On Thursday, Nov. 2, students, faculty and community members were invited to a public presentation, Darkness At Noon. The attendees came to listen to highlights of trips made to Nebraska and Wyoming this summer to see the solar eclipse. The North American total solar eclipse that happened on Aug. 21, 2017, caught the attention of many. Liza Wernicke, a University ... Read More »
Tag Archives: Astronomy
NASA Discovery Makes Earth Seem Less Unique
Last Wednesday, NASA announced the discovery of a nearby star that has more planets orbiting it than any solar system previously discovered. What’s more is each of the seven planets is considered to be Earth-like. Sebastian Zamfir, associate professor of astronomy said, “There are many planetary systems where there are more than one planet, but seven, this is a first, ... Read More »
Ghost Particle: An Eye on Cosmic Explosions
The Department of Physics and Astronomy held events in the planetarium, showcasing the chase in Antarctica for small particles created by major cosmic bursts, like black-holes or star eruptions. The show on Sunday, Feb. 15, began with the usual oration of information about major stars in the Milky Way galaxy, as well as notable constellations and their mythological significance. Students leading the ... Read More »