Welcome to Physics and Astronomy at Haverford
The concepts and methods of physics are fundamental throughout the sciences, and have produced profound scientific, philosophical, and technological developments. Our departments are built on close work between students and faculty on cutting-edge research, with nearly all physics, astronomy and astrophysics majors participating.
Why Physics & Astronomy at Haverford: Student Research
Virtually all our 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. More on Student Research >
Why Physics & Astronomy at Haverford: Post Graduation
Our majors go on to the top echelon of graduate schools; to careers in engineering and computers; to medicine, law, and public policy; to high-school teaching; and to dozens of other career choices. More on Post Graduation >
Why Physics & Astronomy at Haverford: Faculty
We are innovative and dedicated teachers. Three out of our seven tenure-track faculty have been appointed since 2006. More on Faculty >
Why Physics & Astronomy at Haverford: Community
Our students collaborate -- with faculty, and one another. There is a strong sense of community in our department. More on Community >
Why Physics & Astronomy at Haverford: Theory
Our theoretical BiCollege physics community is uniquely strong for a liberal arts college, including faculty who study theoretical particle physics, quantum gravity, string theory, quantum computing, fluid dynamics, and computational nanoscience. More on Theory >
Inside Physics & Astronomy @ Haverford
Student Research
Find out about the undergraduate research and publications in Haverford's Physics and Astronomy departments. Check out the Recent Experiences.
FAQ
Find a quick overview of the Physics and Astronomy department and programs
Sketches on Courses
Sketches on Courses lets you take a look at what Physics and Astronomy courses are really like.
The Lighter Side
Check out The Lighter Side of Haverford Physics and Astronomy including Physics Songs, Department picnics and outings, and more.
Blogs
Astronoblog
Providing a window into what we do here in the Haverford astronomy program, the astronoblog is a platform to share some of these cool things with you!- Latest Post: Space Astronomy Summer Program 2011 at STScI
UNAWE
Maya Barlev ’12, Astrophysics major, will be working at the International headquarters of UNAWE, an organization that aims to teach children worldwide about astronomy to connect them to the greater wonders of the Universe.- Latest Post: Last days in Leiden
Events
Thursday, February 9th, 2012
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4:30"The Ant Raft and Water Repellency Among Insects""The Ant Raft and Water Repellency Among Insects" http://www.haverford.edu/calendar/details/193312 KINSC Hilles 109 2012-02-09T16:30:00 2012-02-09T18:00:00The Departments of Physics and Biology in conjunction with the Distinguished Visitors Program present a talk by David Hu, Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Biology, Georgia Institute of Technology
Tuesday, February 14th, 2012
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7:00Public Observing Family Night, for astronomers of all agesPublic Observing Family Night, for astronomers of all ages http://www.haverford.edu/calendar/details/197491 Strawbridge Observatory 2012-02-14T19:00:00 2012-02-14T20:30:00Talk: "The Orion Nebula: Where stars are born".
Thursday, March 1st, 2012
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8:30Public Observing Ages 12+Public Observing Ages 12+ http://www.haverford.edu/calendar/details/197501 Strawbridge Observatory 2012-03-01T20:30:00 2012-03-01T22:00:00Weather permitting, we will observe objects in the night sky with our telescope after the talk.
Tuesday, March 13th, 2012
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8:00Public Observing Family Night, for astronomers of all ages.Public Observing Family Night, for astronomers of all ages. http://www.haverford.edu/calendar/details/197511 Strawbridge Observatory 2012-03-13T20:00:00 2012-03-13T21:30:00Weather permitting, we will observe objects in the night sky with our telescope after the talk.
Tuesday, March 27th, 2012
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8:00Public Observing ages 12+.Public Observing ages 12+. http://www.haverford.edu/calendar/details/197521 Strawbridge Observatory 2012-03-27T20:00:00 2012-03-27T22:00:00Weather permitting, we will observe objects in the night sky with our telescope after the talk.