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Title: Experiencing Hubble in the Classroom and Beyond

Speaker: Dave Meyer, Northwestern University

Abstract: The Hubble Space Telescope was launched 25 years ago on April 24, 1990. Its stunning images of cosmic vistas ranging from star-forming nebulae to colliding galaxies have captivated public attention and inspired students of all ages.  In this talk, I will focus on how Hubble's images and research findings have changed the teaching of introductory astronomy over the past 25 years.  I will also go beyond the classroom to discuss how Hubble's images have become an outstanding beacon to promote public science education. Along the way, we will explore the history of Hubble in the context of its early troubles, its long-term future, and why it continues to be such a special telescope.

Host: Frank Petriello

Speaker Schedule

CIERA Interdisciplinary Colloquium/ Physics and Astronomy Colloquium

Keywords: Physics, Astronomy, colloquium