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Gain research experience, build friendships, and engage with leaders in physics from around the world.
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Society of Physics Students
SPS is an organization of physics majors that serves as a community to connect students in the Department of Physics & Astronomy, helping with outreach events such as Math Day and Behlen Observatory public nights and hosting social events like movie and pizza nights.
Colloquia and Seminars
Physics & Astronomy hosts series of lectures, colloquia, and seminars featuring national and international physicists speaking about their research or current issues in the field of Physics.
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Undergraduate Research
Undergraduates in good academic standing have access to state-of-the-art research facilities and renowned faculty. Available research positions vary depending on openings within each lab and the necessary skills required for each lab.