Hi everyone,
I hope you all had a great weekend! Please read below for a research funding opportunity, lectures and more!
Undergraduate Research Symposium: Feb. 25 is the deadline to apply for the Undergraduate Research Symposium. The symposium is your opportunity to showcase your research by presenting a talk or poster. Check out the website for more information about the symposium: http://www.washington.edu/research/urp/symp/index.html Talk with your research adviser soon about participating.
Summer Undergraduate Research Program: The Washington NASA Space Grant provides funding for summer research! SURP is a 9 week on-campus research opportunity. The application due date is April 15. Details can be found here: http://www.waspacegrant.org/u-gradsum.html
2011-2012 Astronomy Course Offerings: For those uber-planners out there, you can now view a listing of the astronomy courses planned for 2011-2012. Check out the course offerings page here: http://staff.washington.edu/sterrs/YearTS.htm Let me know if you have any questions about these courses.
Astrobiology Lecture: Wed., Feb. 9 at 6:30pm in Kane 120, William Martin (U. Dusseldorf) will give a talk on "The Origin of Life". This is a free lecture, but you must pre-register here (http://www.ess.washington.edu/mindlin/). Hydrothermal vents sit at the evolutionary interface between geology and microbiology, breathing new life into one of biology's most significant questions: how did carbon dioxide, rocks and water transition into living things? Professor William Martin of the University of Düsseldorf will share his vision of how and life life on Earth likely originated in hot water gushing through fissures and fractures in the ancient seafloor.
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Nathaniel Butler (Univ. of California, Berkeley) will give at talk on "Toward Time-Domain Classification of Transients". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Page O'Announcements: Don't forget to check out the Page O'Announcements when you needs ideas for something to do for the weekend, a class to register for or if you're looking for a job: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/
Have a great week!
Best,
Sarah
Monday, January 31, 2011
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
January 25, 2011
Thank you to all of you that attended the 10 year review committee meeting yesterday afternoon. I hope that you were able to share your experiences and let the committee see what being an Astronomy undergrad at UW is like. A big thank you once again!
Green Career Fair: Are you looking for a job after graduation? Check out the Green Career Fair tomorrow - Jan. 26! 10am-2pm in Mary Gates Commons. There will be a large number of employers with "green" values in attendance. Bring your resume!
Spring Course Schedule: The spring course schedule should be available on the web this Friday or at the latest on Monday. Be sure to check your degree audit (DARS) on MyUW to know which classes you need to register for in the spring. I'm available to meet with anyone that needs help figuring out their classes.
Computer lab reminder: Just a quick nearly-mid-quarter reminder to please keep the astro computer lab clean. With a common space it is sometimes difficult to keep clean, but please try to pick up after yourself and avoid eating at the computers. Also, remember that the lab is not a secure place to leave personal property unattended.
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Meredith Hughes (UC Berkeley) will give a talk on "Millimeter-Wavelength Observations of Circumstellar Disks, and What They Can Tell Us About Planets". Join us in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Page O'Announcements: Don't forget to check out the Page O'Announcements! http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/ You will find campus events, scholarships, jobs and more on the page. Be sure to browse through the links on the right side of the page that are more Astronomy-specific.
Have a great week!
Best,
Sarah
Green Career Fair: Are you looking for a job after graduation? Check out the Green Career Fair tomorrow - Jan. 26! 10am-2pm in Mary Gates Commons. There will be a large number of employers with "green" values in attendance. Bring your resume!
Spring Course Schedule: The spring course schedule should be available on the web this Friday or at the latest on Monday. Be sure to check your degree audit (DARS) on MyUW to know which classes you need to register for in the spring. I'm available to meet with anyone that needs help figuring out their classes.
Computer lab reminder: Just a quick nearly-mid-quarter reminder to please keep the astro computer lab clean. With a common space it is sometimes difficult to keep clean, but please try to pick up after yourself and avoid eating at the computers. Also, remember that the lab is not a secure place to leave personal property unattended.
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Meredith Hughes (UC Berkeley) will give a talk on "Millimeter-Wavelength Observations of Circumstellar Disks, and What They Can Tell Us About Planets". Join us in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies.
Page O'Announcements: Don't forget to check out the Page O'Announcements! http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/ You will find campus events, scholarships, jobs and more on the page. Be sure to browse through the links on the right side of the page that are more Astronomy-specific.
Have a great week!
