UNK Planetarium, (UNK Communications, Courtesy)
KEARNEY – The University of Nebraska at Kearney Planetarium is offering a series of captivating shows this semester, giving guests an up-close look at the wonders beyond our world.
Led by faculty from the UNK Department of Physics and Astronomy, the “Astro Friday” series explores the fascinating history of the stars, planets and galaxies that make up our universe and addresses some common cosmic questions. There are three new show topics this semester.
“Astro Friday” events for the spring semester include:
- 7 p.m. Jan. 10 – “Astronomy, Astrology and Ancient Cultures,” presented by professor Adam Jensen
- 8:15 p.m. Jan. 10 – “Fermi’s Paradox: If We’re Not Alone, Where Is Everybody?” presented by Jensen
- 7 and 8 p.m. Feb. 7 – “A History of Galaxies,” presented by associate professor Joel Berrier
- 7 and 8 p.m. March 7 – “A Tour of the Planets,” presented by assistant professor Brandon Marshall
- 7 p.m. April 11 – “Science or Fiction? Debunking Common Astronomical Misconceptions,” presented by Jensen
- 8:15 p.m. April 11 – “Is Pluto a Planet?” presented by Jensen
- 7 p.m. May 2 – “Element Factories in the Stars: The Synthesis of the Chemical Elements,” presented by associate professor Jeremy Armstrong
Admission to the planetarium shows is free, but attendees are required to reserve a ticket at https://www.ticketleap.events/events/unk-planetarium. Tickets will be available one week before each show. Walk-ins will be allowed if seating is available.
The UNK Astronomy Club will offer telescope observing sessions in conjunction with the February, March and April shows, weather permitting.
Located inside the Bruner Hall of Science on campus, the UNK Planetarium is accessible and can accommodate one or two wheelchairs per show.
For more information, contact Jensen at jensenag@unk.edu.
UNK Planetarium Shows, (Courtesy)
