Faster-than-light astrophysical jets? Check out the latest research on gamma-ray bursts by professor Jon Hakkila! phys.org/news/2019-09-g… via Phys.org

Listen to SC Business Update from John "Swampfox" Warner, discussing the new Systems Engineering program College of Charleston & @CofCphysics tinyurl.com/y32ajubq

Check out CofC Physics & Astronomy professor Joe Carson discussing his research on medical imaging on the SC Business Review - tinyurl.com/yxabzd3e

This Friday October 4th we are hosting the first Open House event of the semester. Stop by from 7-8:30pm for astronomy observing and science demos!

Have a drink, eat some pizza, and learn about astronomy! Join us CofC Physics & Astronomy in the next Astronomy on Tap CHS on Wednesday October 9 at Mellow Mushroom in downtown #CHS. Talks and trivia start at 5:30pm.

Very cool, visually-stunning, 17-minute video made by SEA💩 based on the research of our own Dr. Jon Hakkila, Astrophysics @CofCPhysics, on Gamma-Ray Bursts: youtube.com/watch?v=XUtatD…

Happening now College of Charleston @Cofcphysics! Stop by the roof-deck of RITA Science Center to see Mercury pass in front of the Sun! The Mercury transit won't be visible again for 30 years. Will be visible today until 1pm. #MercuryTransit

Missing our Physics & Astronomy Open House events! Our big observatory telescopes would be amazing tonight for watching the moon pass by Jupiter & Saturn. College of Charleston is the only university in SC to offer degrees in Astrophysics, Astronomy, & Meteorology! x.com/CofCSSM/status…

Theeey'reee baaack..... Starting Sept 18, the College of Charleston STEM Tour & Talk with the Dean events from 330-430pm on Fridays return. Face masks & social distancing required. After a short presentation, we'll explore some STEM buildings & labs. Sign up here: cofc.secure.force.com/events/TargetX…

Student research assistant Chris Blouin co-authored a paper with physics professor Dr. Mike Larsen titled "Refinements to Data Acquired by 2-Dimensional Video Disdrometers." This paper was recently published in a special issue of the journal "Atmosphere." mdpi.com/2073-4433/11/8…

Congratulations to Dr. Fragile @ cofcphysics for Winning the Governor's Excellence in Scientific Research at a Predominantly Undergraduate Institution Award!

Are you a student interested in physics, astronomy, meteorology, or engineering? Join the local Society of Physics Students (SPS) CofC Physics & Astronomy! SPS president Ashley Dowd and vicepresident Rebecca Houck created this wonderful video! Watch below.

Stargazing night at the Stono Preserve with professor Dr. Chartas and our astronomy students. Taking advantage of the clear, dark skies away from city lights!

*tap tap tap* Is this thing still on? AoT #CHS is back (with a vengeance?) this Sunday at Rutledge Cab Co! There will be talks, games, prizes, and drink specials, all to celebrate upcoming (🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻) launch of JWST! 🌌🔭

Professor Dr Mike Larsen CofC Physics & Astronomy will have his research on rain featured in a new internationally-produced three-part series called Rain: The Untold Story. Check it out to hear Dr. Larsen talk about how raindrops are shaped like hamburger buns! nation.cymru/culture/welsh-…

The Physics & Astronomy Open House is back! Join us this Friday 09/16 at the Rita Hollings Science Center for a night of telescope observing and science demonstrations. The event is free and open to the public, but tickets are required. Doors open at 8pm. eventbrite.com/e/september-20…

We had a wonderful time at the Cougars STEM Education Day showing cool physics and astronomy demonstrations before the game!

Darwin Week starts tomorrow! We have events planned each day next week with quite a few special guests! There will be more posts to come highlighting each event.

Join us tonight Friday 10/18 at the Rita Hollings Science Center for a night of telescope observing. The event is free and open to the public, but tickets are required. See link for details and tickets: eventbrite.com/e/star-gazing-…