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A science class so interesting to even non-STEM majors take it as an elective, Observational Astronomy (ASTR 11240).
Observational Astronomy offers students a direct focus on field experience within astronomy. It is a way for students to understand how planets are researched in a practical way. Traditionally, it starts off more lecture-based, then moves into hands-on work. Students in this class have the opportunity to work with the telescope, located on the roof of Science Hall. There is a CCD camera attached to the telescope, as the classwork is based off of imagery. Within this course, there are many ways to study the universe without analyzing graphs. Observational Astronomy provides students with a hands-on experience to enhance their success in this field.
“Getting to use equipment like this provides experience. Four years ago, I would’ve never thought I’d have this opportunity,” says junior Michael Crawford.
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Written by: Jordyn Dauter, junior dance & elementary education double major