Welcome to finals week! I hope that you all do well on your exams this week. There are just a few things I wanted to share with you today before you leave for the winter break.
American Astronomical Society (AAS): The AAS the primary society for Astronomers in the U.S. Check out their website for information on careers in Astronomy and to learn about the AAS Meetings where you can present your astronomy research! The AAS has several list serves, in particular the Women in Astronomy newsletter is a great email list to subscribe to. The Women in Astronomy newsletter is a weekly email with topics of interest to women in Astronomy and those who support them. To subscribe go to: http://lists.aas.org/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/aaswlist
Page O'announcements: The blog will be updated over the winter break so be sure to check it out: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
I will be around over the break so please feel free to send an email or stop by if you have questions.
Happy holidays!
Sarah
Monday, December 14, 2009
December 9, 2009
It's the last week of classes and you are all busy finishing classes and preparing for finals, but take a minute to read about what is happening this week as well as a few funding opportunities.
Presenting research at a conference? Get a travel award!: Undergraduates presenting research at a professional conference are eligible to submit an application for the Undergraduate Research Conference Travel Award. Applications are taken throughout the year but must be submitted at least 3 weeks prior to the conference. Read more: http://www.washington.edu/research/urp/students/urcta.html
ASP Minority Scholarships: The American Physical Society has scholarships available for African American, Hispanic American and Native American college freshmen and sophomores. The scholarship is $2,000 and can be renewed for $3,000. The deadline to apply is Feb. 5, 2010. Check out the application:
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Anna Frebel (Harvard) will give a talk on "What the Most Metal-poor stars tell us about the Early Universe". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Have a great week,
Sarah
Presenting research at a conference? Get a travel award!: Undergraduates presenting research at a professional conference are eligible to submit an application for the Undergraduate Research Conference Travel Award. Applications are taken throughout the year but must be submitted at least 3 weeks prior to the conference. Read more: http://www.washington.edu/research/urp/students/urcta.html
ASP Minority Scholarships: The American Physical Society has scholarships available for African American, Hispanic American and Native American college freshmen and sophomores. The scholarship is $2,000 and can be renewed for $3,000. The deadline to apply is Feb. 5, 2010. Check out the application:
http://aps.org/programs/minorities/honors/scholarship/
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Anna Frebel (Harvard) will give a talk on "What the Most Metal-poor stars tell us about the Early Universe". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Have a great week,
Sarah
Monday, November 30, 2009
November 30, 2009
I hope you all enjoyed the long weekend and had a great Thanksgiving. I will be out of the office starting at noon on Dec. 4 - Dec. 13. Please email or stop by this week if you have questions that can't wait until finals week. Paula Szkody will be available while I am out of town.
UW Career Center: There is a great career center on campus that can review a resume, setup mock interviews and help you search for jobs. Check out their website: http://careers.washington.edu/
REU: Research Experiences for Undergraduates are great research opportunities at other institutions. Check out the different REU's here: http://www.nsf.gov/crssprgm/reu/reu_search.cfm Deadlines to apply generally run from January-February.
Astrobiology Seminar: Tuesday at 2:30pm in Phys/Astr A118, Nancy Kiang (NASA Goddard) will be giving a talk on "Efficiency of Photon Energy Use for Life Processes: Implications for spectral biosignatures".
Colloquium: Please join us on Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102 for a talk by Kelly Holley-Bockelmann (Vanderbilt Univ) on "How Black Holes Get Their Kicks". Coffee, tea and cookies are served at 3:45pm.
Page O'Announcements: Updated with lots of campus events: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Peace Corps Info Session: The Department of Astronomy currently has 4 members that volunteered in the Peace Corps. Peace Corps service is the opportunity of a lifetime. Volunteers have the opportunity to serve in the areas of education, health, environment, agriculture, and business. Please join us at the following events where returned volunteers will share their personal experience and tips to guide you through the application process.
Hours Mondays 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. • Thursdays 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
E-mail pcorps@u.washington.edu
Phone 206.543.0535
UW Career Center: There is a great career center on campus that can review a resume, setup mock interviews and help you search for jobs. Check out their website: http://careers.washington.edu/
REU: Research Experiences for Undergraduates are great research opportunities at other institutions. Check out the different REU's here: http://www.nsf.gov/crssprgm/reu/reu_search.cfm Deadlines to apply generally run from January-February.
Astrobiology Seminar: Tuesday at 2:30pm in Phys/Astr A118, Nancy Kiang (NASA Goddard) will be giving a talk on "Efficiency of Photon Energy Use for Life Processes: Implications for spectral biosignatures".
Colloquium: Please join us on Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102 for a talk by Kelly Holley-Bockelmann (Vanderbilt Univ) on "How Black Holes Get Their Kicks". Coffee, tea and cookies are served at 3:45pm.
Page O'Announcements: Updated with lots of campus events: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Peace Corps Info Session:
Thursday, December 3 • 4 to 5 p.m.
Career Services Center • 134 Mary Gates Hall
Questions?
Contact the UW On-Campus Peace Corps Rep: Erin Larsen-Cooper
Hours Mondays 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. • Thursdays 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
E-mail pcorps@u.washington.edu
Phone 206.543.0535
Monday, November 23, 2009
November 23, 2009
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I hope that you all get to take some time this week to think of things that you are thankful for, even if it includes being thankful for the quite time to think about it!
Winter Quarter Registration: Many of you have emailed me that you cannot get into classes for winter quarter. In general, my recommendation is to keep trying! Especially once grades come out from autumn quarter, students might be dropped from the next quarter class due to not meeting the prerequisites. Find out more tips and see what Departments recommend you do if you can't get into a class here: http://www.washington.edu/uaa/gateway/advising/registration/tgicrc.php
Activities to do on-Campus: Looking for something fun to do while you're taking a break from studying? Check out the following on-campus activities: Bowling at the HUB, Rocking Climbing at the IMA, Swimming at the Hutchinson Pool, Roller Skating at the IMA.
Page O'Announcements: Check out events happening all over campus: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Have a great week!
Best,
Sarah
Winter Quarter Registration: Many of you have emailed me that you cannot get into classes for winter quarter. In general, my recommendation is to keep trying! Especially once grades come out from autumn quarter, students might be dropped from the next quarter class due to not meeting the prerequisites. Find out more tips and see what Departments recommend you do if you can't get into a class here: http://www.washington.edu/uaa/gateway/advising/registration/tgicrc.php
Activities to do on-Campus: Looking for something fun to do while you're taking a break from studying? Check out the following on-campus activities: Bowling at the HUB, Rocking Climbing at the IMA, Swimming at the Hutchinson Pool, Roller Skating at the IMA.
Page O'Announcements: Check out events happening all over campus: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Have a great week!
Best,
Sarah
Monday, November 16, 2009
November 16, 2009
Read below for information on a winter quarter class, how to borrow laptops from UW and much more!! Also, check your email this week for more information about additional astronomy classes (radio astronomy and history of astronomy) being offered winter quarter.
Numerical Methods in Astrophysics- winter course: This winter, Prof. Tom Quinn will be teaching numerical methods in astrophysics. The class, ASTR 497A (sln 10557) meets MW 1:30-2:50 and is three credits. As described by Prof. Quinn: "This is a hands-on course to learn methods for numerically solving problems that arise in astrophysics. Teaching programming is not the primary goal, nevertheless it is hoped that techniques for writing and debugging programs will be a useful side effect. Topics will include: interpolation and extrapolation, integration, ordinary differential equations, root finding, optimization, linear algebra, Monte-Carlo, an introduction to partial differential equations, and an introduction to parallel techniques." It is expected that you have some programming experience for this course.
Borrow Laptops and more!: UW Students can borrow laptops and other media equipment through the Student Technology Fee equipment loan program. Best of all there is no cost to borrow the equipment! Place a request online then pick it up in the basement of Kane Hall or at Health Sciences. Check out the details here: http://www.css.washington.edu/STFEquipment
Reserve study rooms at the Library: The study rooms in the libraries are awesome places to study! You can use the room for studying in groups or alone, the rooms can be reserved for up to 2 hours, and you get a key to go in and out of the room so you don't have to pack up all of your stuff to take a break. http://www.lib.washington.edu/services/facilities/studyRooms/
Thinking of becoming a teacher?: This Wednesday, Nov. 18 the UW College of Education is having an Open House. You can find out information about the Teacher Education Program and the Masters in Teaching degree. The Open House is 4:30-6pm in Miller 301. RSVP here http://education.washington.edu. You may also be interested in attending one of the information sessions specifically for potential teachers; Elementary Education 10/23/09 11am and Secondary Education 12/4/09 4pm. More info here: http://education.washington.edu/areas/tep/infosessions.html
Astro Lunch: Tuesday at 11:30 in Phys/Astr B356A, Rory Barnes (UW) will give a talk on "In with the Tide: the Coming Wave of Super-Earths, Super-Ios and Super- Venuses". Please feel free to bring your lunch!
Astrobiology Seminar: Tuesday at 2:30pm in Phys/Astr A118, Kevin Zahnle (NASA Ames) will give a talk on "Earth after the Moon-forming Impact".
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Misty Bentz (UC Irvine-- formerly a UW undergrad!) will give a talk on "New Reverberation Mapping Results from the Link AGN Monitoring Project". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Page O'Announcements: Always updated with campus information: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Science Workshop Facilitator Job: Science Workshop Facilitator
$13.25/hr, part-time, 9-19 hours per week
To apply, please submit resume to hr@girlscoutsww.org. For more information visit www.girlscoutsww.org
Numerical Methods in Astrophysics- winter course: This winter, Prof. Tom Quinn will be teaching numerical methods in astrophysics. The class, ASTR 497A (sln 10557) meets MW 1:30-2:50 and is three credits. As described by Prof. Quinn: "This is a hands-on course to learn methods for numerically solving problems that arise in astrophysics. Teaching programming is not the primary goal, nevertheless it is hoped that techniques for writing and debugging programs will be a useful side effect. Topics will include: interpolation and extrapolation, integration, ordinary differential equations, root finding, optimization, linear algebra, Monte-Carlo, an introduction to partial differential equations, and an introduction to parallel techniques." It is expected that you have some programming experience for this course.
Borrow Laptops and more!: UW Students can borrow laptops and other media equipment through the Student Technology Fee equipment loan program. Best of all there is no cost to borrow the equipment! Place a request online then pick it up in the basement of Kane Hall or at Health Sciences. Check out the details here: http://www.css.washington.edu/STFEquipment
Reserve study rooms at the Library: The study rooms in the libraries are awesome places to study! You can use the room for studying in groups or alone, the rooms can be reserved for up to 2 hours, and you get a key to go in and out of the room so you don't have to pack up all of your stuff to take a break. http://www.lib.washington.edu/services/facilities/studyRooms/
Thinking of becoming a teacher?: This Wednesday, Nov. 18 the UW College of Education is having an Open House. You can find out information about the Teacher Education Program and the Masters in Teaching degree. The Open House is 4:30-6pm in Miller 301. RSVP here http://education.washington.edu. You may also be interested in attending one of the information sessions specifically for potential teachers; Elementary Education 10/23/09 11am and Secondary Education 12/4/09 4pm. More info here: http://education.washington.edu/areas/tep/infosessions.html
Astro Lunch: Tuesday at 11:30 in Phys/Astr B356A, Rory Barnes (UW) will give a talk on "In with the Tide: the Coming Wave of Super-Earths, Super-Ios and Super- Venuses". Please feel free to bring your lunch!
Astrobiology Seminar: Tuesday at 2:30pm in Phys/Astr A118, Kevin Zahnle (NASA Ames) will give a talk on "Earth after the Moon-forming Impact".
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Misty Bentz (UC Irvine-- formerly a UW undergrad!) will give a talk on "New Reverberation Mapping Results from the Link AGN Monitoring Project". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Page O'Announcements: Always updated with campus information: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Science Workshop Facilitator Job: Science Workshop Facilitator
$13.25/hr, part-time, 9-19 hours per week
At Girl Scouts we know that given the opportunity, every girl can become a leader with the courage to act on her values, develop the ability to make clear decisions, and acquire the self confidence to make a difference in the world around her. Girl Scouts helps girls grow courageous and strong through girl-driven programs, reflecting the ever-changing needs and interests of girls.
Girl Scouts of Western Washington (http://www.girlscoutsww.org is currently seeking an enthusiastic individual (“Science is fun!”) looking to make an impact on the lives of girls to join our Science Program team as a Science Workshop Facilitator. This is a part-time, non-exempt position. Most working hours are late afternoons and evenings making it ideal for individuals seeking a second job or currently attending school.
Essential Functions:
- Facilitate fun, hands-on science workshops for girls in grades 2-5.
- Travel in Western Washington to facilitate, set-up and clean-up workshops.
- Assist with large-scale science events such as museum days, engineering events and science overnights.
- Prepare workshop materials and provide some assistance with curriculum development.
- Flexible schedule; primarily evenings and weekends, varies between 9-19 hours a week through June. Mileage is reimbursed.
- An ideal job for those interested in informal science education, youth work/teaching, science, or just helping girls grow strong.
- High school diploma/equivalent and at least 18 years of age.
- Three years college study or equivalent life/work experience working with youth with a background in science or education desired.
- Demonstrated passion for science and working with girls.
- Specific science topic knowledge not required, but a willingness to learn is.
- Skill and experience in working with children.
- Possess strong written and oral communication skills (in English) and strong interpersonal skills.
- Availability to work varied hours (primarily evenings/weekends)
. - Able to lift/carry up to 40 pounds.
- Possess valid Washington Driver’s license, proof of insurance and vehicle in working condition capable of carrying workshop materials.
- Maintain membership in Girl Scouts.
To apply, please submit resume to hr@girlscoutsww.
Have a great week!
Best,
Sarah
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
November 10, 2009
I am happy to announce that space has been dedicated for undergraduate studying in the computer lab! When we added five computers to the lab in September we removed the study space in the center of the room, but still wanted to provide a study space away from the computers. We have been able to move equipment out of the library section (towards the kitchen) and have put tables in. This space is now yours to use for studying!!
