On October 14, 2023 North America will experience an annular solar eclipse. This will be followed by a total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024. Both events will result in partial eclipses in Louisiana.
If you are interested in observing either eclipse or looking for eclipse related activities check out these NASA resources.
March 25, 2023, 1 pm – 9 pm. The Baton Rouge Main Library on Goodwood is hosting a daylong celebration of the creation of the universe.
Sounds of Science (SoS) is a public event, collaboratively developed with the library and LSU between the School of Music, Department of Physics & Astronomy, Manship School of Communication, and the Louisiana Space Grant Consortium (LaSPACE). SoS is a daylong event at the Main Library on Goodwood with activities for all ages beginning at 1 pm, including STEM demonstrations, a crafts and activities station, story time, music-making, a Saturday Science lecture, and culminating in a panel discussion and musical performance at 7 pm.
T. Gregory Guzik, LSU Physics Professor and Director of the Louisiana Space Grant NASA EPSCoR (LaSPACE) programs has been awarded the 2020 NASA Outstanding Public Leadership Medal (OPLM). The official NASA award citation reads: “In recognition for many years of exceptional dedication and public service inspiring and teaching the next generation of leaders in science, engineering and technology.”
LaSPACE funds approximately 50 projects annually across Louisiana, including funding for faculty research programs, awards for undergraduate and graduate student researchers, support for various student flight projects,NASA internship funding, awards to support senior design projects, professional development for K-12 teachers, and public scientific literacy events. A few recent or current projects are highlighted here.
