University of Hartford aerospace engineering program director Paul Slaboch was recently featured in an interview with NBC Connecticut, where he shared expert insight on the historic Artemis II mission.
During the segment, Slaboch discussed the significance of Artemis II, which marks the first time humans have traveled beyond Earth’s orbit since the Apollo era. The mission represents a major step forward in NASA’s long-term goal of returning astronauts to the Moon and eventually establishing a sustained human presence there.
Drawing on his extensive experience with NASA-funded research, Slaboch helped break down the complexity of the mission for viewers, explaining both the technical challenges and the broader impact of deep-space exploration. He highlighted how missions like Artemis II are critical for testing spacecraft systems, supporting crewed travel, and paving the way for future lunar landings.
His appearance underscores the University of Hartford’s growing role in advancing aerospace education and connecting students to real-world developments in space exploration.