LINCOLN – On August 1st, Governor Pete Ricketts released the 39^th episode of “The Nebraska Way,” featuring Clayton Anderson. During the episode, Clayton discusses his new role as President and CEO of the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum, the future of the museum, and innovations in the aerospace industry.

Clayton Anderson, or “Astro Clay,” is the only NASA astronaut from Nebraska. Born in Omaha and raised in Ashland, Anderson studied physics at Hastings College and earned a Masters of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering from Iowa State University.  He became an astronaut in 1998 and spent 167 days in space and over 38 hours in executing 6 spacewalks. He spent 30 years working for NASA, 15 as an engineer and 15 as an astronaut.  He is an award-winning author and currently serves as the President and CEO of the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum.

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