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As you register for spring term classes, consider taking PHYS 123: What Physicists Do. PHYS 123 is a series of five lectures by invited speakers that is intended to give students some perspective on the kinds of work done by people with a physics background. Visitors from industry, government, business and research and educational institutions will discuss their work and work related experiences. We have a stellar linup this year. Don’t miss it!
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High Speed Movies
February 16 (Tuesday) noon-1pm, Olin 04
The Physics & Astronomy Department has purchased a high speed movie camera. Come to Olin 04 for lunch and watch movie clips filmed with this camera and hear Joe Swiggum talk about the movies and capabilities of the camera. Sub sandwiches will be served for lunch.
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February 17 (Wednesday) 3:10-4:20, Olin 04
Join Michael as he gives his comps talk on “Water Erosion of Topsoil”. Everyone is welcome to attend.
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Physics Table
February 18 (Thursday) noon-1pm, LDC ’51
Join Physics students, faculty and staff for lunch at the LDC. Meet on 3rd Olin for the short walk over or meet us there.
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Qi Li’s Comps Talk
February 19 (Friday) 3:30-4:30pm, Olin 02
Join Qi as she gives her comps talk on “Sunlight Harvesting: the Physics of Photosynthesis and Beyond”. Everyone is welcome to attend.
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PHYS 223 Offered in Spring
The Physics & Astronomy Department has decided to offer PHYS 223 in the spring. Presentation Skills in Physics is designed to help students improve their skills in oral and visual presentation of scientific topics. The course, which will be taught by John Weiss, will begin with readings and discussion of effective oral presentation skills. Students will report on physics-related topics of their choice (e.g., their previous summer’s research, or a topic studied in another course). Prerequisite: Physics 115, 151, 152, 153, 161 or 162.