Astronomy

At the Department of Astronomy, our mission is to conduct cutting edge research and to offer students and postdocs the highest quality of education. We conduct research in diverse areas of astronomy, from the physics of stars to cosmology, in observation and theory, and through the construction of cutting- edge instruments for our complement of telescopes. We pride ourselves in an inclusive, diverse, and friendly scientific environment. Support the Department’s research and teaching mission with a gift to our general fund today!