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Outreach
Faculty and students in the Department of Physics and Astronomy are involved in several projects sharing with the general public our excitement in carrying out scientific research. Physics graduate students at MSU founded Science Theatre, a student designed and run outreach group. Science Theatre brings unique and exciting science demonstrations to schools and community events throughout the state of Michigan in the form of hands-on and stage show activities. In addition to their service to the community, Science Theatre members enhance their graduate education by traveling to national conferences, by making contacts in research, education, and funding fields, and by expanding their teaching and presentation skills.
A groundbreaking aspect of the astronomy/astrophysics SOAR program is a remote observing feature which will give the MSU campus a real-time link to the telescope. Faculty and students will conduct their observations from East Lansing, encouraging a wider level of participation in fundamental research can take place. The SOAR project will also facilitate Science SOARS, a partnership that unites scientific discovery, education, outreach for K-12 students, and the people of the state of Michigan.
Applying for Admission to the Graduate Program
Application forms may be obtained by writing to the address listed below or online. The applicant should arrange for official transcripts from the registrars' offices of all colleges and universities previously attended to be sent to the department office listed below. Applications for a graduate assistantship, should reach the office no later than six months prior to the first anticipated enrollment. Applicants wishing to apply for fellowships should submit all materials by the first week of January. The application fee is $50.
Correspondence and Information
Professor S.
D. Mahanti
Associate Chair for Graduate Studies
Department of Physics and Astronomy
Michigan State University
East Lansing, Michigan 48824-2320
Telephone:
517/884-5532
Fax: 517/432-6191
E-mail: mahanti at pa.msu.edu