Don't forget, tomorrow is Veteran's Day so the University will be closed. Here are some events happening at UW to honor our Veterans: http://depts.washington.edu/memorial/veterans-day-open-houses/
Winter Registration: Many of you are registering for classes this week or next. Please stop in to see me if you have questions about what you should be registering for. If you need help finding a VLPA, I&S or Writing class, try using the General Education Requirement Search: http://www.washington.edu/students/timeschd/genedinq.html
Campus Writing Center: Did you know we have several writing centers on campus? There is one at Odegaard (http://depts.washington.edu/owrc/), one at CLUE (http://depts.washington.edu/clue/dropintutor_writing.php) and another at the Instruction Center (http://depts.washington.edu/ic/graphics/writing.php?style=graphics). Some tips about the writing center: make an appointment ahead of time (Odegaard in particular), bring anything you have that will help the tutor understand what you're trying to write, and you can go before you've even started writing to help brainstorm ideas. I went to check out Odegaard Writing Center last night and thought the tutor (Craig) was helpful, listened to my concerns about writing and had very insightful comments. Check it out and let me know what you think!
Study Smarter Workshops: The counseling center offers some great seminars on time management/procrastination and test anxiety/stress reduction. I sat in on the test anxiety/stress reduction workshop and was one of two people there! The student in the workshop essentially had a personal session with a counselor to address specific concerns about test taking. Check out the workshops offered here: http://depts.washington.edu/counsels/services/workshops/workshopstudy.html Don't have time to go to a workshop? Here are some tips for academic success: http://depts.washington.edu/counsels/services/workshops/workshoptips.html
Planetarium Notice: The planetarium will be undergoing projector renovation next week and will be unavailable for shows. Please remember that to use the planetarium you must be approved by the planetarium coordinator as well as sign up on the planetarium calendar. Email uwplanetarium@gmail.com to get approved and to sign up.
Astrobiology Seminar: Today at 2:30pm in Phys/Astr A118, Kevin Hand (JPL/CalTech) will give a talk on "Joule Heating of the South Polar Terrain on Enceladus".
Colloquium: Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Roy Williams (CalTech) will give a talk on "Multiwavelength, Multitemporal and Transspectral Astronomy". Please join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies!
Page O'Announcements: Updated almost daily with information that may be useful! http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/ I've added some links like "Looking for a Job" and the General Campus Advising Center which has a cool GPA calculator and more!!
Have an excellent week!
Best,
Sarah
Don't forget, tomorrow is Veteran's Day so the University will be closed. Here are some events happening at UW to honor our Veterans: http://depts.washington.edu/memorial/veterans-day-open-houses/
Winter Registration: Many of you are registering for classes this week or next. Please stop in to see me if you have questions about what you should be registering for. If you need help finding a VLPA, I&S or Writing class, try using the General Education Requirement Search: http://www.washington.edu/students/timeschd/genedinq.html
Campus Writing Center: Did you know we have several writing centers on campus? There is one at Odegaard (http://depts.washington.edu/owrc/), one at CLUE (http://depts.washington.edu/clue/dropintutor_writing.php) and another at the Instruction Center (http://depts.washington.edu/ic/graphics/writing.php?style=graphics). Some tips about the writing center: make an appointment ahead of time (Odegaard in particular), bring anything you have that will help the tutor understand what you're trying to write, and you can go before you've even started writing to help brainstorm ideas. I went to check out Odegaard Writing Center last night and thought the tutor (Craig) was helpful, listened to my concerns about writing and had very insightful comments. Check it out and let me know what you think!
Study Smarter Workshops: The counseling center offers some great seminars on time management/procrastination and test anxiety/stress reduction. I sat in on the test anxiety/stress reduction workshop and was one of two people there! The student in the workshop essentially had a personal session with a counselor to address specific concerns about test taking. Check out the workshops offered here: http://depts.washington.edu/counsels/services/workshops/workshopstudy.html Don't have time to go to a workshop? Here are some tips for academic success: http://depts.washington.edu/counsels/services/workshops/workshoptips.html
Planetarium Notice: The planetarium will be undergoing projector renovation next week and will be unavailable for shows. Please remember that to use the planetarium you must be approved by the planetarium coordinator as well as sign up on the planetarium calendar. Email uwplanetarium@gmail.com to get approved and to sign up.
Astrobiology Seminar: Today at 2:30pm in Phys/Astr A118, Kevin Hand (JPL/CalTech) will give a talk on "Joule Heating of the South Polar Terrain on Enceladus".
Colloquium: Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Roy Williams (CalTech) will give a talk on "Multiwavelength, Multitemporal and Transspectral Astronomy". Please join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies!
Page O'Announcements: Updated almost daily with information that may be useful! http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/ I've added some links like "Looking for a Job" and the General Campus Advising Center which has a cool GPA calculator and more!!
Have an excellent week!
Best,
Sarah
Monday, November 2, 2009
November 2, 2009
I hope that everyone had a great weekend! This week there are several events going on as well as some tips about figuring out classes you need to take so please read. Good luck to everyone taking the GRE Physics exam this Saturday!
Undergrad Bulletin Board: Don't forget to check out the undergrad board near the computer lab on the 3rd floor of Phys/Astr. There are research opportunities and graduate school postings to read through!
Undergrad Photos: Thanks to those that have sent me their photos for the undergrad board. Keep 'em coming! Please send me a photo of your self that we can use to add to the undergraduate photo directory. A few guidelines: send only photos of yourself, the photo should have you as the focus and please keep the photos appropriate for display in the Department.
DARS: DARS is a degree audit tool to help you see which classes you've already taken towards a degree and which classes you still need to complete. You can find DARS on MyUW, in the Student Personal Services box, look for "Degree Progress". You should run a DARS at least once a quarter to see where you're at. I've attached a planning sheet that you can use to help develop an academic plan. You may also find this website helpful to know when classes are typically offered in Astronomy and Physics: http://staff.washington.edu/sterrs/YearTS.htm. Make an appointment to see me if you have questions or want to review a plan you come up with.
Astrobiology Seminar: Tuesday, Nov. 3 at 2:30pm in PAA A118, Chris McKay (NASA Ames) will give a talk on "Results from the Mars Phoenix Mission for Mars Habitability and comparisons to Mars-like places on Earth".
Astrobiology Public Lecture: Chris McKay is also the public lecture speaker. On Tuesday at 7:30pm in Kane 120, Dr. McKay will give a talk on "Searching for Life". Free tickets can be obtained here: http://depts.washington.edu/astrobio/PubLec_tickets.html
Astro Lunch: On Wednesday this week at noon in the reading room, Phys/Astr B356A. Daniela Carollo (RSSA, Mt. Stromlo Obs.) will give a talk on "The Outer/Inner Halo Dichotomy as seen by SDSS". Please feel free to bring your lunch!
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Frank Bigiel (UC Berkeley) will give a talk on "The Relation between Gas and Star Formation in Nearby Galaxies on sub-kpc scales: What we learn about the Drivers of Cloud and Star Formation". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Page O'Announcements: Random announcements, job postings, etc. http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
NASA Paid Internship Opportunities: On Friday Nov. 13, 2009, the Washington NASA Space Grant Consortium will hold an information session on summer internships at NASA Centers, the Jet Propulsion Laboratory and our local industry partners. Student interns are being recruited for these internships from all fields of science,technology, engineering or math.
WHEN: 3:30-5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13.
WHERE: Johnson Hall (JHN) 102
*Free Food*
Former interns will chat about their experiences and offer insights into the application and interview process. This year we will have a Staff Scientist from the NASA Ames Research Center and a Program Coordinator from the NASA Johnson Space Center Skype in to speak about their opportunities to you and answer any questions you may have.
We will also give an overview of local research internship opportunities that will open soon, see below:
- Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP): http://www.waspacegrant.org/u-gradsum.html
- Private Industry in Washington State: http://www.waspacegrant.org/pvtindinterns.html
Aerojet
Tethers Unlimited
Woodruff Scientific Inc.
--Additionally, we will cover upcoming graduate student fellowships available: http://www.waspacegrant.org/grduate.html
Internship opportunities are located throughout the United States and applicants must be US citizens.
Food will be provided. This is an excellent opportunity to network, inform yourself about paid summer research work, and leverage yourself.
Have a great week!
Sarah
Undergrad Bulletin Board: Don't forget to check out the undergrad board near the computer lab on the 3rd floor of Phys/Astr. There are research opportunities and graduate school postings to read through!
Undergrad Photos: Thanks to those that have sent me their photos for the undergrad board. Keep 'em coming! Please send me a photo of your self that we can use to add to the undergraduate photo directory. A few guidelines: send only photos of yourself, the photo should have you as the focus and please keep the photos appropriate for display in the Department.
DARS: DARS is a degree audit tool to help you see which classes you've already taken towards a degree and which classes you still need to complete. You can find DARS on MyUW, in the Student Personal Services box, look for "Degree Progress". You should run a DARS at least once a quarter to see where you're at. I've attached a planning sheet that you can use to help develop an academic plan. You may also find this website helpful to know when classes are typically offered in Astronomy and Physics: http://staff.washington.edu/sterrs/YearTS.htm. Make an appointment to see me if you have questions or want to review a plan you come up with.
Astrobiology Seminar: Tuesday, Nov. 3 at 2:30pm in PAA A118, Chris McKay (NASA Ames) will give a talk on "Results from the Mars Phoenix Mission for Mars Habitability and comparisons to Mars-like places on Earth".
Astrobiology Public Lecture: Chris McKay is also the public lecture speaker. On Tuesday at 7:30pm in Kane 120, Dr. McKay will give a talk on "Searching for Life". Free tickets can be obtained here: http://depts.washington.edu/astrobio/PubLec_tickets.html
Astro Lunch: On Wednesday this week at noon in the reading room, Phys/Astr B356A. Daniela Carollo (RSSA, Mt. Stromlo Obs.) will give a talk on "The Outer/Inner Halo Dichotomy as seen by SDSS". Please feel free to bring your lunch!
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Frank Bigiel (UC Berkeley) will give a talk on "The Relation between Gas and Star Formation in Nearby Galaxies on sub-kpc scales: What we learn about the Drivers of Cloud and Star Formation". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Page O'Announcements: Random announcements, job postings, etc. http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
NASA Paid Internship Opportunities: On Friday Nov. 13, 2009, the Washington NASA Space Grant Consortium will hold an information session on summer internships at NASA Centers, the Jet Propulsion Laboratory and our local industry partners. Student interns are being recruited for these internships from all fields of science,technology, engineering or math.
WHEN: 3:30-5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13.
WHERE: Johnson Hall (JHN) 102
*Free Food*
Former interns will chat about their experiences and offer insights into the application and interview process. This year we will have a Staff Scientist from the NASA Ames Research Center and a Program Coordinator from the NASA Johnson Space Center Skype in to speak about their opportunities to you and answer any questions you may have.
We will also give an overview of local research internship opportunities that will open soon, see below:
- Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP): http://www.waspacegrant.org/u-gradsum.html
- Private Industry in Washington State: http://www.waspacegrant.org/pvtindinterns.html
Aerojet
Tethers Unlimited
Woodruff Scientific Inc.
--Additionally, we will cover upcoming graduate student fellowships available: http://www.waspacegrant.org/grduate.html
Internship opportunities are located throughout the United States and applicants must be US citizens.
Food will be provided. This is an excellent opportunity to network, inform yourself about paid summer research work, and leverage yourself.
Have a great week!
Sarah
Monday, October 26, 2009
October 26, 2009
Thanks to everyone that made it to the undergrad meeting last week. We covered classes for the year as well as discussed some upcoming "new" classes. The Department will be converting some special topics courses, previously listed under ASTR 497 to designated course numbers. This will be beneficial so rather than "special topics" showing on your transcript it will say "Numerical Methods in Astronomy" for example. This will not be retroactive, so if you've already taken special topics courses, they will remain on your transcript listed as "special topics". Let me know if you have questions about this. I will send out a final list next quarter.
Undergraduate Photos: Have you noticed the Department photo directory in the seating area on our floor? We need to add more undergraduates to this board! Please send me a digital photo of your self and I will put them up. Photos will be cropped and must be approved before going on the board, so please send nice pictures of yourself where you are easily seen.
Movie Night Oct. 30: Join the undergrads this Friday for a pre-Halloween movie night! We'll meet around 5pm in the computer lab. RSVP on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/event.php?eid=158213123411&index=1
Page O'Announcements: Check out the blog for information on a study abroad for physics students: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/2009/10/rise-research-internships-in-science.html See the entire blog here: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/ Included on the right of the page are links to help find a job.
Winter Classes: Take a look at the winter time schedule to set your classes for next quarter. http://www.washington.edu/students/timeschd/WIN2010/ Stop in to see me if you have questions about what you should be taking.
Astrobiology Seminar: Tuesday Oct 27 at 2:30pm, Jade Bond (Univ of Arizona) will give a presentation on "The Diversity of Extrasolar Terrestrial Planets". The talk will take place in Phys/Astr A118.
Astrobiology Public Lecture: Tuesday, Oct 27 at 7:30pm, Keith Benson will give a talk on "Charles Darwin and Evolution Theory". The talk will take place in Kane 120 and free tickets are available here: http://depts.washington.edu/astrobio/PubLec_tickets.html
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Gerhardt Meurer (Johns Hopkins Univ) will give a talk on "Star Formation Scaling Relations in HI Selected Galaxies'. Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Have a great week!
Best,
Sarah
Undergraduate Photos: Have you noticed the Department photo directory in the seating area on our floor? We need to add more undergraduates to this board! Please send me a digital photo of your self and I will put them up. Photos will be cropped and must be approved before going on the board, so please send nice pictures of yourself where you are easily seen.
Movie Night Oct. 30: Join the undergrads this Friday for a pre-Halloween movie night! We'll meet around 5pm in the computer lab. RSVP on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/event.php?eid=158213123411&index=1
Page O'Announcements: Check out the blog for information on a study abroad for physics students: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/2009/10/rise-research-internships-in-science.html See the entire blog here: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/ Included on the right of the page are links to help find a job.
Winter Classes: Take a look at the winter time schedule to set your classes for next quarter. http://www.washington.edu/students/timeschd/WIN2010/ Stop in to see me if you have questions about what you should be taking.
