The Indiana Space Grant Consortium (INSGC), formed in 1989, is part of the NASA-funded National Space Grant College and Fellowship Program under the NASA Office of STEM Education (OSTEM). Nationally, Space Grant is a network of 52 university-based statewide consortia, representing all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. In Indiana, INSGC serves as a central source of NASA-related information, funding, awards, and programs.

INSGC’s membership includes over 300 organizations, 400 industry partners, and more than 1,600 university affiliates nationwide. Across the State of Indiana, affiliates span public and private universities, industry partners, STEM and non-STEM organizations, and K–12 outreach institutions, including science centers. A full list of Indiana affiliates is available at:
https://insgc.spacegrant.org/affiliates-list/

The Space Grant Consortia work collectively to expand opportunities for Americans to understand and participate in NASA’s science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) endeavors by supporting and enhancing education, research, workforce development, and public outreach. INSGC is committed to being inclusive and representative of diverse student populations, serving as a visible leader for STEM engagement in higher education, K–12 outreach, and student opportunities throughout Indiana.

INSGC focuses on inspiring learners of all ages to create an inclusive culture that is diverse, innovative, creative, enthusiastic, and excited to explore aerospace-related science, engineering, and technology. The consortium emphasizes integrity, teamwork, and excellence in support of NASA’s missions, education initiatives, and workforce development goals.

To advance these objectives, INSGC maintains a balanced portfolio of activities across research and research infrastructure, higher education, K–12 education, outreach, and public service. These projects are carried out by affiliate institutions statewide and are designed to increase STEM inspiration, engagement, education, and employment, with an emphasis on alignment with NASA Mission Directorates. An annual proposal competition enables INSGC to strategically address both NASA priorities and the evolving needs of the State of Indiana.

Funded activities include NASA-related research and infrastructure development, university student team competitions, fellowships and internships, public outreach programs, and STEM education initiatives. Information on current funding opportunities, applications, and active projects can be found on the INSGC website at www.insgc.org

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INSGC’s goals, aligned with NASA Centers, Directorates, and Missions, include:

• Engaging, supporting, and partnering with Indiana’s aerospace industry on NASA-relevant science and engineering programs

• Expanding hands-on student project and competition opportunities across academic affiliates in collaboration with NASA Centers and Mission Directorates

• Leveraging NASA-relevant research strengths at affiliate universities to increase student access to internships, employment, and leadership roles in STEM disciplines

• Promoting STEM education and public awareness of NASA missions, K–12 STEM skills, and STEM career pathways associated with NASA Centers and Mission Directorates