Prof. Judy Young on Astronomy in World Culture

Prof. Judy Young received her Ph.D. from the Univ. of Minnesota in 1979.  She was awarded the Connor Prize from the American Astronomical Society and the Foeppert-Mager Award from the Americalo Physical Society.  She is the receipient of the Sloan Research Fellowship, Distinguished Outreach Award at U. Mass in 2000 and Distinguished Teaching Award at U. Mass. in 2002.  She has hundreds of Scientific Publications and done multiple hundreds of talks and seminars.  She is President and C.E.O. of the Foundation for Astronomy and Spirituality.  She is Creator of the U. Mass. Sunwheel, begun in 1992, which was the first Campus Sunwheel in the world.

Her presentation focused on Astronomy in World Culture and the educational aspects of Sunwheels.  Prof. Young showed her pictures of several world Sunwheels and ancient observatories she has visited.  She concluded with the creation, building, and educational use of the U. Mass. Sunwheel.  Her presentation was appreciated by all Members present.  We are all greatfull for her time, effort, and contribution to the 5As.

Next month - Friday, Mar. 12, Springfield Stars President, Al Rifkin will discuss Focal Ratio.  As always, Members are encouraged to attend.  Friends, family, and the general public are welcome.

By - Tom Whitney