The Astronomy Library inside of Strawbridge Observatory.
The Haverford College Libraries act as a locus of intellectual activity supporting the teaching, research and learning needs of the Haverford community. Infused with Haverford’s Quaker heritage and values, they support the mission of the College to develop academic excellence … Continue reading
Students take a closer look at Jupiter and its moons through the observatory's 16" telescope. Photo: Thomas Carroll.
Astronomy Night April 26, 7:30 p.m. Strawbridge Observatory Join us for a night of stargazing and scientific exploration featuring hands-on activities, astronomical crafts and telescope observing. Part of the Philadelphia Science Festival. Event Details »
The Strawbridge Observatory at night. Photo by Jonathan Yu '12.
Public Observing Night April 2, 8:00 p.m. Strawbridge Observatory Talk: “What Happened to Pluto?” by Mariah Baker ’14. Observing will only take place if skies are clear. Event Details »
Assistant Prof. Beth Willman and 5 students visited the Kitt Peak National Observatory (pictured here) over fall break. Read about it in the Astronoblog.
Virtually all Haverford Physics and Astronomy majors engage in cutting-edge research, working closely with faculty in fields such as biophysics, quantum computers, cosmology, quantum gravity, fluid dynamics, nanoscience and extra-galactic astronomy.
Students had hands-on time with the telescope and its control systems while gathering data and taking images of star clusters.
Peter Ferguson ’13, an astrophysics major, regulates the temperature of the WIYN 0.9-meter telescope with liquid nitrogen during a four-day field trip to Kitt Peak National Observatory.
The Strawbridge Observatory at night. Photo by Jonathan Yu '12.
Public Observing Night November 29, 7:30 p.m. Strawbridge Observatory Family Friendly Talk: “Exploring Our Universe: A Scaled Tour Through our Solar System, Galaxy and Beyond” by Mimi Fuchs ’13. Observing will only take place if skies are clear. Event Details … Continue reading
Students had hands-on time with the telescope and its control systems while gathering data and taking images of star clusters.
Peter Ferguson ’13, an astrophysics major, regulates the temperature of the WIYN 0.9-meter telescope with liquid nitrogen during a four-day field trip to Kitt Peak National Observatory.
Assistant Prof. Beth Willman and 5 students visited the Kitt Peak National Observatory (pictured here) over fall break. Read about it in the Astronoblog.
Virtually all Haverford Physics and Astronomy majors engage in cutting-edge research, working closely with faculty in fields such as biophysics, quantum computers, cosmology, quantum gravity, fluid dynamics, nanoscience, and extra-galactic astronomy.
The Strawbridge Observatory at night. Photo by Jonathan Yu '12.
Public Observing Night October 25, 2012 — 8:45 p.m. Strawbridge Observatory Free screening of Saving Hubble at 7 p.m. followed by public observing through Haverford’s telescopes, weather permitting. Local amateur astronomers will be in attendance with their own telescopes. Event … Continue reading
The Strawbridge Observatory at night. Photo by Jonathan Yu '12.
Public Observing Night September 20, 2012 — 8:15 p.m. Strawbridge Observatory Public viewing through Strawbridge telescopes, plus modest crafts for the enjoyment of the youngest guests in attendance. Observing will only take place if skies are clear. Event Details »
Pictured here, astronomer Beth Willman’s role as an inspiring scholar-educator was recognized with a CAREER Grant from the National Science Foundation.
Virtually all Haverford Physics and Astronomy majors engage in cutting-edge research, working closely with faculty in fields such as biophysics, quantum computers, cosmology, quantum gravity, fluid dynamics, nanoscience, and extra-galactic astronomy.
This photo of the Moon was shared in the Astronoblog along with a photo of Jupiter and three of its moons.
The Strawbridge Observatory at Haverford College houses 12-inch and 16-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes which are actively used by students in Haverford astronomy classes.