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Outreach Programs


Astronomy camper watches sunset from summit of Mt. Lemmon
Astronomy camper watches sunset from summit of Mt. Lemmon

Astronomy is perhaps unique among the sciences in that it so dramatically captures our imagination, excites our curiosity, inspires our sense of wonder and awe... all reflected in the simple beauty of the night sky.

Sharing this wonder is the foundation for public outreach programs at Steward Observatory. Just as scientific endeavors depend critically upon public support via institutes like NASA and the National Science Foundation, the Tucson astronomical community returns to the public both scientific progress and unique educational experiences. These public outreach programs are described below:

Steward Observatory Public Evening Series
Astronomy Camp
Project Astro
CAPER logoCAPER Astronomy Education Research Group
SAMEC logoUA Science and Mathematics Education Center
Frequently Asked Questions About Astronomy


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Steward Observatory Public Evening Series

Steward Observatory faculty give popular public series talks in the main lecture hall every other Monday at 7:30 PM. Topics range from archeoastronomy to the exploration of our Solar System to cosmology and the fate of the Universe.

Go to the Public Evening Series web page


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Project ASTRO

"At a time when study after study shows that there is a serious crisis in science education in the schools, all of us who love astronomy must make more of an effort to help share the excitement of science with future generations. Project ASTRO seeks to enhance science and astronomy education by fostering ongoing partnerships between teachers and astronomers, astronomy clubs, universities, observatories, and planetaria."

Go to the Tucson-area Project ASTRO web page


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