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Artemis II Launches Astronauts to Moon, Highlights Team Efforts

4/18/2026

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The Artemis II mission launched astronauts to the moon on April 1, 2026.
Holly Wells, a Mercer University alumna and cryogenic systems engineer, worked on the liquid oxygen system.
Wells expressed pride in her team's efforts and noted astronaut Jeremy Hansen addressed the nation before launch.
Matthew Burmeister, a Bowling Green State University alumnus, led the mission's ground equipment and highlighted mentorship.

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The Artemis II mission launched astronauts to the moon on April 1, 2026.
Holly Wells, a Mercer University alumna and cryogenic systems engineer, worked on the liquid oxygen system.
Wells expressed pride in her team's efforts and noted astronaut Jeremy Hansen addressed the nation before launch.
Matthew Burmeister, a Bowling Green State University alumnus, led the mission's ground equipment and highlighted mentorship.