Astrobiology Seminar: Tuesday Oct 27 at 2:30pm, Jade Bond (Univ of Arizona) will give a presentation on "The Diversity of Extrasolar Terrestrial Planets". The talk will take place in Phys/Astr A118.
Astrobiology Public Lecture: Tuesday, Oct 27 at 7:30pm, Keith Benson will give a talk on "Charles Darwin and Evolution Theory". The talk will take place in Kane 120 and free tickets are available here: http://depts.washington.edu/astrobio/PubLec_tickets.html
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Gerhardt Meurer (Johns Hopkins Univ) will give a talk on "Star Formation Scaling Relations in HI Selected Galaxies'. Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Have a great week!
Best,
Sarah
Monday, October 19, 2009
October 19, 2009
Hi everyone,
Today is the quarterly undergraduate meeting! Join us at 3pm in B356A, aka the reading room to hear about summer research experiences, class recommendations for the year and much more!! Cookies will be available!!
Mary Gates Research Scholarship: are competitive scholarships available to enhance the educational experiences of students in all majors who are engaged in research with faculty. Autumn quarter deadline to apply is November 6, 2009 by 5pm. To learn more about the scholarship and attend information sessions, visit: http://www.washington.edu/uaa/mge/apply/research/deadlines.htm
NASA Undergraduate Student Research Project Spring and Summer 2010 Sessions
See you this afternoon and have a great week!
Today is the quarterly undergraduate meeting! Join us at 3pm in B356A, aka the reading room to hear about summer research experiences, class recommendations for the year and much more!! Cookies will be available!!
Mary Gates Research Scholarship: are competitive scholarships available to enhance the educational experiences of students in all majors who are engaged in research with faculty. Autumn quarter deadline to apply is November 6, 2009 by 5pm. To learn more about the scholarship and attend information sessions, visit: http://www.washington.edu/uaa/mge/apply/research/deadlines.htm
NASA Undergraduate Student Research Project Spring and Summer 2010 Sessions
NASA’s Undergraduate Student Research Project is currently accepting applications for 15-week spring internships and 10-week summer 2009 internships. These internships offer students the opportunity to work alongside NASA scientists and engineers at NASA's field centers, laboratories and test facilities. The application deadline for the spring 2010 internships is Oct. 23, 2009. Applications for the summer 2010 session are due Jan. 22, 2010.
For more information and to apply online, visit http://usrp.usra.edu .
Attending a conference?: apply for an Undergraduate Research Conference Travel Award to help with your expenses. Visit http://www.washington.edu/research/urp/students/urcta.html for details and application.
Winter 2010 Time Schedule: http://www.washington.edu/students/timeschd/WIN2010/ Check out your classes for next quarter. Please stop in to see me if you have questions about what classes you should be taking.
Astrobiology Seminar: Tuesday at 2:30pm in Phys/Astr A118, Steve Benner (Univ of Florida) will give a talk on "Understanding the Origin of Life".
Astrobiology Fall Lecture Series: This quarter, Astrobiology is hosting a series of lectures. This week, Steve Benner will give a talk at 7:30pm in 120 Kane Hall on "The Origin of Life, the Universe and the Scientific Method". Get your free tickets for the next lecture (and further information) at http://depts.washington.edu/astrobio/PubLec_tickets.html
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Leo Girardi (INAF) will give a talk on "Star Clusters with Dual Red Clumps". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies!
Page O'Announcements: Looking for a job? Check out the new links on the right side of the Page O'announcements blog. I've listed 4 websites (aside from the POA itself) where you can search. http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
See you this afternoon and have a great week!
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
October 13, 2009
There are lots of different talks going on this week as well as some important research scholarship information to read about this week. Take a look!
Mary Gates Research Scholarship: This scholarship is for students who are already engaged in a research project and would like funding to help them continue their research. The scholarship is paid out in two quarterly installments of $2,000 each. The deadline to apply is November 6 by 5pm. There will be information sessions on Wed, Oct. 14 2:30-3:30 in 258 MGH and on Thurs, Oct. 15 4:30-5:30 in 211 MGH. Find out more here: http://www.washington.edu/uaa/mge/
Building Use Permits: Don't forget to pick up your building use permit if you have Phys/Astr building keys! You can stop by the front office and ask anyone to help you get one.
Graduation Applications: For those wanting to graduate this year, please come and see me to fill out important graduation paperwork! You will need to see each department that you are majoring in.
Science and Engineering Career Fair: October 29, noon - 5pm in the HUB ballroom. Check out the employers that will be there: http://uwseba.org/career-fair.html.
Astrobiology Seminar: Today (Tuesday) at 2:30pm in PAA A118, J. Michael Brown (UW- ESS) will give a presentation on "High Pressure Astrobiology: A Tutorial".
Colloquium: Thursday at 4pm in PAA A102, Moshe Eliztur (Univ of Kentucky) will give a talk on "The AGN Torus -- A Paradigm Change". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Page O'Announcements: A few job opportunities were just posted today. Make sure to check out the links on the right of the page for course information and grad school tips. http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com
Mary Gates Research Scholarship: This scholarship is for students who are already engaged in a research project and would like funding to help them continue their research. The scholarship is paid out in two quarterly installments of $2,000 each. The deadline to apply is November 6 by 5pm. There will be information sessions on Wed, Oct. 14 2:30-3:30 in 258 MGH and on Thurs, Oct. 15 4:30-5:30 in 211 MGH. Find out more here: http://www.washington.edu/uaa/mge/
Building Use Permits: Don't forget to pick up your building use permit if you have Phys/Astr building keys! You can stop by the front office and ask anyone to help you get one.
Graduation Applications: For those wanting to graduate this year, please come and see me to fill out important graduation paperwork! You will need to see each department that you are majoring in.
Science and Engineering Career Fair: October 29, noon - 5pm in the HUB ballroom. Check out the employers that will be there: http://uwseba.org/career-fair.html.
Astrobiology Seminar: Today (Tuesday) at 2:30pm in PAA A118, J. Michael Brown (UW- ESS) will give a presentation on "High Pressure Astrobiology: A Tutorial".
Colloquium: Thursday at 4pm in PAA A102, Moshe Eliztur (Univ of Kentucky) will give a talk on "The AGN Torus -- A Paradigm Change". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Page O'Announcements: A few job opportunities were just posted today. Make sure to check out the links on the right of the page for course information and grad school tips. http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com
Monday, October 5, 2009
October 5, 2009
There are lots of talks and events going on this week. Check out details below!
Undergrad Rep: Nominations for the undergraduate rep have been collected and elections will begin on Friday morning. Look in your inbox for details on how to vote on Friday!
Schedule Changes: October 6 (Tuesday!) is the last day to make changes to your class schedule without incurring any fees or tuition forfeiture.
Graduating Seniors! Please apply for graduation this quarter, even if you don't plan to graduate until Spring or Summer 2010. You need to fill out an application in each department you are majoring in.
Building Use Permits: All students that have building keys are required to have a building use permit. These permits are renewed quarterly and allow you to be in the Phys/Astr bldg after hours. Please stop by the Astronomy main office to pick up your new autumn quarter permit.
Astro Lunch: Astro Lunch is an informal talk given on Tuesdays at noon in Phys/Astr B356A (the reading room adjacent to the undergrad computer lab). Tomorrow at noon is a talk by Matthew Walker (University of Cambridge) who will give a talk on "The Milky Way's Satellites: Masses and Profiles".
Colloquium: Colloquium is on Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, everyone is welcome to attend. This week Anil Seth (Harvard Center for Astrophysics-- formerly a PhD student here at UW) will give a talk on "Nuclear Star Clusters and Black Holes". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Page O'announcements: Lots of campus events and some jobs posted recently: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Gateway Center Advising: The Gateway center located in Mary Gates Hall is a great place to get advice. They have a fantastic website with lots of helpful tools. Check it out: http://www.washington.edu/uaa/gateway/advising/index.php
Enjoy the week and sunshine while it lasts! Feel free to stop in or make an appointment if you have questions.
Undergrad Rep: Nominations for the undergraduate rep have been collected and elections will begin on Friday morning. Look in your inbox for details on how to vote on Friday!
Schedule Changes: October 6 (Tuesday!) is the last day to make changes to your class schedule without incurring any fees or tuition forfeiture.
Graduating Seniors! Please apply for graduation this quarter, even if you don't plan to graduate until Spring or Summer 2010. You need to fill out an application in each department you are majoring in.
Building Use Permits: All students that have building keys are required to have a building use permit. These permits are renewed quarterly and allow you to be in the Phys/Astr bldg after hours. Please stop by the Astronomy main office to pick up your new autumn quarter permit.
Astro Lunch: Astro Lunch is an informal talk given on Tuesdays at noon in Phys/Astr B356A (the reading room adjacent to the undergrad computer lab). Tomorrow at noon is a talk by Matthew Walker (University of Cambridge) who will give a talk on "The Milky Way's Satellites: Masses and Profiles".
Colloquium: Colloquium is on Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, everyone is welcome to attend. This week Anil Seth (Harvard Center for Astrophysics-- formerly a PhD student here at UW) will give a talk on "Nuclear Star Clusters and Black Holes". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Page O'announcements: Lots of campus events and some jobs posted recently: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Gateway Center Advising: The Gateway center located in Mary Gates Hall is a great place to get advice. They have a fantastic website with lots of helpful tools. Check it out: http://www.washington.edu/uaa/gateway/advising/index.php
Enjoy the week and sunshine while it lasts! Feel free to stop in or make an appointment if you have questions.
Monday, September 28, 2009
September 28, 2009
Welcome to all of our new and returning Astronomy majors!
On behalf of the entire Department, I hope that you all had a enjoyable summer. The start of fall quarter is always my favorite time of year when I get to meet so many new students and check in with returning ones. I love to hear of your summer adventures, the incredible research you were doing and about the jobs you worked. Send me emails of what you did this summer! Now we're all back and ready to start this new school year off! There are some important topics I want to cover so please read on.
Undergrad Representative Elections: Thank you to James Bushong who worked hard as your undergraduate representative last year. At this time we would like to collect nominations for a representative for the 2009-2010 academic year. You can nominate yourself or someone else; all of those nominated will be asked if they would like to hold the position. After nominations we will hold brief elections. To make a nomination please visit: https://catalysttools.washington.edu/webq/survey/sterrs/84671
The undergraduate representative attends faculty meetings and acts as a liaison to the faculty. When issues arise, the chair will contact the undergraduate representative to assist with finding a solution.
Computer Lab: Thanks to some amazing proposal writing and volunteer effort you all now have 24 new computers! Please be respectful of this area and the computers. Remember to avoid eating/drinking and be sure to clean up after yourself. Let's try to keep the lab as clean as possible! Also note that during the quarter there are classes held in the lab. I will post a schedule on the door so you know when the computers (or most of them at least) are in use.
Graduating Seniors!!: If you plan to graduate this year (including spring and summer!), please come see me within the next few weeks to fill out graduation paperwork. Paperwork must be filled out in each department that you are majoring in. Graduation paperwork for minors can be filled out along with the major in any department.
Science and Engineering Career Fair: October 29 from noon-5pm in the HUB Ballroom. There will be a large number companies hiring graduating seniors. Check out more information here: http://www.uwseba.org/career-fair.html
GRE Physics Deadline: The deadline to register for the Nov. 7 GRE Physics exam is October 2. Visit www.gre.com to register.
State of the Department: Join us at 3pm Tuesday (Sep. 29) to kick off the new year and hear what has been happening in the Department. This annual event will be in Phys/Astr C520. Food will be served at 2:45pm.
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Lisa Kewley (University of Hawaii) will give a talk on "Chemical Evolution of Galaxies: Local Mergers to Cosmic Time". Please join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Page O'Announcements: The Page O'announcements is updated all the time. Check out the links on the right of the page for graduate school resources, general advising tips and the Astronomy annual course offerings. http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
We hope to see you in the coming weeks even if it's just a quick hello as you're off to class. As always, please let Paula (szkody@astro.washington.edu) or myself know if you have any questions.
Welcome back!
Sarah
On behalf of the entire Department, I hope that you all had a enjoyable summer. The start of fall quarter is always my favorite time of year when I get to meet so many new students and check in with returning ones. I love to hear of your summer adventures, the incredible research you were doing and about the jobs you worked. Send me emails of what you did this summer! Now we're all back and ready to start this new school year off! There are some important topics I want to cover so please read on.
Undergrad Representative Elections: Thank you to James Bushong who worked hard as your undergraduate representative last year. At this time we would like to collect nominations for a representative for the 2009-2010 academic year. You can nominate yourself or someone else; all of those nominated will be asked if they would like to hold the position. After nominations we will hold brief elections. To make a nomination please visit: https://catalysttools.washington.edu/webq/survey/sterrs/84671
The undergraduate representative attends faculty meetings and acts as a liaison to the faculty. When issues arise, the chair will contact the undergraduate representative to assist with finding a solution.
Computer Lab: Thanks to some amazing proposal writing and volunteer effort you all now have 24 new computers! Please be respectful of this area and the computers. Remember to avoid eating/drinking and be sure to clean up after yourself. Let's try to keep the lab as clean as possible! Also note that during the quarter there are classes held in the lab. I will post a schedule on the door so you know when the computers (or most of them at least) are in use.
Graduating Seniors!!: If you plan to graduate this year (including spring and summer!), please come see me within the next few weeks to fill out graduation paperwork. Paperwork must be filled out in each department that you are majoring in. Graduation paperwork for minors can be filled out along with the major in any department.
Science and Engineering Career Fair: October 29 from noon-5pm in the HUB Ballroom. There will be a large number companies hiring graduating seniors. Check out more information here: http://www.uwseba.org/career-fair.html
GRE Physics Deadline: The deadline to register for the Nov. 7 GRE Physics exam is October 2. Visit www.gre.com to register.
State of the Department: Join us at 3pm Tuesday (Sep. 29) to kick off the new year and hear what has been happening in the Department. This annual event will be in Phys/Astr C520. Food will be served at 2:45pm.
