I’ve been hesitant to write about this, since it was a rather private affair, but astronomy lost a shining star recently when my friend Heidi lost her battle with cancer. She was Assistant to the Director at the National Radio…
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Mental Illness Awareness Week
I realize that it is Wednesday and thus halfway through the week BUT… this week is Mental Illness Awareness Week. And you all should be aware that mental illness is a real thing. The brain is an organ in your body that…
For Bob Rood, one of the coolest people I know
Update: The family has set up a public Facebook page where you can share your favorite Bob Rood stories and memories. Also, the current astronomy department chair wrote this in remembrance of Bob. Update 2: A public memorial service will…
The Art of Being a Scientist
I’ve had “The Art of Being a Scientist: A Guide for Graduate Students and their Mentors” sitting on my desk for some time now. It looks to be a fascinating and useful read, however, I was deathly afraid that I…