The Lehigh University Space Initiative (LUSI) brings together a team of talented and dedicated students eager to make their mark on the vast frontier of space exploration.
The students’ commitment to advancing the field of space exploration while honing their STEM skills is exemplified by their focus on two major projects: NASA’s CubeSat Launch Initiative and the University Rover Challenge.
Zemichael Gebeyehu ’24, a mechanical engineering major with minors in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering and economics, is a founding member of LUSI. Having harbored a passion for all things space-related since childhood, Gebeyehu said he was thrilled to be able to chase his dream at Lehigh, and grateful for the support he and the club have received while working on their projects.
LUSI relies on the Wilbur Powerhouse as its primary workspace. According to Gebeyehu, nearly all…