Discover the Universe at Kent Campus October 7-8 for Astronomy Days

For media and anyone interested in…
Colonization of space? Telescopes that can see practically into tomorrow? Life in the Universe (besides here on Earth)? Stars too big for Hollywood?
Free and open to the public--A multidisciplinary event focused on the stars and skies, celebrating the wonders of the universe. Live performances, lectures, star-gazing, history, entertainment with nationally recognized astronomers, Astronomy Magazine Editor Michael Bakich, Galileo “impersonator” actor Robert Dawson, and Florida State College “Space Cadet”  and Dean of Liberal Arts and Sciences Mike Reynolds, Ph.D.. Educational and fun for everyone, including families and children.
 

Friday, October 7th – Auditorium, F128
10 AM – Galileo: Quest for Truth – Robert Dawson, Actor
11 AM – Professional Writing and Editing – Michael Bakich, Senior Editor Astronomy magazine
12 PM – Collecting Astronomical Data – Dr. Barbara Harris, American Association of Variable Star Observers
7:30 PM in Room E104 – Telescopes for Today’s Astronomy – Scott Roberts, Explore Scientific
Saturday, October 8th
Room E104
1 PM – Colonization of Space – Dr. Jay S. Huebner, Professor Emeritus, University of North Florida
2 PM – Astronomy and Mathematics-A Trip Through Time & Space – Professor Greg Dietrich, Florida State College
3 PM – Astronomy Frustrations & Rewards – Tippy D’Auria, Esq., Winter Star Party Founder
4 PM – Life in the Universe – Dr. Jim Stittsworth, Florida State College
Room D120
1 PM to 5 PM – Kids Activities, Telescope Clinic, STARLAB Portable Planetarium
Safe Sun Observing in the Courtyard between D120 and E104
Auditorium, F128
7:30 PM – Our Amazing Universe – Michael Bakich, Senior Editor Astronomy Magazine
8 PM – Galileo: Quest for Truth – Robert Dawson, Actor
8:45 PM – Telescope Observing – Northeast Florida Astronomical Society
All Events are FREE and OPEN to everyone!