Physics & Astronomy Department Mission Statement

The Department of Physics and Astronomy is committed to encouraging a deep appreciation for physics and its subdisciplines in our community. We are further committed to positioning our majors for success and placement in a career or further schooling after graduation.

To those ends, the department will:

  • Foster an inclusive learning community where students are supported to reach their potential.
  • Offer an innovative physics and astronomy curriculum.
  • Emphasize conceptual and quantitative understandings of the natural world.
  • Guide students to mindfully engage with emerging technologies.
  • Partner with undergraduate students in research to generate and disseminate knowledge.
  • Mentor students formally and informally towards future success.