The colliding galaxy system called the antennae as imaged by the Hubble Space Telescope. The bright red areas are 'starbursting' due to the collision. Click on image to bring up an animation.
Ay 1: The Evolving Universe
Nick Scoville — Spring 2009
Introduction
Ay 1 is offered as a menu course. It is intended to provide a background to astrophysics and to discuss in detail a few of the big astronomical questions and hot/new discoveries. Ideas, methodology, and deductive processes will be emphasized. The goal of the course is a stimulating and interactive experience, emphasizing current and future discoveries rather than a complete survey of the field.
Course News
The website is up, but is still under development. Until classes begin, all information is subject to change.
This year is the International Year of Astronomy. For more information check out this link.
During this WEEK there will be events for the 100 Hours of Astronomy. For more information on the events going on around the world and in our area check out this link.
Current Assignments
Please sign up for sections by Wednesday, April 1 by 5PM.