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Lisa Kewley (University of Hawaii) will give a talk on "Chemical Evolution of Galaxies: Local Mergers to Cosmic Time". Please join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Page O'Announcements: The Page O'announcements is updated all the time. Check out the links on the right of the page for graduate school resources, general advising tips and the Astronomy annual course offerings. http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
We hope to see you in the coming weeks even if it's just a quick hello as you're off to class. As always, please let Paula (szkody@astro.washington.edu) or myself know if you have any questions.
Welcome back!
Sarah
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
August 25, 2009
I hope you're all having an incredible summer! Some of you are just getting back from REUs or traveling the world, others just finished summer quarter and are finally getting to relax. Regardless of what you are doing, I hope this email finds you all well.
I have a list of announcements and important things for you to consider, so please read on!
Astronomy Computer Lab: Thanks to the efforts of Tom Riecken, the undergrad computer lab is getting an upgrade! We will be installing 25 new workstations in the lab ready for everyone to use when school begins. We need 4 volunteers to help us with tear down, reorganizing and setup. We will be doing this starting Sep. 10 and hope to finish no later than Sep. 16. Free pizza for those that volunteer! Please email me if you are willing to volunteer your time.
Undergraduate Representative: Thanks to James Bushong, who has done a great job being the undergraduate representative for the first term. We would like to hold elections for a new representative once school begins. The undergrad representative attends faculty meetings and acts as a liaison for undergraduates to the department. Please consider being the undergraduate representative for the 2009-2010 year! I'll send out more details as the new quarter approaches.
GRE Physics Registration Deadlines: For those of you planning to take the GRE Physics subject test this fall, please note the registration deadlines. For the Oct. 10 test date, registration ends September 4 (next week!). The Nov. 7 test date has a registration deadline of Oct. 2.
Dawg Daze: Check out all of the great events happening on campus the week of Sep. 27, http://depts.washington.edu/dawgdaze/index.php. You may want to visit Odegaard on Sep. 28 from 1-4pm where UW Technology will be introducing microsoft and google partnerships, plus prizes and giveaways.
Mary Gates Research Scholarship: The Mary Gates Research Scholarship provides awards of $4,000 paid out over two quarters. The deadline to apply is November 6 by 5pm. Please visit the website and read more: http://www.washington.edu/uaa/mge/.
Page O'Announcements: Several campus job announcements have been posted recently, check out the blog! http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
I'm around all break, so feel free to send me an email or stop in to say hi! Now is a great time to meet if you want to work out class schedules or a graduation plan.
Best,
Sarah
I have a list of announcements and important things for you to consider, so please read on!
Astronomy Computer Lab: Thanks to the efforts of Tom Riecken, the undergrad computer lab is getting an upgrade! We will be installing 25 new workstations in the lab ready for everyone to use when school begins. We need 4 volunteers to help us with tear down, reorganizing and setup. We will be doing this starting Sep. 10 and hope to finish no later than Sep. 16. Free pizza for those that volunteer! Please email me if you are willing to volunteer your time.
Undergraduate Representative: Thanks to James Bushong, who has done a great job being the undergraduate representative for the first term. We would like to hold elections for a new representative once school begins. The undergrad representative attends faculty meetings and acts as a liaison for undergraduates to the department. Please consider being the undergraduate representative for the 2009-2010 year! I'll send out more details as the new quarter approaches.
GRE Physics Registration Deadlines: For those of you planning to take the GRE Physics subject test this fall, please note the registration deadlines. For the Oct. 10 test date, registration ends September 4 (next week!). The Nov. 7 test date has a registration deadline of Oct. 2.
Dawg Daze: Check out all of the great events happening on campus the week of Sep. 27, http://depts.washington.edu/dawgdaze/index.php. You may want to visit Odegaard on Sep. 28 from 1-4pm where UW Technology will be introducing microsoft and google partnerships, plus prizes and giveaways.
Mary Gates Research Scholarship: The Mary Gates Research Scholarship provides awards of $4,000 paid out over two quarters. The deadline to apply is November 6 by 5pm. Please visit the website and read more: http://www.washington.edu/uaa/mge/.
Page O'Announcements: Several campus job announcements have been posted recently, check out the blog! http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
I'm around all break, so feel free to send me an email or stop in to say hi! Now is a great time to meet if you want to work out class schedules or a graduation plan.
Best,
Sarah
Monday, June 8, 2009
June 8, 2009
Congratulations on a fantastic year! The Astronomy Department will be open during the summer so please send email or stop in to say hello. I will resume the weekly emails in September just before school begins. We will still send out important information as it comes up over the summer so be sure to check your email.
Congratulations to our graduation class of 2009!!!
Darrell Bird
Eric Bullock
Frank Garcia
Dylan Grayston
Aaron Hossak
Bryce Kalmbach
Ryan Maas
Rosalie McGurk
Dylan Morgan
Tanner Nakagawara
Aaron Prestegard
Mcihael Rodruck
Amy Rose
Andrew Short
Nick Ule
Baer Prize: We had 5 undergrads win the Baer prize last week!
Thomas Gomez
Jeanne McKeever
Lauren Pope
Thomas Riecken
Eric Bullock
Check out the Page O'Announcements over the summer for upcoming events, jobs and other great opportunities: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Congratulations to our graduation class of 2009!!!
Darrell Bird
Eric Bullock
Frank Garcia
Dylan Grayston
Aaron Hossak
Bryce Kalmbach
Ryan Maas
Rosalie McGurk
Dylan Morgan
Tanner Nakagawara
Aaron Prestegard
Mcihael Rodruck
Amy Rose
Andrew Short
Nick Ule
Baer Prize: We had 5 undergrads win the Baer prize last week!
Thomas Gomez
Jeanne McKeever
Lauren Pope
Thomas Riecken
Eric Bullock
Check out the Page O'Announcements over the summer for upcoming events, jobs and other great opportunities: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Monday, June 1, 2009
June 1, 2009
You've all made it to the last week of classes! Good luck on your upcoming exams. There are just a few announcements this week as we head into summer. The department is open over the summer, so please feel free to email or stop in!
Undergrad Meeting Minutes:
Curriculum Highlights:
- ASTR 497A (sln 10599) in autumn quarter is a 1 credit CR/NC research seminar where you will listen to presentations by members of our department in various research fields.
- ASTR 482 (sln 10598) is our writing course where you will create a graduate school application essay, resume and research articles.
- A comprehensive list of classes being offered next year is listed here: http://staff.washington.edu/sterrs/YearTS.htm
Graduate School tip: Paula suggested that those interested in applying for graduate schools make a list of schools they want to apply to then check that list with at least 3 faculty members (feel free to run this list past Paula as one). Each faculty member has a different perspective on the schools and may be able to give you some insight.
GRE Physics Test Dates 09-10: Oct. 10 (registration deadline Sep. 4) and Nov. 7 (registration deadline Oct. 2). See www.gre.com for details. Some tips on the GRE and helpful websites are on the wiki (which can be accessed while you're on a dept. computer): http://librarian.phys.washington.edu/astro/index.php/GRE. (Graduating seniors, please feel free to add your comments/helpful websites to the wiki!)
Jobs in Astronomy: job postings are available on the bulletin board outside of the computer lab as well as the AAS job register: http://members.aas.org/JobReg/JobRegister.cfm
PAL: Thanks to Suzanne, our dept. chair, for working so hard to keep the Phys/Astr Library open! Here is the link for student employment opportunities with the UW Libraries throughout campus: http://www.lib.washington.edu/about/employment/students/.
Baer Prize: Join us on Thursday at colloquium to congratulate the recipients of the John Baer Prize, an undergraduate award given to those with outstanding research, academics or service to the Department.
Colloquium: Thursday at 4pm in PAA A102, Monika Kress (SJSU) will give a talk on "Evolution of organics in planet-forming disks". This is the last colloquium for the quarter, so please join us for coffee, tea and cookies in the foyer at 3:45pm.
Page O'Announcements: Updated throughout the summer... http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/.
Have a great week!
Undergrad Meeting Minutes:
Curriculum Highlights:
- ASTR 497A (sln 10599) in autumn quarter is a 1 credit CR/NC research seminar where you will listen to presentations by members of our department in various research fields.
- ASTR 482 (sln 10598) is our writing course where you will create a graduate school application essay, resume and research articles.
- A comprehensive list of classes being offered next year is listed here: http://staff.washington.edu/sterrs/YearTS.htm
Graduate School tip: Paula suggested that those interested in applying for graduate schools make a list of schools they want to apply to then check that list with at least 3 faculty members (feel free to run this list past Paula as one). Each faculty member has a different perspective on the schools and may be able to give you some insight.
GRE Physics Test Dates 09-10: Oct. 10 (registration deadline Sep. 4) and Nov. 7 (registration deadline Oct. 2). See www.gre.com for details. Some tips on the GRE and helpful websites are on the wiki (which can be accessed while you're on a dept. computer): http://librarian.phys.washington.edu/astro/index.php/GRE. (Graduating seniors, please feel free to add your comments/helpful websites to the wiki!)
Jobs in Astronomy: job postings are available on the bulletin board outside of the computer lab as well as the AAS job register: http://members.aas.org/JobReg/JobRegister.cfm
PAL: Thanks to Suzanne, our dept. chair, for working so hard to keep the Phys/Astr Library open! Here is the link for student employment opportunities with the UW Libraries throughout campus: http://www.lib.washington.edu/about/employment/students/.
Baer Prize: Join us on Thursday at colloquium to congratulate the recipients of the John Baer Prize, an undergraduate award given to those with outstanding research, academics or service to the Department.
Colloquium: Thursday at 4pm in PAA A102, Monika Kress (SJSU) will give a talk on "Evolution of organics in planet-forming disks". This is the last colloquium for the quarter, so please join us for coffee, tea and cookies in the foyer at 3:45pm.
Page O'Announcements: Updated throughout the summer... http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/.
Have a great week!
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
May 26, 2009
Hi everyone,
I hope you all enjoyed the long weekend. Tomorrow (Wed.) at 4pm, we will have our quarterly undergraduate meeting. Join us in the reading room (B356A) to hear about classes for next year, research and plans for our graduating seniors. Snacks will be provided. Read below for scholarships, fun events, summer course in planetary geology, a planetarium update and more!
Presidential and Boeing Scholarships:
EIP is now accepting applications for Presidential and Boeing Scholarship. The Stipend will range from $3,500-$4,500 for both Presidential and Boeing Scholarship for 2009-2010 Academic Year. Deadline June 30.
For printer friendly application online via PDF, please go to:
http://depts.washington.edu/eip/
For further information related to Presidential Scholarship please go to:
http://depts.washington.edu/eip/presschol.htm
For further description of the Boeing Scholarship please go to:
http://depts.washington.edu/eip/boeing.htm
To look at the profiles of past & present Presidential and Boeing Scholars please go to:
http://depts.washington.edu/eip/Presidential%20and%20Boeing.htm
http://depts.washington.edu/eip/Presidential%20and%20Boeing%202007-2008.htm.
Washington Research Foundation Fellowship: Washington Research Foundation Fellowships (WRFF) for advanced undergraduates support promising students who work on creative and sophisticated science and engineering research projects under the guidance of UW faculty. Deadline is June 1. More information and application available at: http://www.washington.edu/research/urp/students/wrff.html.
Mars Research in ESS: The research position working in ESS has been filled.
Planetary Geology Summer ESS 306:
This course offers an up-to-date survey of features and processes on and within planets and their moons deduced from sampling, remote sensing, spacecraft imagery, and theory. Comparative discussion of topics that include impact
cratering, volcanism, tectonics, surface processes and the role of water and ices. Prerequisite: either ESS 101, ESS 105, ESS 210, ESS 211, OR SIMILAR. Contact the insreuctor, Josh Bandfield for an add code if needed. His email address is: joshband@u.washington.edu
ESS 306 sln 11108 Meets TTh 12:40-2:10, T 2:20-4:30
Physettes Bowling: Join the Physettes for a fun night of bowling at the HUB Games Area. Thursday, 5pm. Bring food, $3 for bowling and hang out.
Planetarium Update: The planetarium is currently under going some difficulties. It seems that a motor is not working. The star ball makes a lot a noise and tends to smoke if left on for more than a few seconds.
Please do not use the star ball in the planetarium. Toby is investigating this and will give us an update when we know more.
Baer Prize: Every year the faculty award the John E. Baer Prize to undergraduates that have shown outstanding work and enthusiasm for research, coursework or outreach. Please join us at the final colloquium for this year on June 4 at 4pm in PAA A102 as we announce the winners of this award.
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in PAA A102, Lucianne Walkowicz (UC Berkeley, PhD from UW) will give a talk on "Winning the Stellar Staring Contest: Highlights of the Kepler Mission". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Page O'Announcements: Updated regularly with classes and events: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Enjoy the week!
Best,
Sarah
I hope you all enjoyed the long weekend. Tomorrow (Wed.) at 4pm, we will have our quarterly undergraduate meeting. Join us in the reading room (B356A) to hear about classes for next year, research and plans for our graduating seniors. Snacks will be provided. Read below for scholarships, fun events, summer course in planetary geology, a planetarium update and more!
Presidential and Boeing Scholarships:
EIP is now accepting applications for Presidential and Boeing Scholarship. The Stipend will range from $3,500-$4,500 for both Presidential and Boeing Scholarship for 2009-2010 Academic Year. Deadline June 30.
For printer friendly application online via PDF, please go to:
http://depts.washington.edu/eip/
For further information related to Presidential Scholarship please go to:
http://depts.washington.edu/eip/presschol.htm
For further description of the Boeing Scholarship please go to:
http://depts.washington.edu/eip/boeing.htm
To look at the profiles of past & present Presidential and Boeing Scholars please go to:
http://depts.washington.edu/eip/Presidential%20and%20Boeing.htm
http://depts.washington.edu/eip/Presidential%20and%20Boeing%202007-2008.htm.
Washington Research Foundation Fellowship: Washington Research Foundation Fellowships (WRFF) for advanced undergraduates support promising students who work on creative and sophisticated science and engineering research projects under the guidance of UW faculty. Deadline is June 1. More information and application available at: http://www.washington.edu/research/urp/students/wrff.html.
