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Saturday, September 29, 2007 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Once again, the Physics and Astronomy community at Indiana University welcome you to our annual Open House. Come see lecture-demonstrations and to enjoy hands-on demonstrations in the Indoor and Outdoor Exploration areas. Our goal is to bring the excitement of physics to the public and will inspire a new generation of scientists.

Information for the press (press release, public service announcement, photos of previous events) is available here.

Printable copies of the poster advertising the Open House are available in color and black & white.

Maps of the Indiana University Campus, which will help you find Swain Hall West and the Physics Department, are available in printable and interactive forms

For lunch, The Indiana Memorial Union and the Market Place (including Sub Connection, Pizza Hut and Charleston Market), Burger King and Sugar and Spice will be open between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.. While you're there, the bowling alley opens at noon if you are interested. Click here for a list of other restaurants within walking distance of Swain Hall West.

If you have a disability and need assistance, special arrangements can be made to accommodate most needs. Please call 812-855-1247

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Current Schedule of Events

Physics Lecture Demonstration

The IU Physics Club will present an exciting Lecture Demonstration at several times during the day 

Astronomy & Physics Public Lectures

Prof. John Salzer will give a fascinating, 30 minute tour of the universe, "There and Back Again"; and Prof. John Beggs will lead us through the physics of the human brain in "Brainstorms".

 

Various Physics & Astronomy Events!

The areas of exploration, inside and out, will have a great variety of hands-on physics experiments. Faculty and Graduate Students will be on hand to assist, explain and discuss results, as well as chat with those interested in a career in physics, applied physics, science and/or education at Indiana University. Information will be available to those considering enrollment at Indiana University.

Be sure to stop by Swain West 007 to learn about Low Temperature Physics, and shatter a few flowers. Check the schedule of events for times. The always popular Contest Room will be challenging your science knowledge and rewarding your brainpower with cool prizes.

The Astronomy Department will conduct guided tours of the Kirkwood Observatory and Solar Lab every half hour beginning at 10:00 a.m. There also will be a hands-on Exploration area in Swain West 103.

Cyclotron and Proton Therapy Tours

Exciting guided tours will be conducted of the Indiana University Cyclotron Facility and associated Midwest Proton Radiotherapy Institute located at the edge of campus. Buses will depart from Swain West at several times during the day. If you are thinking of attending one of these tours, please e-mail moywrigh@indiana.edu. A special tour slot will be reserved for groups with their own transportation/bus. In this case, it is necessary to notify moywrigh@indiana.edu at least one week before the event to reserve space and for directions.

Teachers Lunch !

Teachers are invited to join us for a special luncheon (time to be announced). Please come share your thoughts on teaching the sciences with friends and colleagues from around the state, with hosts t.b.a.

The Open House is organized primarily for physics high-school and middle-school students from across the state of Indiana, and is also open to the public. The event is free.

Contact: Susan Brown, Tel: (812)855-1246