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The UTD Mercury

UTD's student-run newspaper since 1980

The UTD Mercury

UTD's student-run newspaper since 1980

The UTD Mercury

John Thurmond (right) was inspired by astronaut and alumnus Jim Reilly (center), whom he met while working on the geoscience Homecoming parade float. Thurmond is following in Reilly’s footsteps by applying for NASA’s astronaut program following his long career in the oil industry. (John Thurmond | Courtesy)

Alumnus applies to NASA

August 1, 2016

Alumnus John Thurmond is applying to the NASA astronaut program for the first time. He was inspired by former NASA astronaut and alumnus Jim Reilly whose similar background and experience encouraged Thurmond...

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