Mars Research in ESS: The research position working in ESS has been filled.
Planetary Geology Summer ESS 306:
This course offers an up-to-date survey of features and processes on and within planets and their moons deduced from sampling, remote sensing, spacecraft imagery, and theory. Comparative discussion of topics that include impact
cratering, volcanism, tectonics, surface processes and the role of water and ices. Prerequisite: either ESS 101, ESS 105, ESS 210, ESS 211, OR SIMILAR. Contact the insreuctor, Josh Bandfield for an add code if needed. His email address is: joshband@u.washington.edu
ESS 306 sln 11108 Meets TTh 12:40-2:10, T 2:20-4:30
Physettes Bowling: Join the Physettes for a fun night of bowling at the HUB Games Area. Thursday, 5pm. Bring food, $3 for bowling and hang out.
Planetarium Update: The planetarium is currently under going some difficulties. It seems that a motor is not working. The star ball makes a lot a noise and tends to smoke if left on for more than a few seconds.
Please do not use the star ball in the planetarium. Toby is investigating this and will give us an update when we know more.
Baer Prize: Every year the faculty award the John E. Baer Prize to undergraduates that have shown outstanding work and enthusiasm for research, coursework or outreach. Please join us at the final colloquium for this year on June 4 at 4pm in PAA A102 as we announce the winners of this award.
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in PAA A102, Lucianne Walkowicz (UC Berkeley, PhD from UW) will give a talk on "Winning the Stellar Staring Contest: Highlights of the Kepler Mission". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Page O'Announcements: Updated regularly with classes and events: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Enjoy the week!
Best,
Sarah
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Research Scholarships- May 19, 2009
I wanted to send out a special email about a few research scholarships with deadlines approaching. I encourage you to apply as we have had several undergraduates be very successful in obtaining these scholarships. - Sarah
Presidential and Boeing Scholarship
Presidential and Boeing Scholarship
We are now accepting applications for Presidential and Boeing Scholarship. The Stipend will range from $3,500-$4,500 for both Presidential and Boeing Scholarship for 2009-2010 Academic Year. Deadline June 30.
For printer friendly application online via PDF, please go to:
For further information related to Presidential Scholarship please go to:
For further description of the Boeing Scholarship please go to:
To look at the profiles of past & present Presidential and Boeing Scholars please go to:
http://depts.washington.edu/eip/Presidential%20and%20Boeing%202007-2008.htm.
Washington Research Foundation Fellowship: Washington Research Foundation Fellowships (WRFF) for advanced undergraduates support promising students who work on creative and sophisticated science and engineering research projects under the guidance of UW faculty. Deadline is June 1. More information and application available at: http://www.washington.edu/research/urp/students/wrff.html.
Washington Research Foundation Fellowship: Washington Research Foundation Fellowships (WRFF) for advanced undergraduates support promising students who work on creative and sophisticated science and engineering research projects under the guidance of UW faculty. Deadline is June 1. More information and application available at: http://www.washington.edu/research/urp/students/wrff.html.
Monday, May 18, 2009
May 18, 2009
Finally some beautiful, warm weather this weekend that I hope you all had some time to enjoy. Mark your calendars! There will be an undergraduate majors meeting on Wednesday, May 27 at 4pm in the reading room (B356A). We have a number of talks going on this week so read below and I hope to see you at some of them!
Class Scheduling for 09-10: Please be sure to look at the proposed class schedule for the next academic year for both astronomy and physics. Both can be found here: http://staff.washington.edu/sterrs/YearTS.htm. Several of you have already noticed that Phys 324: electromagnetism is only offered autumn and summer next year. Phys 331: Optics is only offered in the autumn. Taking a look at future quarters may save you some headache later on. Let me know if there are scheduling questions.
Astro Lunch: Tomorrow at 12:30pm in B356A, Nate Kaib (UW) will give a talk on "Constraining Solar System Formation with Long-Period Comets". Please bring your lunch to this informal talk.
Astrobiology Seminar: Tomorrow at 2:30pm in PAA A118, Dirk Schulze-Makuch (WSU) will give a talk on "Mars, Venus, and What's Life Got To Do With it".
John Baer Prize: Every year the faculty award the John E. Baer Prize to undergraduates that have shown outstanding work and enthusiasm for research, coursework or outreach. Please join us at the final colloquium for this year on June 4 at 4pm in PAA A102 as we announce the winners of this award.
Debra Fischer Public Lecture: Wednesday at 7pm in Architecture 147, Dr. Debra Fischer (San Francisco State Univ) will give a public lecture on "Searching for Earths". This talk will focus on the types of planets that have been found so far, with an eye toward understanding how our solar system compares. We will also discuss the conditions that are important for life as we know it and our future plans to one day obtain a picture of a pale blue dot orbiting a nearby star. Everyone is welcome to attend. *No tickets required*
Colloquium: Dr. Debra Fischer is also our colloquium speaker this Thursday. At 4pm in PAA A102, Dr. Fischer's talk is on "Formation of Planets in Binary Star Systems". This is her scientific talk during her visit and will have a slightly different focus and level of assumed knowledge than the public lecture on Wednesday; perfect for astronomy majors to attend! Please join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
MESA Tutoring: MESA (Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement) is looking for summer math tutors. Take a look at the application for details: http://staff.washington.edu/sterrs/MESATutorApplication09.doc.
Page O'Announcements: As always, the Announcement page is updated with new job postings and campus events. Take a look! http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Enjoy the week and have a great Memorial Day weekend!
Class Scheduling for 09-10: Please be sure to look at the proposed class schedule for the next academic year for both astronomy and physics. Both can be found here: http://staff.washington.edu/sterrs/YearTS.htm. Several of you have already noticed that Phys 324: electromagnetism is only offered autumn and summer next year. Phys 331: Optics is only offered in the autumn. Taking a look at future quarters may save you some headache later on. Let me know if there are scheduling questions.
Astro Lunch: Tomorrow at 12:30pm in B356A, Nate Kaib (UW) will give a talk on "Constraining Solar System Formation with Long-Period Comets". Please bring your lunch to this informal talk.
Astrobiology Seminar: Tomorrow at 2:30pm in PAA A118, Dirk Schulze-Makuch (WSU) will give a talk on "Mars, Venus, and What's Life Got To Do With it".
John Baer Prize: Every year the faculty award the John E. Baer Prize to undergraduates that have shown outstanding work and enthusiasm for research, coursework or outreach. Please join us at the final colloquium for this year on June 4 at 4pm in PAA A102 as we announce the winners of this award.
Debra Fischer Public Lecture: Wednesday at 7pm in Architecture 147, Dr. Debra Fischer (San Francisco State Univ) will give a public lecture on "Searching for Earths". This talk will focus on the types of planets that have been found so far, with an eye toward understanding how our solar system compares. We will also discuss the conditions that are important for life as we know it and our future plans to one day obtain a picture of a pale blue dot orbiting a nearby star. Everyone is welcome to attend. *No tickets required*
Colloquium: Dr. Debra Fischer is also our colloquium speaker this Thursday. At 4pm in PAA A102, Dr. Fischer's talk is on "Formation of Planets in Binary Star Systems". This is her scientific talk during her visit and will have a slightly different focus and level of assumed knowledge than the public lecture on Wednesday; perfect for astronomy majors to attend! Please join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
MESA Tutoring: MESA (Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement) is looking for summer math tutors. Take a look at the application for details: http://staff.washington.edu/sterrs/MESATutorApplication09.doc.
Page O'Announcements: As always, the Announcement page is updated with new job postings and campus events. Take a look! http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Enjoy the week and have a great Memorial Day weekend!
Monday, May 11, 2009
May 11, 2009
There has been a lot of email circling about the Phys/Astr Library closure. A website has been setup here if you want to follow the details or add comments: http://faculty.washington.edu/london/pal/index.html
Fall Registration: Registration is upon us for autumn quarter. Please make sure you run a DARS (found on MyUW) to get an up-to-date audit of which classes you still need to complete for your major requirements. I'm happy to answer questions about classes, stop in or send an email.
Astro Lunch: Tuesday at 12:30 in Phys/Astr B356A (aka the reading room), Adi Zolotov (NYU) will give an informal talk on "The Dual Origin of Stellar Halos". Please feel free to bring your lunch.
Astrobiology Seminar: Tuesday at 2:30pm, John Peters (Montana State Univ) will give a talk on "Iron-Sulfur Enzymes: Insights into the origin of life on Earth". The talk will be in Phys/Astr A118.
Astro Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Amy Mainzer (JPL) will be giving a talk on the "Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer (WISE)". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Undergraduate Research Symposium: This Friday is the Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium at Mary Gates Hall. The symposium is all afternoon and we have lots of students participating. Posters will be up from noon-1 and a different set from 2:30-3:30, check out all of the astronomy research your peers are doing! We have a room of astronomy-related talks going on from 1-2:30pm in MGH 284, Kenza Arraki, James Bushong, Lauren Pope, Whitney Kropat and Joel Leigh.
Page O'Announcements: Another job was posted today and still filled with lots of great campus events. http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
The Astronaut Scholarship Experience: We are pleased to invite you to the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation Experience presentation by Space Grant scholar Pavan Vaswani. Please look below for the details. We will have snacks, coffee and some other goodies for you.
Speaker: Pavan Vaswani
Title: Breakfast with Buzz Aldrin and on the Launchpad of the Shuttle Endeavor: The Astronaut Scholarship Experience
When: Thursday 5/14 from 3.30-5.00 pm
Where: JHN 117
Pavan's Summary:
I had a chance to attend the Astronaut Scholarship Reception and Technical Conference in beautiful Cape Canaveral, Florida last week. It was an amazing trip -- we had breakfast with Buzz Aldrin, Jim Lovell, Al Warden, Scott Carpenter, Laura Shepherd and many others; were able to go ONTO the launchpad of the Space Shuttle Endeavor and see the last time in history two shuttles will be on both launchpads; went to the Orbital Processing Facility to see Discovery being prepared for an upcoming trip; attended a Gala where we dined underneath a Saturn V rocket; talked to Astronauts, Cosmonauts, private aerospace corporation CEOs, space enthusiasts, and others.
Have a great week.
Fall Registration: Registration is upon us for autumn quarter. Please make sure you run a DARS (found on MyUW) to get an up-to-date audit of which classes you still need to complete for your major requirements. I'm happy to answer questions about classes, stop in or send an email.
Astro Lunch: Tuesday at 12:30 in Phys/Astr B356A (aka the reading room), Adi Zolotov (NYU) will give an informal talk on "The Dual Origin of Stellar Halos". Please feel free to bring your lunch.
Astrobiology Seminar: Tuesday at 2:30pm, John Peters (Montana State Univ) will give a talk on "Iron-Sulfur Enzymes: Insights into the origin of life on Earth". The talk will be in Phys/Astr A118.
Astro Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Amy Mainzer (JPL) will be giving a talk on the "Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer (WISE)". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Undergraduate Research Symposium: This Friday is the Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium at Mary Gates Hall. The symposium is all afternoon and we have lots of students participating. Posters will be up from noon-1 and a different set from 2:30-3:30, check out all of the astronomy research your peers are doing! We have a room of astronomy-related talks going on from 1-2:30pm in MGH 284, Kenza Arraki, James Bushong, Lauren Pope, Whitney Kropat and Joel Leigh.
Page O'Announcements: Another job was posted today and still filled with lots of great campus events. http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
The Astronaut Scholarship Experience: We are pleased to invite you to the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation Experience presentation by Space Grant scholar Pavan Vaswani. Please look below for the details. We will have snacks, coffee and some other goodies for you.
Speaker: Pavan Vaswani
Title: Breakfast with Buzz Aldrin and on the Launchpad of the Shuttle Endeavor: The Astronaut Scholarship Experience
When: Thursday 5/14 from 3.30-5.00 pm
Where: JHN 117
Pavan's Summary:
I had a chance to attend the Astronaut Scholarship Reception and Technical Conference in beautiful Cape Canaveral, Florida last week. It was an amazing trip -- we had breakfast with Buzz Aldrin, Jim Lovell, Al Warden, Scott Carpenter, Laura Shepherd and many others; were able to go ONTO the launchpad of the Space Shuttle Endeavor and see the last time in history two shuttles will be on both launchpads; went to the Orbital Processing Facility to see Discovery being prepared for an upcoming trip; attended a Gala where we dined underneath a Saturn V rocket; talked to Astronauts, Cosmonauts, private aerospace corporation CEOs, space enthusiasts, and others.
Have a great week.
Monday, May 4, 2009
May 4, 2009
Thanks to all that volunteered at the open house this weekend! It was great to have a large undergraduate presence there. I also got the chance to say hello to many of you with your families at the Frank Drake talk on Saturday. Check out the image attached, these are the "Floater" life forms that Frank Drake talked about at the lecture.
Here are some things to keep in mind this week:
Autumn Quarter Registration: Begins Monday! Feel free to stop in to see Paula and myself to make sure you're on track with classes. Run a degree audit (DARS) through MyUW to see what classes you still need to take.
Autumn Astro Classes: Autumn quarter we are offering the following courses for majors:
Astronomy 321: Solar System
Astronomy 425: Cosmology
Astronomy 482: Scientific Writing
Astronomy 497: Undergraduate research seminar
Astronomy 500: Methods for Teaching Astronomy
Annual Drop/Satisfactory-Non Satisfactory Grading: The last day to use your annual course drop or to change the course grading to satisfactory/non-satisfactory is May 17. Review the policies regarding your annual drop (http://www.washington.edu/students/reg/wdpolicy.html) and S/NS Grading (http://www.washington.edu/students/gencat/front/Grading_Sys.html). Courses graded S/NS do not count towards requirements needed to graduate.
Astrobiology Seminar: Tomorrow at 2:30pm, Felisa Wolfe-Simon (Harvard) will give a talk on "Geobiochemistry and Evolutionary Metallomics: The evolution of life and the biochemical consequences of Earth history". Felisa's talk will be in Phys/Astr A118.
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm, Shep Doeleman (MIT) will give a talk on "mm/submm VLBI of SgrA*: An Event Horizon Telescope". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer of Phys/Astr A102 for coffee, tea and cookies.
