My name is Marcell Harmati and I am a Mechanical Engineering student at Texas A&M University. A few years ago, when I attended Kemnay Academy in Scotland, Duane presented about his experiences as a test pilot in the U.S. Air Force and as the pilot of STS-109.

Throughout the last few months, I have done a considerable amount of self-reflection, trying to determine my purpose in life, my passions, and careers goals. I believe that I have finally figured out the right path for me, and I think that Duane's presentation several years ago was the catalyst for this transformation.

Sincerely,

Hi there,

Just wanted to say thank you so much for coming today to PPSEL to present to the students! It was by far one of the most engaging presentations that these kiddos have been a part of. All that they wanted to do the rest of the day was talk about Mr. Digger and if he could come back! Your presentation got the kiddos excited again about space, so thank you so much! Eventually we will need your address. All of the students are writing Thank-you notes that we would like to send you. Thanks again!

Jessica Silva
Pikes Peak School of Expeditionary Learning

U.S. Department of Justice
Federal Bureau of Investigation
John Lawrence Bailey Federal Building
1787 W. Lake Mead Boulevard
Las Vegas, NV 89106

June 23, 2016

Dear Mr. Carey,

On behalf of the Las Vegas Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, I would like to thank you for presenting at our annual All Employee Conference on May 26, 2016. Your presentation was informative as well as entertaining and we received a vast amount of positive feedback as a result. The information you provided on Leadership will prove invaluable to our Agents, Analysts, and Professional Support Staff, as well as to our division, for many years to come.

I would also like to extend my heartfelt appreciation to you and your wife Cheryl for traveling all the way to Las Vegas for our conference. It was truly a more interesting and informative event due to your involvement.

Sincerely,

Laura A. Bucheit
Special Agent in Charge

Duane and Cheryl:
Thank you so much for the wonderful presentation you gave last night in Salt Lake City. I was on the phone all morning with people calling to say how much they enjoyed it. We’d love to see you both again the next time you are passing through this area. Thank you again and stay safe on the roads!
Heidi Frank
Department of Physics and Astronomy
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah

Digger & Cheryl:
It was such a pleasure getting to meet both of you this past weekend. Our guests loved the presentations and the staff and I loved hearing your story and getting to have fun together. I wish you all the best as you continue to reach out and touch the lives of so many young people. Yours is, truly, a ministry of love!

Thank you again and I look forward to another chance to get together.
Christopher Orwoll, CEO
Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center
Hutchinson, KS

Dear Digger and Cheryl:
I cannot thank you enough for your visit and presentation. Air Force life is really a shared contract to me. You both gave your time, energy, and spirit to all of us in America. Your valor -both of yours- was such an inspiration to me. I certainly hope our students will be guided by your message. Our mother earth needs gentle hands and souls to car for her. You reinforced this. One last thing, I loved that you stated that there is a possibility of life beyond ours. That was cool – I’m a firm believer.
Linda H.
6th Grade Educator
Wolters Elementary
Fresno, CA

Rye Elementary School, - Thank you once again for presenting at our school. Students are still talking about Astronaut Carey and the Space Program. There has been an approximately 50% increase in books being checked out about Space, Astronauts, etc! Our Principal went into the 4th grade classrooms and asked how they liked your visit. Duane, all the students stood, applauded, and told her it was the very best presentation they had seen!!...I truly believe it is paramount for these children to comprehend Space exploration and the incredible roles Astronauts and NASA have to the future of the United States!
Julie A. Canterbury
Library Technician
Rye Elementary School
Rye, Colorado

Caithness International Science Festival - - All the teachers found Duane to be an excellent role model and his presentation style was open, warm and inspiring. (School Principals) especially wanted him back to reinforce his message, particularly at (the high school) level. I note that both (high schools) have given a donation to the Festival specifically so that I could invite Duane again.

Cheryl's own contribution of reading to the primary classes (and then Duane popping in at the end) worked extremely well. In particular the Special Education needs units received special attention in the sense that both children and teachers felt included and (were) pleased that their children were not passed by.

(One high school Principal) noted that the impact Duane met last year was clear by the way (his students') mobile phone screens still had images of Duane's last visit - even though the mobile phone was new. It is thus (considered) very cool to meet Duane.
Dr. Iain Baikie
CEO and Founder
KP Technology
Wick, Scotland

Lockheed Martin - The information you provided allowed us to hear a customer’s perspective on quality and safety in our work environment, to learn what we are doing right, and where we can improve. Your thoughts and comments were very inspiring and will help us to be more effective leaders in working with our daily company and customer contacts. Our offsite was deemed a success by the leadership team and your contribution was very instrumental in helping us achieve one of our many conference objectives.
Dennis O. Little
Vice President, Product Assurance & System Safety
Lockheed Martin Space Systems Company
Littleton, CO

Osceola Elementary School - I have heard nothing but positive comments from staff, students, and families, and we feel very blessed for the opportunity to have you touch the lives of our children here in Osceola. We wish you well as you continue your journey, encouraging young people across this country to pursue their dreams and make a difference.
Peggy A. Weber
Principal
Osceola, WI

Sunnyside Elementary School – It was such a treat for my students and I to learn about your travels to Space on-board the Space Shuttle and back. I learned at least as much as the students. I so appreciate your message that sometimes we have to work hard at things we’re not so crazy about to get to do the things we want to do in life…I look forward to having you back soon.
Kathy McLean
Principal
Great Falls, MT

University of Minnesota - On behalf of the many university students you touched Monday, thank you for sharing yourself, your stories, and your time with us. It was a wonderful day.
Deb Noll
Regional Development Officer
University of Minnesota Foundation
Minneapolis, MN

American Motorcyclist Association - It was a great pleasure to have you and Cheryl attend the 2005 Hall of Fame induction ceremony and a privilege to have you as our Master of Ceremonies. I know everyone enjoyed your stories, and you did a great job with the program. I am certain that our inductees were thrilled to have their honors and accomplishments introduced by an enthusiast with your credentials.

Robert Rasor
President
Pickerington, OH

alwaysBEthere, Inc. - Thanks much for the incredible inspiration, motivation, and perspective that you delivered to our crew! Your messages were spot-on and very well received. I personally enjoyed the insight greatly. Thanks again so very much.
Sara Christensen
President
Minneapolis, MN

Wings Over the Rockies - On behalf of Wings Over the Rockies, thanks so much for being a key part of our successful preview opening for "Space Adventures". Your comments were fitting and very special for all of us. It is my hope that Wings Over the Rockies may produce the kind of young people who can follow in footsteps like yours. On their behalf, thank you again.
Gregory J. Anderson
President and CEO
Denver, CO

Spartan Construction, LLC - Everyone really enjoyed your presentation - it was the highlight of our conference.
Terry Donahue
President
Mandeville, LA

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