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
Monday, April 27, 2009
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
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