Aboard the Shuttle Endeavour will be a University of Saskatchewan Centennial mission badge and Dr. Dave Williams. Saskatoon-born Williams, a physician and veteran astronaut, received an Honorary Doctor of Laws degree from the U of S in 2004, and is scheduled for at least two space walks during the mission.

The U of S Centennial mission badge, 13 cm X 6 cm, features a green, gold and white University crest on a black background above the special tagline developed to mark the institution's 100th anniversary in 2007 - "100 Years, Engage, Enlighten, Explore."

The badge, hermetically sealed and stored onboard the Shuttle Endeavour, will accompany Space Shuttle Mission STS-118 and its crew on the 11-day journey in space. Upon return to earth, the badge will make its way back to Saskatoon where it will be displayed on campus.

For information on the space shuttle mission, visit

www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/shuttle/shuttlemissions/sts118/index.html.

Located in the heart of Saskatoon, the University of Saskatchewan is one of the leading medical doctoral universities in Canada. With 58 degrees, diplomas and certificates in over 100 areas of study, the University is uniquely positioned in the areas of human, animal and plant studies. World-class research facilities, renowned faculty and award winning students make the U of S a leader in post-secondary education.

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For additional information, or a photo of the badge, contact:

Patty Martin
Community and Media Relations Specialist
University Communications
University of Saskatchewan
Telephone (306) 966-6919