Navigating nontraditional education | Nathan Boll | TEDxUniversity of Montana Western

Explore Nathan Boll's inspiring journey from Alaska to NASA, where he shares his path as a nontraditional student. From unique beginnings in Alaska to his career at NASA, Nathan's story celebrates the resilience and diversity of non-traditional students. This insightful talk sheds light on the challenges and triumphs of pursuing education outside the traditional path!
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This conference was filmed in front of a live audience on March 23, 2024 in the Beier Auditorium.
Learn more about TEDxUniversity of Montana Western by visiting www.umwestern.edu/tedx-umw/ or www.umwestern.edu. Nathan J. Boll is a Space Policy Analyst at NASA Headquarters, where he supports the Science Mission Directorate and the NAC Science Committee. He previously served as a Senior Space Policy Consultant to NOAA at the Aerospace Corporation. Prior to his Federal service, Boll was a Program Executive for AIAA and an Associate Program Officer for the National Academy of Sciences. He earned his B.S. in Mathematics from the University of Montana Western, his M.S. in Space Science and Engineering from the University of Michigan, and his M.A. in International Policy from George Washington University. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx