May 2026

Dear Members,

I am honored to address you for the first time as the 62^nd President of our organization.  I hope to follow in the footsteps of those before me, and strengthen and expand Skyscrapers, Inc. during my tenure.  As we embark on this new chapter together, I want to express my gratitude for the continued dedication and support I see and experience in all of our activities. Our collective efforts have built a solid foundation, and I am committed to working alongside each of you to advance our mission and achieve our goals.

Over the coming months, I look forward to engaging with you, hearing your ideas, and fostering an environment where collaboration and innovation thrive. Our vocation (I hesitate to use the word hobby) has been changing rapidly with the advent of innovative technologies that are changing the demographics of amateur astronomy.  In addition, great strides have recently been made in the science of astronomy.  New theories regarding dark energy, new space telescopes allowing us to see further into the past universe, and our return to the Moon with the Artemis program give us inspiration to learn the secrets of the universe.  It behooves us to seriously consider these transformations and adapt our organization to thrive in an increasingly dynamic environment.  There is no doubt we will face challenges, but we will also have opportunities to celebrate successes, always striving to make a positive impact within our organization and beyond.

Thank you for your trust and commitment. Let us move forward with the confidence our storied history provides, and the optimism of a long and productive future.

Sincerely,

Michael Corvese