Best,
Sarah
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
January 19, 2011
Hi everyone!
Thanks to those that have RSVP'd for the 10year review site visit meeting next week. As a reminder, the Astronomy Department is in the process of its 10 year review. Every department on campus is reviewed approx. every 10 years and as part of the review a committee of faculty visit the Department to meet with members. You are very important members of our Department and the committee would like to meet with you all on January 24 at 3pm in the reading room (B356A). We are hoping that a large majority of you will be able to make this meeting. You should confirm your attendance by sending me an email directly.
Undergrad Research Symposium: The undergrad research symposium is a great opportunity for you to present you research to the UW community. The symposium this year will take place on Friday, May 20. If you would like to present your research, you will need to submit an application by Friday, Feb. 25. You can present your research in a poster or a talk. Astronomy always has great representation at this event, so I encourage you all to talk with your research adviser about participating!
Undergrad Photos: It's time to update the undergrad photo board! Please send me a photo of yourself to be added.
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Myung Gyoon Lee (Seoul National University) will give a talk on "Wandering Star Clusters in the Universe". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies!
Page O'Announcements: Be sure to check out the Page O'Announcements: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/ There are some recent postings about research opportunities and study abroad programs.
Have a great week!
Sarah
Thanks to those that have RSVP'd for the 10year review site visit meeting next week. As a reminder, the Astronomy Department is in the process of its 10 year review. Every department on campus is reviewed approx. every 10 years and as part of the review a committee of faculty visit the Department to meet with members. You are very important members of our Department and the committee would like to meet with you all on January 24 at 3pm in the reading room (B356A). We are hoping that a large majority of you will be able to make this meeting. You should confirm your attendance by sending me an email directly.
Undergrad Research Symposium: The undergrad research symposium is a great opportunity for you to present you research to the UW community. The symposium this year will take place on Friday, May 20. If you would like to present your research, you will need to submit an application by Friday, Feb. 25. You can present your research in a poster or a talk. Astronomy always has great representation at this event, so I encourage you all to talk with your research adviser about participating!
Undergrad Photos: It's time to update the undergrad photo board! Please send me a photo of yourself to be added.
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Myung Gyoon Lee (Seoul National University) will give a talk on "Wandering Star Clusters in the Universe". Join us at 3:45pm in the foyer for coffee, tea and cookies!
Page O'Announcements: Be sure to check out the Page O'Announcements: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/ There are some recent postings about research opportunities and study abroad programs.
Have a great week!
Sarah
Monday, January 10, 2011
January 10, 2011
Hi everyone,
Please join me in thanking Prof. Paula Szkody for her service as the faculty undergraduate advisor. Prof. Szkody is officially on sabbatical this winter and spring quarter so Dr. Chris Laws has graciously agreed to be the faculty advisor. Dr. Laws' email is laws@astro.washington.edu and office is B349; his office hours M-Th 9:30-10:20, F 10:30-11:30 and also generally in/available MWF 12:30-2:30 and TTh 5-6pm.
10yr Review Site Visit Meeting: As many of you have heard, the Astronomy Department is in the process of its 10 year review. Every department on campus is reviewed approx. every 10 years and as part of the review a committee of faculty visit the Department to meet with members. You are very important members of our Department and the committee would like to meet with you all on January 24 at 3pm in the reading room (B356A). Please read the attached letter describing the meeting. We are hoping that a large majority of you will be able to make this meeting. You should confirm your attendance by sending me an email directly.
REU Opportunities: Don't forget to check out the undergrad bulletin board (across from the computer lab) for research (REU) opportunities. You can also browse opportunities here: http://staff.washington.edu/sterrs/links.htm
This week is the American Astronomical Society (AAS) meeting so there is no colloquium or astro lunch talks.
Have a great second week of the quarter!
- Sarah
Please join me in thanking Prof. Paula Szkody for her service as the faculty undergraduate advisor. Prof. Szkody is officially on sabbatical this winter and spring quarter so Dr. Chris Laws has graciously agreed to be the faculty advisor. Dr. Laws' email is laws@astro.washington.edu and office is B349; his office hours M-Th 9:30-10:20, F 10:30-11:30 and also generally in/available MWF 12:30-2:30 and TTh 5-6pm.