Page O'announcements: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/ A great place to get info on campus events, courses, scholarships and many other topics! Note that today I posted a job announcement for a student assistant at the dental school and I know a few of you are looking for jobs. Housing and Food Services and the libraries are other great places to look for on campus jobs: hfs.washington.edu "Student Employment" and lib.washington.edu "About --> Employment".
Have a great week! Feel free to stop by if you have any questions.
Thanks,
Sarah
Here are some things to keep in mind this week:
Autumn Quarter Registration: Begins Monday! Feel free to stop in to see Paula and myself to make sure you're on track with classes. Run a degree audit (DARS) through MyUW to see what classes you still need to take.
Autumn Astro Classes: Autumn quarter we are offering the following courses for majors:
Astronomy 321: Solar System
Astronomy 425: Cosmology
Astronomy 482: Scientific Writing
Astronomy 497: Undergraduate research seminar
Astronomy 500: Methods for Teaching Astronomy
Annual Drop/Satisfactory-Non Satisfactory Grading: The last day to use your annual course drop or to change the course grading to satisfactory/non-satisfactory is May 17. Review the policies regarding your annual drop (http://www.washington.edu/students/reg/wdpolicy.html) and S/NS Grading (http://www.washington.edu/students/gencat/front/Grading_Sys.html). Courses graded S/NS do not count towards requirements needed to graduate.
Astrobiology Seminar: Tomorrow at 2:30pm, Felisa Wolfe-Simon (Harvard) will give a talk on "Geobiochemistry and Evolutionary Metallomics: The evolution of life and the biochemical consequences of Earth history". Felisa's talk will be in Phys/Astr A118.
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm, Shep Doeleman (MIT) will give a talk on "mm/submm VLBI of SgrA*: An Event Horizon Telescope". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer of Phys/Astr A102 for coffee, tea and cookies.
Page O'announcements: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/ A great place to get info on campus events, courses, scholarships and many other topics! Note that today I posted a job announcement for a student assistant at the dental school and I know a few of you are looking for jobs. Housing and Food Services and the libraries are other great places to look for on campus jobs: hfs.washington.edu "Student Employment" and lib.washington.edu "About --> Employment".
Have a great week! Feel free to stop by if you have any questions.
Thanks,
Sarah
Monday, April 27, 2009
April 27, 2009
We had such a nice weekend, let's keep our fingers crossed for this next one! Thanks to many of you that have volunteered to help at the open house this weekend. We could still use a few more volunteers if you're interested. Specifically, I am looking for a few students to help with ticket taking at the Frank Drake lecture on May 2. This would involve greeting guests and taking tickets (or checking names off a list) at the entrances to Kane 120. You would need to be at Kane by 6:30pm with the lecture starting at 7pm. For helping out, volunteers will not need a ticket and will have reserved seats! Please let me know if you're interested.
Here are some other events going on this week:
Open House: Saturday, May 2! All are welcome to attend. We'll have a variety of talks like "Venus: The Planet from Hell" and "Massive Stars", sundial and pendulum tours, and planetarium shows. Join us from 4-7pm in the Physics/Astronomy Auditorium building. 7-8pm is Frank Drake's lecture in Kane 120 and following the public lecture there will be telescope viewing in Red Square (weather permitting). Note that the public lecture at 7pm is currently full. Students are encouraged to attend Thursday colloquium.
Grad/Undergrad Pizza Lunch: The astronomy graduate students invite all undergraduates to a pizza lunch on Wednesday at 12:30 in Phys/Astr B356A (aka the Reading Room). Pizza will be $1/slice. Join this informal group to discuss questions on your mind. This lunch in particular will have a focus of discussing graduate school and studying for the GRE Physics exam.
Astro Lunch: Tomorrow at 12:30 in Phys/Astr B356A (the reading room), George Wallerstein (UW) will give a talk on "The Chemical Composition of RR Lyrae Stars". Feel free to bring your lunch to this informal talk.
Astrobiology Seminar: Tomorrow at 2:30pm in Phys/Astr A118, Stephen Wood (UW ESS) will give a talk on "Mars Subsurface Warming at Low Obliquity: Potential for periodic production of liquid water".
Colloquium: Frank Drake will give a scientific talk on "The Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence" this Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102. This will be similar to his public lecture on Saturday, but for a scientific audience. I encourage you all to attend! Dr. Frank Drake is the founder of the Search for Extra-Terrestrial Intelligence (SETI). Dr. Drake is a leader in astrobiology and is famous for formulating an equation which estimates the number of civilizations in the Milky Way Galaxy that would be in a position to communicate with the Earth. He'll be talking about the Drake Equation and about recent developments in SETI. Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies!
ESS 306 Planetary Geology Course: ESS 306, Planetary Geology Summer Quarter (full term) TTh 12:40 - 2:10, Lab T 2:20- 4:30) SLN 11108 Up-to-date survey of features and processes on and within planets and their moons deduced from sampling, remote sensing, spacecraft imagery, and theory. Comparative discussion of topics that include impact cratering, volcanism, tectonics, surface processes and the role of water and ices. Prerequisite: either ESS 101, ESS 105, ESS 210, ESS 211.
Let me know if you have any questions!
Best,
Sarah
Here are some other events going on this week:
Open House: Saturday, May 2! All are welcome to attend. We'll have a variety of talks like "Venus: The Planet from Hell" and "Massive Stars", sundial and pendulum tours, and planetarium shows. Join us from 4-7pm in the Physics/Astronomy Auditorium building. 7-8pm is Frank Drake's lecture in Kane 120 and following the public lecture there will be telescope viewing in Red Square (weather permitting). Note that the public lecture at 7pm is currently full. Students are encouraged to attend Thursday colloquium.
Grad/Undergrad Pizza Lunch: The astronomy graduate students invite all undergraduates to a pizza lunch on Wednesday at 12:30 in Phys/Astr B356A (aka the Reading Room). Pizza will be $1/slice. Join this informal group to discuss questions on your mind. This lunch in particular will have a focus of discussing graduate school and studying for the GRE Physics exam.
Astro Lunch: Tomorrow at 12:30 in Phys/Astr B356A (the reading room), George Wallerstein (UW) will give a talk on "The Chemical Composition of RR Lyrae Stars". Feel free to bring your lunch to this informal talk.
Astrobiology Seminar: Tomorrow at 2:30pm in Phys/Astr A118, Stephen Wood (UW ESS) will give a talk on "Mars Subsurface Warming at Low Obliquity: Potential for periodic production of liquid water".
Colloquium: Frank Drake will give a scientific talk on "The Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence" this Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102. This will be similar to his public lecture on Saturday, but for a scientific audience. I encourage you all to attend! Dr. Frank Drake is the founder of the Search for Extra-Terrestrial Intelligence (SETI). Dr. Drake is a leader in astrobiology and is famous for formulating an equation which estimates the number of civilizations in the Milky Way Galaxy that would be in a position to communicate with the Earth. He'll be talking about the Drake Equation and about recent developments in SETI. Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies!
ESS 306 Planetary Geology Course: ESS 306, Planetary Geology Summer Quarter (full term) TTh 12:40 - 2:10, Lab T 2:20- 4:30) SLN 11108 Up-to-date survey of features and processes on and within planets and their moons deduced from sampling, remote sensing, spacecraft imagery, and theory. Comparative discussion of topics that include impact cratering, volcanism, tectonics, surface processes and the role of water and ices. Prerequisite: either ESS 101, ESS 105, ESS 210, ESS 211.
Let me know if you have any questions!
Best,
Sarah
Monday, April 20, 2009
April 20, 2009
Spring is finally here! I hope the quarter is going well so far, please stop by if you have any questions. Here are some events and things to keep in mind this week.
Astronomy Colloquium: Thursday at 4pm in A102, Drake Deming (NASA Goddard SFC) will give a talk on "The EPOXI/EPOCh Investigation of Extrasolar Planets". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Open House Posters: As part of the open house, we would like to display student research posters. If you have a mounted research poster to share, please email me to work out details. We are asking to have you stand with your poster for 30-45 minutes to answer questions. The Open House is May 2 from 4-7pm. We have lots of volunteer opportunities, if you would like to volunteer in other ways please email me.
Page O'Announcements: Lots of good info about campus events, occasional job postings and other good info for Astronomy students. http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Best,
Sarah
Astronomy Colloquium: Thursday at 4pm in A102, Drake Deming (NASA Goddard SFC) will give a talk on "The EPOXI/EPOCh Investigation of Extrasolar Planets". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Open House Posters: As part of the open house, we would like to display student research posters. If you have a mounted research poster to share, please email me to work out details. We are asking to have you stand with your poster for 30-45 minutes to answer questions. The Open House is May 2 from 4-7pm. We have lots of volunteer opportunities, if you would like to volunteer in other ways please email me.
Page O'Announcements: Lots of good info about campus events, occasional job postings and other good info for Astronomy students. http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Best,
Sarah
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
April 13, 2009
I hope you're all doing well and enjoyed the weekend. Here are some things to keep in mind this week.
Astronomy Open House: This is the International Year of Astronomy and we are planning a great open house but we could use your help in making it happen. If you're interested in volunteering check out the wiki and sign up for an event: http://librarian.phys.washington.edu/astro/index.php/Open_House.
>From 4-7pm in the Phys/Astr Auditorium there will be lab demos, talks, edible comets, and planetarium shows. At 7pm, join us in Kane 120 for a talk by Frank Drake, SETI. 8pm we will join members of the astronomical societies for a night viewing in Red Square.
Colloquium: This week, Jason Barnes (Univ of Idaho) will give a talk on "Titan- An Oasis in the Outer Solar System". The talk is on Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102. Coffee, tea and cookies are served at 3:45pm in the foyer. Please join us!
DARS (Degree Audit Reporting System): DARS is an incredible tool for you to use while trying to figure out which classes to take next quarter or seeing how close you are to graduating. DARS takes your personal transcript and runs it through any major on campus to show you what requirements you've met and which ones you still need to complete. To access DARS, log in to MyUW and look for DARS in the student services section. Feel free to print it out and we can review it with you!
TUI summer internship: If you are looking for a private industry internship over the summer this may be an option for you. Tethers Unlimited Inc. TUI, based in Bothell, develops advanced space technologies for NASA and the Department of Defense. Their areas of research include advanced space propulsion, avionics and space instrumentation, underwater tether systems, and the fabrication and testing of spacecraft components.Learn more bout Tethers at:
http://www.tethers.com/
If you are interested, look at the flyer (http://staff.washington.edu/sterrs/TUI%20Summer%20Internships%202009.pdf) for application instructions and apply by May 8th. Ensure you let Carlos Chavez know that you are applying for this opportunity via e-mail (jcc5@u.washington.edu).
Have a great week everyone!
Best,
Sarah
Astronomy Open House: This is the International Year of Astronomy and we are planning a great open house but we could use your help in making it happen. If you're interested in volunteering check out the wiki and sign up for an event: http://librarian.phys.washington.edu/astro/index.php/Open_House.
>From 4-7pm in the Phys/Astr Auditorium there will be lab demos, talks, edible comets, and planetarium shows. At 7pm, join us in Kane 120 for a talk by Frank Drake, SETI. 8pm we will join members of the astronomical societies for a night viewing in Red Square.
Colloquium: This week, Jason Barnes (Univ of Idaho) will give a talk on "Titan- An Oasis in the Outer Solar System". The talk is on Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102. Coffee, tea and cookies are served at 3:45pm in the foyer. Please join us!
DARS (Degree Audit Reporting System): DARS is an incredible tool for you to use while trying to figure out which classes to take next quarter or seeing how close you are to graduating. DARS takes your personal transcript and runs it through any major on campus to show you what requirements you've met and which ones you still need to complete. To access DARS, log in to MyUW and look for DARS in the student services section. Feel free to print it out and we can review it with you!
TUI summer internship: If you are looking for a private industry internship over the summer this may be an option for you. Tethers Unlimited Inc. TUI, based in Bothell, develops advanced space technologies for NASA and the Department of Defense. Their areas of research include advanced space propulsion, avionics and space instrumentation, underwater tether systems, and the fabrication and testing of spacecraft components.Learn more bout Tethers at:
http://www.tethers.com/
If you are interested, look at the flyer (http://staff.washington.edu/sterrs/TUI%20Summer%20Internships%202009.pdf) for application instructions and apply by May 8th. Ensure you let Carlos Chavez know that you are applying for this opportunity via e-mail (jcc5@u.washington.edu).
Have a great week everyone!
Best,
Sarah
Monday, April 6, 2009
April 6, 2009
Spring is finally here! Take a moment this week to walk through the Quad and enjoy the cherry blossoms. There are some important items in this week's email so please read on.
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102 Jaymie Matthews (U British Columbia) will give a talk on "The MOST microsat: A suitcase full of stars (and exoplanets)". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Astrobiology Seminar: Tuesday at 2:30pm in Phys/Astr A118, Melissa Trainer (NASA Goddard) will give a talk on "Abiotic Chemistry, Atmospheric Hazes, Titan, and the Early Earth".
Astronomy Honors Requirement: majors interested in graduating "with Distinction" can apply for departmental honors. Requirements: 3.7 gpa in Astronomy coursework and 6 credits of Astronomy 499 research. Please see Sarah Garner in the front office to apply.
University Foreign Language Changes: The University has approved the following change for the foreign language requirement. Beginning Autumn 2009, students can satisfy the University foreign language if they completed the third year of a high school foreign language. This is not an option for anyone graduating in spring or summer 2009. If you have questions about this please contact me.
Open House Volunteers needed: Please consider volunteering for the Astronomy Open House on Sat. May 2. If you are interested you can view available positions on the wiki http://librarian.phys.washington.edu/astro/index.php/Community:Open_House#Volunteers (access from a dept. computer) or contact Ferah Munshi (fdm@astro.washington.edu).
Page O'Announcements: A great place to learn about campus events, jobs, career opportunities and scholarships. Also has great links for Astronomy majors on the side: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Masters in Teaching Info Session: Math/Science Master in Teaching Info Session is Tuesday, April 28th at 5pm. Are you interested in learning more about becoming a Math or Science Teacher? You're invited to this info session to learn more about programs, faculty, student experience and specific funding opportunities available. Please register for the session here: https://catalysttools.washington.edu/webq/survey/paulajw/72435.
