NASA To Launch Disney's Buzz Lightyear On Space Shuttle

In a bid (gimmick?) to excite students about learning Math and Science, NASA will be launching a 12-inch tall Buzz Lightyear figurine on the Space Shuttle that is scheduled to be launched tomorrow (May 31, 2008).

During the STS-124 mission, the 12-inch-tall action figure will partner with astronauts to deliver daily blog journals from space and launch a series of educational games and online sessions related to the mission.

I guess this is in conjuction with the "Toys in Space" educational program.

Oh well, at least there's some tangible usefullness of the space shuttle other than a glorified transporter. :)

Zz.