10yr Review Site Visit Meeting: As many of you have heard, the Astronomy Department is in the process of its 10 year review. Every department on campus is reviewed approx. every 10 years and as part of the review a committee of faculty visit the Department to meet with members. You are very important members of our Department and the committee would like to meet with you all on January 24 at 3pm in the reading room (B356A). Please read the attached letter describing the meeting. We are hoping that a large majority of you will be able to make this meeting. You should confirm your attendance by sending me an email directly.
REU Opportunities: Don't forget to check out the undergrad bulletin board (across from the computer lab) for research (REU) opportunities. You can also browse opportunities here: http://staff.washington.edu/sterrs/links.htm
This week is the American Astronomical Society (AAS) meeting so there is no colloquium or astro lunch talks.
Have a great second week of the quarter!
- Sarah
January 4, 2011
Welcome to 2011 and the start of winter quarter! I hope you all had a restful and happy winter break. Take a look at what's happening this week in the Department.
AAS Meeting: The American Astronomical Society meeting starts this weekend! For those of you attending/volunteering be sure you take a look at the science program ahead of time so you know how to plan out your schedule. http://aas.org/meetings/aas217/Science_Program I like using the program planner feature. Enjoy talking about research and networking next week!
Building Permits/Keys: If you have building keys you are required to have a new building permit every quarter. Please stop by the front office to pick yours up today!
ASTR 499- Research: Don't forget to pick up your pink research forms if you are registering for ASTR 499. While Sun. Jan. 9 is the last day to add, drop, or change classes on MyUW without a fee, you need signatures and add codes by the end of day Friday this week.
REU: Want to work on astro research this summer? Consider applying for a research experience for undergrads (REU)! The National Science Foundation sponsors REUs at institutions around the country. Browse through the list today: http://staff.washington.edu/sterrs/links.htm Application deadlines are often mid-Jan thru mid-Feb.
Astro Lunch: We get two speakers this week at AstroLunch. Today at Noon in the reading room (B356A) Steven Finkelstein (Texas A&M) will give a talk on "Finding and Understanding Galaxies at z>7". At 12:30, Keekly Finkelstein (Texas A&M) will give a talk on "Spitzer Observations of Star Formation in Galactic HII Region Environments". Feel free to bring your lunch to this informal talk series!
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Michael Shull (University of Colorado) will give a talk on "Observational and Theoretical Studies of the Intergalactic Medium". Coffee, tea and cookies are served in the foyer at 3:45pm; join everyone for some great conversation before the lecture.
Page O'Announcements: Looking for campus events, a job or a scholarship? Check out the announcement blog: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/ There are also important links for astro majors on the right side of the page.
Have a great first week of the quarter!
Best,
Sarah
AAS Meeting: The American Astronomical Society meeting starts this weekend! For those of you attending/volunteering be sure you take a look at the science program ahead of time so you know how to plan out your schedule. http://aas.org/meetings/aas217/Science_Program I like using the program planner feature. Enjoy talking about research and networking next week!
Building Permits/Keys: If you have building keys you are required to have a new building permit every quarter. Please stop by the front office to pick yours up today!
ASTR 499- Research: Don't forget to pick up your pink research forms if you are registering for ASTR 499. While Sun. Jan. 9 is the last day to add, drop, or change classes on MyUW without a fee, you need signatures and add codes by the end of day Friday this week.
REU: Want to work on astro research this summer? Consider applying for a research experience for undergrads (REU)! The National Science Foundation sponsors REUs at institutions around the country. Browse through the list today: http://staff.washington.edu/sterrs/links.htm Application deadlines are often mid-Jan thru mid-Feb.
Astro Lunch: We get two speakers this week at AstroLunch. Today at Noon in the reading room (B356A) Steven Finkelstein (Texas A&M) will give a talk on "Finding and Understanding Galaxies at z>7". At 12:30, Keekly Finkelstein (Texas A&M) will give a talk on "Spitzer Observations of Star Formation in Galactic HII Region Environments". Feel free to bring your lunch to this informal talk series!
Colloquium: This Thursday at 4pm in Phys/Astr A102, Michael Shull (University of Colorado) will give a talk on "Observational and Theoretical Studies of the Intergalactic Medium". Coffee, tea and cookies are served in the foyer at 3:45pm; join everyone for some great conversation before the lecture.
Page O'Announcements: Looking for campus events, a job or a scholarship? Check out the announcement blog: http://pageoannouncements.blogspot.com/ There are also important links for astro majors on the right side of the page.
Have a great first week of the quarter!
Best,
Sarah
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