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.
Events
Monday, November 9th, 2009
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6:30Physics Colloquium: "Quantum vacuum engineering: the long road from Epicurean hooked atoms to nanodevices actuated by absolutely empty space," Dr. Fabrizio Pinto, InterStellar TechnologiesPhysics Colloquium: "Quantum vacuum engineering: the long road from Epicurean hooked atoms to nanodevices actuated by absolutely empty space," Dr. Fabrizio Pinto, InterStellar Technologies http://www.haverford.edu/calendar/details/110201 Dorothy Vernon Room in Haffner Hall 2009-11-09T18:30:00 2009-11-09T19:30:00At BMC Dorothy Vernon Room in Haffner Hall
Saturday, November 14th, 2009
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6:00"No Night Without a Telescope.""No Night Without a Telescope." http://www.haverford.edu/calendar/details/119412/1258239600 Chase Auditorium 2009-11-14T18:00:00 2009-11-14T21:00:00
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6:00"No Night Without a Telescope.""No Night Without a Telescope." http://www.haverford.edu/calendar/details/114402/1258239600 Observatory 103 2009-11-14T18:00:00 2009-11-14T21:00:00
Monday, November 16th, 2009
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11:30Lunch for Physics FacultyLunch for Physics Faculty http://www.haverford.edu/calendar/details/117122 WCC Alumni Room 2009-11-16T11:30:00 2009-11-16T14:00:00
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4:30Nobel Prize Winner William PhillipsNobel Prize Winner William Phillips http://www.haverford.edu/calendar/details/101142 KINSC Sharpless Auditorium 2009-11-16T16:30:00 2009-11-16T18:00:00Talk by William Phillips, Physics Distinguished Visitor.