. Additionally, Australia celebrates its first female astronaut, Katherine Bennell-Pegg, who aims to inspire future space explorers. These stories reflect ongoing efforts to engage and encourage interest in space exploration and STEM fields.