Physics and Astronomy Congress
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2019 Physics and Astronomy Congress Making Waves and Breaking Boundaries

Providence, RI

About the 2019 Congress

The 2019 Congress brought together over a thousand students of physics and astronomy with mentors, alumni and renowned scientists in Providence, RI for a life-changing experience to explore how we all have the capacity to Make Waves & Break Boundaries. Attendees had the opportunity to hear from luminaries in the field, go on tours, engage in workshops, and build community.

Congress Highlights from the SPS Observer

The winter 2019 edition of the SPS Observer was dedicated to the Congress. It includes tons of tips on how to make the most of the event.

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Thumbs up for physics! A closing photo from the 2019 Physics Congress.

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WHOI’s blue-hulled research vessels can be seen on the right.

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Ladd Observatory.

Michael L. Umbricht / Ladd Observatory

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Optikos engineer Henry Donaldson.

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WHOI workers assemble a surface buoy for use in the Ocean Observatories Initiative, an effort to collect 25–30 years of ocean data for monitoring and analysis.

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Congress attendees tour the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute.

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Students participate in a workshop at the 2019 Congress

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Chapter t-shirt designs

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2019 Chapter Showcase

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Lycoming College’s booth at the 2019 Chapeter Showcase

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The SPS National Council at the 2019 Congress

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