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Astronomy & Astrophysics

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The Astronomy & Astrophysics Department hosts a variety of engaging seminars throughout the year, featuring leading researchers and scholars from around the world. These events are an integral part of our academic community, fostering collaboration, learning, and discovery across a wide range of topics in astrophysics and space science.

We invite you to join us and be part of the conversation!

Colloquia

Astronomy colloquia are scheduled from 10:25-11:45 AM Wednesdays and take place in Nat Sci Annex 101. Colloquia are preceded by coffee and snacks at 10:00 AM in the CfAO atrium.

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FLASH

Friday Lunchtime Astrophysics Seminar Hour
Fridays 12:00pm – 1:00pm, ISB 102

Other Regular Events

CosmoClub

Mondays 1:00pm – 2:00pm
ISB 102

PLUNCH

A weekly OWL seminar or paper discussion on exoplanetary or solar system topics
Beginning the first full week of instruction each quarter
Mondays 12:00pm – 1:00pm, CfAO Atrium

Morning Coffee

Wednesday morning discussion of astronomy events and research
Wednesday 10:15am – 10:40am, CfAO Atrium

Astrophysics/Planetary Science Research Social

Semi-annual meeting in Fall and spring Quarters to introduce undergraduates to Astronomy research opportunities, especially for Senior Theses.

Other Related Seminars

Last modified: Sep 13, 2025