Sharing our work makes astronomy better

Part of doing astronomy research is communicating results, both to other scientists and to the general public. By sharing our work with the public, we can get more people interested in astronomy, excited about the work we do, and give people a chance to see the sky in a way they haven't before. Below are some examples of my professional outreach.

Scientists in Parks

Great Basin National Park

I was a Scientists in Parks (SIP) intern at Great Basin National Park during Summer 2023. During my time at Great Basin, I developed and gave multiple public outreach talks to crowds of up to 200 people. These goal of these talks was to help audiences build both an intellectual and emotional connection with the night sky. I additionally gave constellation talks, cave tours, and served where needed as a park ranger.

Astronomy on Tap

Pasadena, CA and Chapel Hill, NC

Astronomy on Tap talks are a way to share our work with a broader cross section of the public in an informal setting. I've lead observing sessions and assisted with setup and various Astro on Tap events in both Pasadena and Chapel Hill, and have given a talk in Chapel Hill.