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The Youth for Astronomy and Engineering (YAE) is a program at the Space Telescope Science Institute (STScI) for youth interested in astronomy and engineering as a career. The YAE provides opportunities for its participants to be exposed to activities and experiences that are representative of the work done by individuals in astronomical and engineering field. The Youth for Astronomy program provides a supportive environment that encourages diversity in the astronomical and engineering community by increasing awareness to young women, minorities, and those with special needs. YAE is an expansion of the Women Science Forum which was founded in 1991 by Dr. Laura Danly at the Space Telescope Science Institute. Over the years this program has grown due to the commitment of staff, parents, teachers, students as well as funding partners. ******************************************************************** 2009 Events
The following Youth for Astronomy and Engineering events are currently scheduled for 2009: * "Family Night at the Institute" - JULY 16, 2009 (6:00 - 8:00 p.m.)Guest Speaker - Dr. Peter McCullough - "Even the Good Misbehave: a light-hearted look at instrument calibration" * "Family Night at the Institute" - AUGUST 6, 2009 (6:00 - 8:00 p.m.) Guest Speaker - Dr. Mario Livio - "Science with the Hubble Space Telescope: Past and Future" * "Family Night at the Institute" - AUGUST 13, 2009 (6:00 - 8:00 p.m.) Guest Speaker - Dr. Alberto Conti - "GoogleSky and WWT: A Journey from Earth to the Edge of the Cosmos" Light refreshments will be served, followed by an opportunity to learn more about real life astronomy or engineering by one of our very own astronomical and engineering professionals. Everyone will also have a chance to take part in night observation through the Offit Telescope. Also, keep in mind that registration for these Family Night events will be FREE!!!
To view the Family Night flyer for these 4 events, please click here.
* 2009 "Youth for Astronomy and Engineering: Parent and Daughter Evening
Under the Stars" event - OCTOBER 16, 2009, from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Space Telescope Science Institute will also be hosting these 2 night
programs in October/November, 2009!! There will be a dinner reception, an
astronomy/engineering interactive colloquium and hands-on activities, as well
as have a chance to observe the stars and planets through the JHU Offit
Telescope, which is across the street from Space Telescope!!
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