MAY 9 | THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA
WYANT COLLEGE OF OPTICAL SCIENCES
NEWSLETTER
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The University of Arizona James C. Wyant College of Optical Sciences announced a $2 million donation from Murray and Kamie Sargent to establish the Murray Sargent III Endowed Chair in Quantum Optics. This endowment will provide support to a faculty member specializing in the increasingly impactful field of quantum optics. Read more.
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It is with great pleasure that the Wyant College of Optical Sciences announces that two Endowed Chairs in Optical Sciences have been awarded. The establishment of these endowed chairs has been made possible through the generous donations made by Optica and the Thomas R. Brown Family Foundation, and the $20+ million matching pledge made by the late founding dean of the college, Emeritus Professor James C. Wyant, and his family.
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Congratulations, Class of 2024 Graduates of the Wyant College of Optical Sciences! Your hard work and dedication have paid off, and we're proud to celebrate your achievements. Keep an eye on the college's website for photos from the Wyant College Convocation in the coming weeks.
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2024 Spring Convocation
May 9, 2024, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., UArizona Student Union Ballroom
2024, 160th UArizona Commencement
May 10, 2024, 7:30 p.m., UArizona Stadium
International Day of Light | Flandrau Planetarium
May 19, 2024, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., Flandrau Planetarium
Arizona Quantum Boot Camp
June 11 - 14, 2024, Meinel Building
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What if your earbuds could do everything your smartphone can do already, except better? What sounds a bit like science fiction may actually not be so far off. A new class of synthetic materials could herald the next revolution of wireless technologies, enabling devices to be smaller, require less signal strength and use less power. Posted by UANews
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STUDENTS IN THE SPOTLIGHT
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Congratulations to Christian Pluchar (Outstanding OSC Graduate Student), Lindsey Wiley (Outstanding OSC Graduate Student Mentor), Quinn Jarecki (Outstanding OSC Teaching Assistant), Sebastian Magri (Outstanding Senior Award), Amie Rott (Wildcat Award), and Kody Gray (College of Engineering Outstanding Graduate Student TA for OSC) as the 2023-2024 Outstanding Students of the Year.
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Lily McKenna and Carolyn Hokin, Wyant College of Optical Sciences students, were named by Optica Foundation among the twenty exceptional Optica Women Scholars for 2024. Congratulations Lily and Carolyn!
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On Monday, April 29th, Wyant College of Optical Sciences and College of Engineering teams showcased their interdisciplinary final projects at the Craig M. Berge Engineering Design Day. Congratulations to everyone who participated for their hard work and perseverance, and a special congratulations to those who received a prize. Find a list of Wyant College of Optical Sciences student winners here.
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Laser Fun Day 2024 attracted over 400 visitors and was made possible by over 100 volunteers. On the day of the event, the building was filled with hands-on activities and demonstrations that showcased the amazing world of optics.
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This tri-university Arizona Quantum Boot Camp will be geared toward undergraduate students curious about quantum science. The event will feature lectures, tutorials and talks providing a basic introduction to quantum mechanics and giving a glimpse of research at the frontiers of the field. Learn more and Apply Today!
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Join Qubit by Qubit for the world's first-ever all-girls quantum computing camp to develop skills in the technology of the future! The free summer camp program is built for incoming 9th-12th grade students + college freshmen and runs from July 18 - 22. Learn more on their website!
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During the summer Watts Up! will switch to a monthly schedule with the following dates listed below. We also invite the Class of 2024 to sign up to continue receiving Watts Up! at your personal email after graduation!
June 6 | July 3 | Aug. 1 | Aug. 15
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Non-Industrial Affiliates Opportunities
Wyant College of Optical Sciences Opportunities
- Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor - Optical Physics (Multiple Positions) | Wyant College of Optical Sciences
- Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor, Image Science (Multiple Positions) | Wyant College of Optical Sciences
- Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor, Optical Engineering (Multiple Positions) | Wyant College of Optical Sciences
- Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor, Photonics (Multiple Positions) | Wyant College of Optical Sciences
Find these and more employment opportunities on our website!
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