Victor Glover to Join Cal Poly as Executive Advisor

Former NASA astronaut and Artemis II pilot Victor Glover has announced that he will step down from his duties with the space agency to assume a new position as executive advisor to the president of California Polytechnic State University. Glover, who has spent more than a decade in spaceflight and recently led the crew that landed on the International Space Station, will bring his experience in mission planning, safety, and international collaboration to the university’s leadership team. The appointment is part of Cal Poly’s effort to strengthen its STEM outreach and research initiatives, leveraging Glover’s expertise to guide academic programs and industry partnerships.

In a statement released by NASA, the agency praised Glover’s contributions to human space exploration and noted that his transition will not affect ongoing projects, as he will remain on a part‑time basis for certain advisory roles. Cal Poly’s president highlighted Glover’s record of excellence and his commitment to inspiring the next generation of engineers and scientists. The university plans to integrate Glover’s insights into curriculum development, student mentorship, and the expansion of its space‑related research centers.

Glover’s move underscores the growing trend of astronauts transitioning to influential positions in academia and industry after their space careers. While he will no longer fly missions, his new advisory role will enable him to shape educational strategies and foster collaborations that could benefit both Cal Poly and the broader scientific community.