The School of Civil and Environmental Engineering is proud to announce that Environmental Engineering undergraduate Jacob McCormick has been awarded a NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium (CTSGC) Undergraduate Scholarship for Fall 2025.
The highly competitive scholarship, funded through NASA’s National Space Grant College and Fellowship Program, supports outstanding students pursuing STEM education and research aligned with NASA’s mission. McCormick received a $3,000 award in recognition of his academic excellence and research engagement.
McCormick conducts research in the lab of Assistant Professor Abi Lawal, where his work examines environmental processes with direct implications for public health and sustainability.
His current research explores ozone’s effects on public health, contributing to broader efforts to understand atmospheric chemistry, air quality, and environmental risk. Through this scholarship, McCormick will continue expanding his involvement in NASA-related research initiatives while deepening his technical and analytical expertise.
“Receiving the NASA CTSGC Scholarship has been a monumental step in my academic and professional career. It has allowed me to expand my involvement in NASA-related research while having the opportunity to contribute to our understanding of ozone's effects on public health. This opportunity has accelerated my growth as a student, researcher, and problem solver while allowing me to pursue my passion for environmental sustainability. I am deeply grateful to receive this scholarship.”
– Jake McCormick, Environmental Engineering Undergraduate
The NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium supports students across the state who demonstrate exceptional promise in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Award recipients are also invited to participate in the annual NASA CTSGC Grants Expo at the New England Air Museum, where students present their work and engage with industry and academic leaders.
Faculty mentor Abi Lawal emphasized the importance of undergraduate research opportunities in preparing students for impactful careers in environmental engineering and space-related research initiatives.
The School of Civil and Environmental Engineering congratulates Jacob on this outstanding achievement and looks forward to the continued impact of his research contributions.
Learn more about the NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium and its mission to support STEM education and research across Connecticut.
