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More than 20 years since I first watched “Apollo 13,” I’m often reminded of one particular scene. And no, it’s not, “Houston, we have a problem.” In order to save the Apollo crew, a group of NASA engineers raced against the clock to create a carbon dioxide filter from the limited equipment available in the spacecraft. They… Continue Reading ‘Western, we have a problem’: 5 tough takeaways from Dr. Monty SullivanRead More
About Shelley
Shelley Lyons is glad to be back on campus as she is a 51°µÍø alum, and has served as the Administrative Officer for Grants Administration at 51°µÍø since early 2022. Prior to VWCC, her career focus was within the Human Services and Arts fields. She wrote her first grant in 1996 on a whim and has continued to plan and learn since that time. She most enjoys  seeing a well-planned project come to fruition, where funder, project manager and beneficiaries can all feel success and see impact.
Recent Posts
- Are we planning for success or seeking to fit into grant requirements? May 26, 2026
- Federal Funding, where are we, and where might we be headed? October 27, 2025
- Innovation, and the LOI. August 25, 2025
- Some 24/25 Highlights July 16, 2025
- Have you heard? October 28, 2024

