Physics & Astronomy

Suzanne Amador Kane and Daniel Van Beveren pose with one of their robotic feathers from their experiment.

Physics & Astronomy

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All physics and astronomy majors have the opportunity to perform meaningful and potentially publishable research, working closely with our faculty in fields such as quantum computing, observational cosmology, nonlinear physics and fluid dynamics, extragalactic astronomy, biophysics, and nanoscience.

Professor of Physics Suzanne Amador Kane and physics major Daniel Van Beveren ’20 co-authored a paper in PLOS ONE describing findings about the biomechanics of peafowl crests during social displays. Photo: Patrick Montero

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Haverford attracts intellectually curious, independent learners who value honesty, collaboration, and above all, new ways of seeing and improving the world.

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As you perform real-world research and immerse yourself in hands-on learning, you'll work side-by-side with professors who are at the top of their fields.

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Our mascot—the Black Squirrel—has a genetic adaptation that gives it a bold, black coat. Join our distinctive community and stand out from the pack with your fellow Haverfordians.

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Previous Tuesday, December 11, 2018

Students discuss a topic around a large table

Academics

COOL CLASSES: “Introduction to Science and Technology Studies: Fridges, fMRIs, and ‘Finstas’ in Social Context”

“Introduction to Science and Technology Studies: Fridges, fMRIs, and ‘Finstas’ in Social Context”

This sociology class taught by Visiting Assistant Professor of Sociology Shelly Ronen introduces students to the social forces that shape the production of scientific knowledge and technological devices.

Our Cool Classes blog series highlights interesting, unusual, and unique courses that enrich the Haverford College experience.

See what other courses the Department of Sociology is offering this semester. Photo: Cole Sansom '19

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Next Thursday, December 13, 2018

Students

Plenary

Plenary is a critical mechanism for student self-governance at Haverford College. Students gather to raise, discuss, and debate issues on campus. Resolutions passed by the Students’ Association are viewed as the will of the body, and Students’ Council is then tasked with the carrying out and upholding of any changes or initiatives.

Students' Council President Maurice Rippel '19 delivers the “State of the Ford” during Fall Plenary. Photo: Cole Sansom '19.

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