Exceptional Public Achievement Medal

This prestigious NASA medal is awarded to any non-Government individual or to any individual who was not a Government employee during the period in which the service was performed. The award is for a significant specific achievement or substantial improvement in operations, efficiency, service, financial savings, science, or technology which contributes to the mission of NASA.

Notable recipients
• Sir Ridley Scott (2016)

• Stephen Colbert (2015) National Symphony Conductor Emil De Cou (2012)
 * Bill Prady (2013)
 * June Lockhart (2013)