Summer Undergraduate Research Program: This summer program has a $4,000 full time stipend and a $2,000 part time stipend. It runs from June 22 - August 21. The deadline to apply is April 17. Details: http://www.waspacegrant.org/u-gradsum.html
McNair Program: The Ronald E. McNair Scholars Program prepares undergraduates for doctoral study through involvement in research and scholarly activities, including a minimum $2,800 research stipend. The deadline to apply is April 24. For more information please go to: http://depts.washington.edu/uwmcnair/about.htm
You will find the online application in printable PDF in: http://depts.washington.edu/uwmcnair/index.htm
In order to apply for the McNair Program, you must meet the following eligibility criteria, set by the U.S. Department of Education. Because this is a federally funded program, these are strict requirements.
To be eligible, you:
· must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
· must be a low-income student who is also a first-generation college student (for detailed descriptions, click on the links); or
must be a member of a group that is underrepresented in graduate education (African American, American Indian/Alaskan Native, Hispanic/Latino, or Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander)
· must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate in a degree program at the UW1
· must have completed 36 credits by the time of initial entry into the program
· must have at least one year remaining before graduation (i.e., if you are graduating within the year, you are not eligible for the program)
· must have a minimum cumulative GPA of: 2.8 (sophomores), 3.0 (juniors), 3.2 (seniors)
· must express STRONG desire to attain a Ph.D.2
1Post-baccalaureate students and students who already have one bachelors degree are not eligible for the program.
2Students whose career goals include a medical (MD) or other professional degree (JD, MBA, PharmD, etc.) are not eligible for the program.
UW Career Fair: April 15 at the HUB from 3-7pm. Details here: http://careers.washington.edu/UW-Spring-Fair
On Campus Job Interview Program: employers come to campus and interview students for jobs! April 6- May 29. Find out more: http://careers.washington.edu/Students/On-Campus-Interviews
Please stop by and see me if you have any questions.
Best,
Sarah
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102 Jaymie Matthews (U British Columbia) will give a talk on "The MOST microsat: A suitcase full of stars (and exoplanets)". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Astrobiology Seminar: Tuesday at 2:30pm in Phys/Astr A118, Melissa Trainer (NASA Goddard) will give a talk on "Abiotic Chemistry, Atmospheric Hazes, Titan, and the Early Earth".
Astronomy Honors Requirement: majors interested in graduating "with Distinction" can apply for departmental honors. Requirements: 3.7 gpa in Astronomy coursework and 6 credits of Astronomy 499 research. Please see Sarah Garner in the front office to apply.
University Foreign Language Changes: The University has approved the following change for the foreign language requirement. Beginning Autumn 2009, students can satisfy the University foreign language if they completed the third year of a high school foreign language. This is not an option for anyone graduating in spring or summer 2009. If you have questions about this please contact me.
Open House Volunteers needed: Please consider volunteering for the Astronomy Open House on Sat. May 2. If you are interested you can view available positions on the wiki http://librarian.phys.washington.edu/astro/index.php/Community:Open_House#Volunteers (access from a dept. computer) or contact Ferah Munshi (fdm@astro.washington.edu).
Page O'Announcements: A great place to learn about campus events, jobs, career opportunities and scholarships. Also has great links for Astronomy majors on the side: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Masters in Teaching Info Session: Math/Science Master in Teaching Info Session is Tuesday, April 28th at 5pm. Are you interested in learning more about becoming a Math or Science Teacher? You're invited to this info session to learn more about programs, faculty, student experience and specific funding opportunities available. Please register for the session here: https://catalysttools.washington.edu/webq/survey/paulajw/72435.
Summer Undergraduate Research Program: This summer program has a $4,000 full time stipend and a $2,000 part time stipend. It runs from June 22 - August 21. The deadline to apply is April 17. Details: http://www.waspacegrant.org/u-gradsum.html
McNair Program: The Ronald E. McNair Scholars Program prepares undergraduates for doctoral study through involvement in research and scholarly activities, including a minimum $2,800 research stipend. The deadline to apply is April 24. For more information please go to: http://depts.washington.edu/uwmcnair/about.htm
You will find the online application in printable PDF in: http://depts.washington.edu/uwmcnair/index.htm
In order to apply for the McNair Program, you must meet the following eligibility criteria, set by the U.S. Department of Education. Because this is a federally funded program, these are strict requirements.
To be eligible, you:
· must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
· must be a low-income student who is also a first-generation college student (for detailed descriptions, click on the links); or
must be a member of a group that is underrepresented in graduate education (African American, American Indian/Alaskan Native, Hispanic/Latino, or Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander)
· must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate in a degree program at the UW1
· must have completed 36 credits by the time of initial entry into the program
· must have at least one year remaining before graduation (i.e., if you are graduating within the year, you are not eligible for the program)
· must have a minimum cumulative GPA of: 2.8 (sophomores), 3.0 (juniors), 3.2 (seniors)
· must express STRONG desire to attain a Ph.D.2
1Post-baccalaureate students and students who already have one bachelors degree are not eligible for the program.
2Students whose career goals include a medical (MD) or other professional degree (JD, MBA, PharmD, etc.) are not eligible for the program.
UW Career Fair: April 15 at the HUB from 3-7pm. Details here: http://careers.washington.edu/UW-Spring-Fair
On Campus Job Interview Program: employers come to campus and interview students for jobs! April 6- May 29. Find out more: http://careers.washington.edu/Students/On-Campus-Interviews
Please stop by and see me if you have any questions.
Best,
Sarah
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
March 30, 2009
Welcome to spring quarter! It doesn't quite feel like spring but hopefully it's just around the corner. Here are some things to keep in mind this week.
Registration: You have until April 5 to change your course schedule on MyUW without incurring any fees or tuition forfeiture. Let me know if you're having any registration problems.
Research Form: If you are registering (or have already registered) for Astr 499, undergrad research you need to fill out a form and have your research adviser sign it. Please pick up a form in the Astronomy front office.
Building Permits: Remember that you need building permits if you have keys and will be in the computer lab after hours or on weekends. Please stop by the front office to pick yours up.
Astrobiology Seminar: Tuesday at 2:30pm in Phys/Astr A118, Radu Popa (Portland State Univ) will give a talk on "Xenobiology- The non-Earth-centric quest for the origin of life".
Astro Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Rory Barnes (UW) will give a talk on "Packed Planetary Systems". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Have a great first week back!
Best,
Sarah
Registration: You have until April 5 to change your course schedule on MyUW without incurring any fees or tuition forfeiture. Let me know if you're having any registration problems.
Research Form: If you are registering (or have already registered) for Astr 499, undergrad research you need to fill out a form and have your research adviser sign it. Please pick up a form in the Astronomy front office.
Building Permits: Remember that you need building permits if you have keys and will be in the computer lab after hours or on weekends. Please stop by the front office to pick yours up.
Astrobiology Seminar: Tuesday at 2:30pm in Phys/Astr A118, Radu Popa (Portland State Univ) will give a talk on "Xenobiology- The non-Earth-centric quest for the origin of life".
Astro Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Rory Barnes (UW) will give a talk on "Packed Planetary Systems". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Have a great first week back!
Best,
Sarah
Monday, March 16, 2009
March 16, 2009
This is the last email for winter quarter. As we finish up, there are just a few things to keep in mind.
Building Use Permits: If you have keys to the building, you must renew your building permit quarterly. Please stop in the Astronomy front office and pick up your spring quarter permit.
Summer Undergrad Research Program (SURP): This summer program has a $4,000 full time stipend and a $2,000 part time stipend. It runs from June 22 - August 21. The deadline to apply is April 17. Details: http://www.waspacegrant.org/u-gradsum.html
Page O'Announcements: Updated over spring break! http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Let me know if you're having trouble registering or finding classes for spring. Enjoy your spring break!
Best,
Sarah
Building Use Permits: If you have keys to the building, you must renew your building permit quarterly. Please stop in the Astronomy front office and pick up your spring quarter permit.
Summer Undergrad Research Program (SURP): This summer program has a $4,000 full time stipend and a $2,000 part time stipend. It runs from June 22 - August 21. The deadline to apply is April 17. Details: http://www.waspacegrant.org/u-gradsum.html
Page O'Announcements: Updated over spring break! http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Let me know if you're having trouble registering or finding classes for spring. Enjoy your spring break!
Best,
Sarah
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
March 9, 2009
The quarter is nearly over! Check out what's happening this week:
Radio Astronomy Seminar: Spring quarter there will be a 1 credit radio astronomy seminar offered. It is credit/no credit and offered Tues at 12:30-1:20 (sln 19234). Let me know if you have questions about this.
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Karrie Gilbert (UW) will give a talk on "Stellar Halo Formation in a Hierarchical Universe: Lessons from Our Sister Galaxy M31". Join us at 3:45pm for coffee, tea and cookies in the foyer.
Astro Lunch: Tuesday, at 12:30 in Phys/Astr B356, Erika Bohm-Vitense (UW) will give a talk on "The influence of rotation on convection, and vice versa". Feel free to bring your lunch.
Page O'Announcements: Lots of good info! http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Have a great week.
Best,
Sarah
Radio Astronomy Seminar: Spring quarter there will be a 1 credit radio astronomy seminar offered. It is credit/no credit and offered Tues at 12:30-1:20 (sln 19234). Let me know if you have questions about this.
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Karrie Gilbert (UW) will give a talk on "Stellar Halo Formation in a Hierarchical Universe: Lessons from Our Sister Galaxy M31". Join us at 3:45pm for coffee, tea and cookies in the foyer.
Astro Lunch: Tuesday, at 12:30 in Phys/Astr B356, Erika Bohm-Vitense (UW) will give a talk on "The influence of rotation on convection, and vice versa". Feel free to bring your lunch.
Page O'Announcements: Lots of good info! http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Have a great week.
Best,
Sarah
Friday, March 6, 2009
Spring 09 Radio Astronomy Seminar
Dear all,
In Spring quarter we will offer a one-hour-per-week series of lectures and lab demos on "Radio Astronomy". Prof. Sullivan will give lectures on principles of observing and measuring signals; Prof. Morales will provide 1-2 weeks of lab demonstrations of basic measurements of radio power and frequencies; and Dr. Murphy will focus on what's being viewed in the sky (synchrotron and free-free radiation, H II regions and supernova remnants, the sun, pulsars, 21 cm H line, etc.). We are designing these to be good background info for those undergrads interested in the Student Radio Telescope, although in the short available time only limited topics can be covered. The course will be one credit-hour, graded CR/NC, and student responsibility, besides some readings and participation in classes, will be a short paper (5-6 pp.) on some aspect of radio astronomy.
In Winter quarter 2010, there is also a good chance that Sullivan will be teaching ASTR 497 (Special Topics, 3 credits) on the topic of "Radio Astronomy". Stay tuned.
Course details: ASTR 497A (sln 19234) meets Tues 12:30 - 1:20 in Benson 203. Registration is now open.
Please contact Prof. Sullivan or myself if you have questions.
Thanks,
Sarah
In Spring quarter we will offer a one-hour-per-week series of lectures and lab demos on "Radio Astronomy". Prof. Sullivan will give lectures on principles of observing and measuring signals; Prof. Morales will provide 1-2 weeks of lab demonstrations of basic measurements of radio power and frequencies; and Dr. Murphy will focus on what's being viewed in the sky (synchrotron and free-free radiation, H II regions and supernova remnants, the sun, pulsars, 21 cm H line, etc.). We are designing these to be good background info for those undergrads interested in the Student Radio Telescope, although in the short available time only limited topics can be covered. The course will be one credit-hour, graded CR/NC, and student responsibility, besides some readings and participation in classes, will be a short paper (5-6 pp.) on some aspect of radio astronomy.
In Winter quarter 2010, there is also a good chance that Sullivan will be teaching ASTR 497 (Special Topics, 3 credits) on the topic of "Radio Astronomy". Stay tuned.
Course details: ASTR 497A (sln 19234) meets Tues 12:30 - 1:20 in Benson 203. Registration is now open.
Please contact Prof. Sullivan or myself if you have questions.
Thanks,
Sarah
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
March 2, 2009
Congratulations to James Bushong, the new Astronomy undergraduate representative. James is already busy working with the department chair, Suzanne Hawley in planning the annual open house and will be attending faculty meetings. With Paula, James and myself we hope that we can answer your questions and provide support when needed.
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Mike Garcia (Harvard/Smithsonian) will give a talk on "The International X-ray Observatory". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Astro Lunch: Astro lunch this week will be held on Thursday at 12:30 in Phys/Astr B356A. Adam Frank (Univ of Rochester) will give a talk on "Turbulence and Protostellar Feedback in Molecular Clouds". Feel free to bring your lunch.
Registration: let me know if you are having any trouble registering for spring quarter classes. Some good places to look for general courses are the advising page (http://www.washington.edu/uaa/gateway/advising/registration/sgec.php) and the general education requirement course search (http://www.washington.edu/students/timeschd/genedinq.html).
Undergrad research: Don't forget, if you are registering for Astronomy 499, undergraduate research you need to fill out a research approval form. You can pick it up from the front office. This helps us know who is doing research and on what topics.
NASA Stennis Space Center Education Job: The NASA Stennis Space Center is looking for candidates interested in a 1-year assignment as the Elementary-Secondary and eEducation Projects Coordinator. This would be great for graduating seniors to consider!
How to Apply: Applicants must apply via email only by sending a completed resume to Ashley Speed at Ashley.h.speed@nasa.gov in the Stennis Human Resources Office by 12 a.m. CST on March 6, 2009.
Have a great week!
Best,
Sarah
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Mike Garcia (Harvard/Smithsonian) will give a talk on "The International X-ray Observatory". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Astro Lunch: Astro lunch this week will be held on Thursday at 12:30 in Phys/Astr B356A. Adam Frank (Univ of Rochester) will give a talk on "Turbulence and Protostellar Feedback in Molecular Clouds". Feel free to bring your lunch.
