海角社区Astronomy Nights observation open to the public this Friday
The 海角社区 Physics Department and the Astronomy Club host monthly Astronomy Night sessions to enjoy viewing and learning about the wonders of the night sky. These free and open-to-the-public sessions are great for families. The department has various telescopes of different types and sizes available for observation.
Fall 2024 Astronomy Nights are as follows:
- Friday, Oct. 4: Featuring Zane Cable, 海角社区physics graduate teaching assistant, discussing “Paleodetectors for Supernova Neutrinos and Dark Matter”
- Friday, Nov. 1: Featuring Al Bott, of the Northeast Florida Astronomical Society, discussing “Astronomy on a Budget”
- Friday, Dec. 6: Featuring Dr. Rahul Poddar, 海角社区physics professor, discussing “Quantum Gravity”
Astronomy Nights begin in the lobby of the Science and Engineering Building, Building 50. A guest speaker gives a short public talk starting at 8 p.m. Following the talk, participants are invited up to the rooftop to observe.
Participants are encouraged to dress comfortably and for the outdoors and to ask questions of professors and students throughout the night. Telescope viewings can only take place if cloud cover permits, but the public talk will take place regardless of the weather. If you arrive after 8:30 p.m., take the elevator to the fourth floor for observation.
Learn more on the Astronomy Nights website.
The Physics Department will also be hosting an open house event in Building 50, the Science and Engineering Building, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26. In addition to solar telescopes, visitors will be able to participate in hands on experiments and some research labs to learn about the cutting-edge science happening at UNF.