personal reflections

The captivating story of a boy from the Bronx who grew up to be America's most prominent astrophysicist.

The keynote speech at the 1998 Presidential Awards for Mathematics and Science Teaching, where Dr. Tyson reflects on his own experiences in school.

Dr. Tyson's eulogy for Carl Sagan, delivered at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, New York City, February 27, 1997

Keynote address for the dedication of the Center for Space Education at Kennedy Space Center.

Dr. Tyson's Ph.D. convocation address delivered at Columbia University.