Registration: let me know if you are having any trouble registering for spring quarter classes. Some good places to look for general courses are the advising page (http://www.washington.edu/uaa/gateway/advising/registration/sgec.php) and the general education requirement course search (http://www.washington.edu/students/timeschd/genedinq.html).
Undergrad research: Don't forget, if you are registering for Astronomy 499, undergraduate research you need to fill out a research approval form. You can pick it up from the front office. This helps us know who is doing research and on what topics.
NASA Stennis Space Center Education Job: The NASA Stennis Space Center is looking for candidates interested in a 1-year assignment as the Elementary-Secondary and eEducation Projects Coordinator. This would be great for graduating seniors to consider!
How to Apply: Applicants must apply via email only by sending a completed resume to Ashley Speed at Ashley.h.speed@nasa.gov in the Stennis Human Resources Office by 12 a.m. CST on March 6, 2009.
Have a great week!
Best,
Sarah
Monday, February 23, 2009
February 23, 2009
Spring quarter registration has started. Please let me know if you have questions about classes or trouble registering. All of the curriculum changes in Astronomy have been updated, so let me know if something seems amiss.
Undergraduate Representative: Please vote for your astronomy undergraduate representative to the department. The candidates are:
James Bushong
Whitney Kropat
Rosalie McGurk
Jean McKeever
Each candidate has provided a short statement about themselves on the website. Vote here: https://catalysttools.washington.edu/webq/survey/sterrs/69504
Voting will end on Wed., Feb. 25 at 3pm.
Undergraduate Pacific Physics and Astronomy Conference: Saturday, March 14 at University of British Columbia. Maybe some of you are interested in carpooling and making a weekend out of it?
The conference is a free one-day event that attracts students from across
BC and the Pacific Northwest to share research and learn about research
opportunities - so it's an awesome experience for anyone interested in
presenting their research or seeing the research that other undergraduates
have done. Registration is online at
http://www.physics.ubc.ca/physsoc/uppac/
Colloquium: This week, Jane Rigby (Carnegie observatories) will give a talk on "Lensed Star-forming Galaxies and Obscured AGN". Colloquia are on Thursdays at 4pm in Phys/Astr 102. Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Astro lunch: Astro lunch is an informal talk on Tuesday at 12:30 in Phys/Astr B356A. This week, Nick Cowan (UW) will give a talk on "alien Maps of an Ocean-Bearing World". Please bring your lunch!
Page O'Announcements: Updated with lots of good info: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/.
Thanks,
Sarah
Undergraduate Representative: Please vote for your astronomy undergraduate representative to the department. The candidates are:
James Bushong
Whitney Kropat
Rosalie McGurk
Jean McKeever
Each candidate has provided a short statement about themselves on the website. Vote here: https://catalysttools.washington.edu/webq/survey/sterrs/69504
Voting will end on Wed., Feb. 25 at 3pm.
Undergraduate Pacific Physics and Astronomy Conference: Saturday, March 14 at University of British Columbia. Maybe some of you are interested in carpooling and making a weekend out of it?
The conference is a free one-day event that attracts students from across
BC and the Pacific Northwest to share research and learn about research
opportunities - so it's an awesome experience for anyone interested in
presenting their research or seeing the research that other undergraduates
have done. Registration is online at
http://www.physics.ubc.ca/physsoc/uppac/
Colloquium: This week, Jane Rigby (Carnegie observatories) will give a talk on "Lensed Star-forming Galaxies and Obscured AGN". Colloquia are on Thursdays at 4pm in Phys/Astr 102. Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Astro lunch: Astro lunch is an informal talk on Tuesday at 12:30 in Phys/Astr B356A. This week, Nick Cowan (UW) will give a talk on "alien Maps of an Ocean-Bearing World". Please bring your lunch!
Page O'Announcements: Updated with lots of good info: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/.
Thanks,
Sarah
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Undergrad Rep Voting
Please vote for your astronomy undergraduate representative to the department. The candidates are:
James Bushong
Whitney Kropat
Rosalie McGurk
Jean McKeever
Each candidate has provided a short statement about themselves on the website. Vote here: https://catalysttools.washington.edu/webq/survey/sterrs/69504
Voting will end on Wed., Feb. 25 at 3pm.
Thanks,
Sarah
James Bushong
Whitney Kropat
Rosalie McGurk
Jean McKeever
Each candidate has provided a short statement about themselves on the website. Vote here: https://catalysttools.washington.edu/webq/survey/sterrs/69504
Voting will end on Wed., Feb. 25 at 3pm.
Thanks,
Sarah
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
February 17, 2009
I hope you enjoyed the long weekend. There are a number of deadlines and events going on, please read below!
Undergrad Representative Elections: I will send out an email tomorrow with the link for electing your undergraduate representative. Stay tuned.
Building Permits/Safety/Security: This is a reminder that if you have building keys and are here after hours that you must have a building permit with you at all times. Permits are renewed on a quarterly basis and can be picked up from the front office. UW Police may be increasing patrols of our building due to some recent concerns and you will be asked to show your permit and identification. If you are in the building after hours and have a concern please contact the UW police (emergency 911; non emergency number 206-685-8973). Please note the official building hours:
M-F - 7am - 9 pm
Weekends and Holidays - Closed
The Library and Tower are open for library access ONLY Sunday 1-5pm
Undergraduate Research Symposium Deadline: This Friday is the deadline to submit your application for the undergraduate research symposium. Present your research on May 15 to the UW community! http://www.washington.edu/research/urp/symp/index.html
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Jonathan Fay (Microsoft) will give a talk on "Exploring the multi-wavelength sky with WorldWide Telescope". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Summer Undergraduate Research Program: This a nine-weeks program of paid research. The current stipend is $4,000 for full time and $2,000 for part time. The program runs from June 22 to August 21. The application deadline is April 17. More details: http://www.waspacegrant.org/u-gradsum.html
STScI Space Summer Program: This is a ten week program, running from june to september, designed for motivated undergraduates with a strong interest in space astronomy. We aim to give them an opportunity to gain direct research experience by working on a project together with a STScI staff scientist, and to get some astronomical training. Our objective is to help creating the next generation of space astronomers.
Page O'Announcements: Updated often with lots of great campus events, research, jobs, scholarships etc! http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Let me know if you have any questions about spring quarter registration which takes place starting Friday and over the next few weeks.
Best,
Sarah
Undergrad Representative Elections: I will send out an email tomorrow with the link for electing your undergraduate representative. Stay tuned.
Building Permits/Safety/Security: This is a reminder that if you have building keys and are here after hours that you must have a building permit with you at all times. Permits are renewed on a quarterly basis and can be picked up from the front office. UW Police may be increasing patrols of our building due to some recent concerns and you will be asked to show your permit and identification. If you are in the building after hours and have a concern please contact the UW police (emergency 911; non emergency number 206-685-8973). Please note the official building hours:
M-F - 7am - 9 pm
Weekends and Holidays - Closed
The Library and Tower are open for library access ONLY Sunday 1-5pm
Undergraduate Research Symposium Deadline: This Friday is the deadline to submit your application for the undergraduate research symposium. Present your research on May 15 to the UW community! http://www.washington.edu/research/urp/symp/index.html
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Jonathan Fay (Microsoft) will give a talk on "Exploring the multi-wavelength sky with WorldWide Telescope". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Summer Undergraduate Research Program: This a nine-weeks program of paid research. The current stipend is $4,000 for full time and $2,000 for part time. The program runs from June 22 to August 21. The application deadline is April 17. More details: http://www.waspacegrant.org/u-gradsum.html
STScI Space Summer Program: This is a ten week program, running from june to september, designed for motivated undergraduates with a strong interest in space astronomy. We aim to give them an opportunity to gain direct research experience by working on a project together with a STScI staff scientist, and to get some astronomical training. Our objective is to help creating the next generation of space astronomers.
For more information, check out our web site, at http://www.stsci.edu/institute/sd/students.
The application deadline is February 20.Page O'Announcements: Updated often with lots of great campus events, research, jobs, scholarships etc! http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Let me know if you have any questions about spring quarter registration which takes place starting Friday and over the next few weeks.
Best,
Sarah
Monday, February 9, 2009
February 9, 2009
Hi everyone,
Thanks to those that attended the meeting last week, it was a great turn out! I have attached notes from the meeting for those that were unable to make it.
Here are some things to keep in mind this week:
Undergraduate Representative Nominations: The department would like to have an undergraduate representative that attends faculty meetings and acts as a liaison to the faculty. We are now accepting nominations for this position until Feb. 12 at 5pm. https://catalysttools.washington.edu/webq/survey/sterrs/69246.
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Robert Gehrz (U of Minnesota) will give a talk on "The Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy (SOFIA)". Joins us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Undergraduate Research Symposium: This is an opportunity to share your research with campus! The symposium is on Friday, May 15 and you can share a poster or have a presentation. The deadline to apply is Feb. 20. http://www.washington.edu/research/urp/symp/index.html
Space Grant Summer Undergraduate Research Program: This a nine-weeks program of paid research. The current stipend is $4,000 for full time and $2,000 for part time. The program runs from June 22 to August 21. The application deadline is April 17. More details: http://www.waspacegrant.org/u-gradsum.html
Page O'Announcements: Filled with lots of campus events, research, scholarships and more. Don't forget to checkout the "Important Links" where you can see the time schedule, view the undergrad wiki and more! http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Let me know if you have any questions about class schedules for next quarter.
Thanks,
Sarah
Thanks to those that attended the meeting last week, it was a great turn out! I have attached notes from the meeting for those that were unable to make it.
Here are some things to keep in mind this week:
Undergraduate Representative Nominations: The department would like to have an undergraduate representative that attends faculty meetings and acts as a liaison to the faculty. We are now accepting nominations for this position until Feb. 12 at 5pm. https://catalysttools.washington.edu/webq/survey/sterrs/69246.
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Robert Gehrz (U of Minnesota) will give a talk on "The Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy (SOFIA)". Joins us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Undergraduate Research Symposium: This is an opportunity to share your research with campus! The symposium is on Friday, May 15 and you can share a poster or have a presentation. The deadline to apply is Feb. 20. http://www.washington.edu/research/urp/symp/index.html
Space Grant Summer Undergraduate Research Program: This a nine-weeks program of paid research. The current stipend is $4,000 for full time and $2,000 for part time. The program runs from June 22 to August 21. The application deadline is April 17. More details: http://www.waspacegrant.org/u-gradsum.html
Page O'Announcements: Filled with lots of campus events, research, scholarships and more. Don't forget to checkout the "Important Links" where you can see the time schedule, view the undergrad wiki and more! http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Let me know if you have any questions about class schedules for next quarter.
Thanks,
Sarah
Monday, February 2, 2009
February 2, 2009
Thanks to everyone that filled out the meeting survey. The winter quarter undergraduate meeting will be this Thursday at 3pm in Phys/Astr A216. Please join us to talk about courses, computer lab and many other topics. Snacks will be provided.
Some other things to consider this week:
WiSE Conference: The Women in Science and Engineering conference is Sat. Feb. 7 from 8:30am-5pm at the HUB. This conference is a great chance to see what women are doing in the sciences and meet some amazing women over lunch! Find out more here: http://www.engr.washington.edu/curr_students/studentprogs/wise.html/. Let me know if you are interested in going.
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Liliya Williams (Univ of Minnesota) will be giving a talk on "A new statistical evidence for substructure in lensing galaxies?". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Planetarium Volunteering: Are you interested in volunteering to give outreach planetarium shows? There once was a list of people interested but no one knows what happened to it so I'm making a new one. It's best that you've taken Ana's 270 class (offered this spring), but if you haven't and are still interested, please email me: philrose@astro.washington.edu.
For those who don't know:
We give planetarium shows to school groups and other groups studying astronomy. We write our own shows (I'm starting to compile scripts for help). The level of the talks are never higher than astro 101/150 levels. Shows range from 30-50 minutes and take place Fridays from 10-2.
Undergraduate Research Symposium: Mark you calendars for May 15, 2009! The Undergraduate Research Symposium is your chance to show off your research. Sign up for a poster or a presentation. The deadline to apply is Feb. 20. There are also workshops available to help you design your poster and prepare your presentation. We have a great history of participation so let me know if you have any questions. For more information: http://www.washington.edu/research/urp/symp/index.html.
Spring registration: There are a number of changes that need to be made to the spring quarter schedule and I will update everyone at the meeting. Please review the note section of the time schedule for classes at it will update you on time/location changes.
Have a great week and please let me know if you have any questions about class schedules for the spring!
Thanks,
Sarah
Some other things to consider this week:
WiSE Conference: The Women in Science and Engineering conference is Sat. Feb. 7 from 8:30am-5pm at the HUB. This conference is a great chance to see what women are doing in the sciences and meet some amazing women over lunch! Find out more here: http://www.engr.washington.edu/curr_students/studentprogs/wise.html/. Let me know if you are interested in going.
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Liliya Williams (Univ of Minnesota) will be giving a talk on "A new statistical evidence for substructure in lensing galaxies?". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Planetarium Volunteering: Are you interested in volunteering to give outreach planetarium shows? There once was a list of people interested but no one knows what happened to it so I'm making a new one. It's best that you've taken Ana's 270 class (offered this spring), but if you haven't and are still interested, please email me: philrose@astro.washington.edu.
For those who don't know:
We give planetarium shows to school groups and other groups studying astronomy. We write our own shows (I'm starting to compile scripts for help). The level of the talks are never higher than astro 101/150 levels. Shows range from 30-50 minutes and take place Fridays from 10-2.
Undergraduate Research Symposium: Mark you calendars for May 15, 2009! The Undergraduate Research Symposium is your chance to show off your research. Sign up for a poster or a presentation. The deadline to apply is Feb. 20. There are also workshops available to help you design your poster and prepare your presentation. We have a great history of participation so let me know if you have any questions. For more information: http://www.washington.edu/research/urp/symp/index.html.
Spring registration: There are a number of changes that need to be made to the spring quarter schedule and I will update everyone at the meeting. Please review the note section of the time schedule for classes at it will update you on time/location changes.
Have a great week and please let me know if you have any questions about class schedules for the spring!
Thanks,
Sarah
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