Astronomy
Our unique program blends course work with research opportunities and provides students access to professional-quality telescopes, instrumentation and computers. Our students go on to the best graduate programs in the country, or to a variety of rewarding careers both in and out of the field of science.
Our department has been very busy between Astro Events, conferences, and construction at VVO — here are some updates. Commencement We celebrated the Class of 2024: some went off to grad school, some stayed here for their BA/MA, and some went on to other adventures. Here are some of our favorite photos of the day, ... Read more
Senior Thesis Champagne Pop 4 p.m. on April 17th marked the senior thesis deadline signaling the tradition of seniors popping champagne bottles on the steps of Olin Library. Here are some of our 2024 Seniors. The Sturm Lecture From Monday, April 22nd through Wednesday, April 24th we were honored to have Dr. Rebecca Oppenheimer join ... Read more
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