Celebrating 25 Years of the GLOBE Program

The Globe program engages students and the public in hands-on science, allowing them to contribute to a global database. Lieutenant Natasha Hope credits her experience with Globe for inspiring her science career. The program spans elementary to undergraduate levels, providing access to NASA experts and encouraging citizen science through the Globe Observer app. Launched in 1995, Globe is supported by NASA and other organizations, with participation from 125 countries. Students are encouraged to join Globe for its empowering opportunities and global community.

What is one of the main goals of the GLOBE program?

• To provide free science equipment to schools

• To engage students and the public in hands-on science

• To organize international science fairs

• To offer scholarships for science students

How did Natasha Hope's experience with the GLOBE program influence her career?

• It made her switch to a career in arts

• It led her to become a teacher

• It discouraged her from pursuing science

• It inspired her to join the Coast Guard

What opportunity did Natasha Hope have through the GLOBE program in high school?

• She interned at NASA

• She received a science scholarship

• She traveled to South America

• She presented a project in South Africa

Which organizations support the GLOBE program?

• European Space Agency and NOAA

• National Science Foundation and NASA

• Department of Education and WHO

• World Health Organization and UNESCO

How many countries are currently participating in the GLOBE program?

• 75

• 50

• 100

• 125