The Hubble constant tells us how fast the Universe is expanding. There was disagreement about its value for years. Dr. Woolf will discuss the origin of this disagreement, the resolution, and how science should work vs. how it really works. We'll also have free pizza!
Successful Event!
Expansion of the Universe
Approximately 80 students and community members joined us last week to learn about the expanding universe. Dr. Iulia Podariu organized the successful event with Dr. Bharat Ratra from Kansas State University.
Opportunities
Physics Careers 2024
APS Physicist Career Guide
Information on career development and career paths in physics, career advice from firsthand experiences, APS career-related programs, and an employer directory of companies currently looking to hire physicists.
Geared toward increasing diversity in physics, this initiative welcomes applications from Black/African American, Latinx, and Indigenous students interested in pursuing a PhD in physics.
Biophysicist Dr. Ryan Riskowski will receive the College of Arts and Science's 2023-2024 Alumni Excellence in Teaching Award. Dr. Riskowski will be honored at a reception in April for his impressive record of excellence in teaching our physics majors and non-majors in introductory physics courses.
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