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Physics and Astronomy

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The Department of Physics and Astronomy prepares students for a variety of career paths, including graduate programs in physics, astronomy, engineering and related fields; teacher certification; and research jobs in industry and at national laboratories. Our majors learn principles of physics through a curriculum that builds strong quantitative and analytical skills and offers many opportunities for undergraduate research. According to the American Institute of Physics (AIP), our department is ranked in the top 1% nationally for number of B.S. degrees in physics, and we are ranked third nationally for number of physics graduates from underrepresented minority groups.

Upcoming Events

Nov
01

Native American Heritage Month

Time: 12:00am
Nov
07

Physics and Astronomy Seminar

Time: 10:45am
Nov
07

PHY Homework Help Session

Time: 06:00pm

Alumni Spotlight

Department News

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We are Hiring! Seeking an Assistant Professor of Experimental Physics

10/01/24

The Department of Physics and Astronomy is seeking a tenure-track...

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Professor Alex R. Small Receives Lifetime Achievement Award from OSSC

09/11/24

The Optical Society of Southern California honored OSSC Fellow and CPP...

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Welcoming Siyu Li and Sujoy Modak

08/28/24

Two new Assistant Professors in Theoretical Physics, Dr. Siyu Li and Dr....

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PHY 1510A & 1520A Classes for Fall 2024

08/26/24

Practice solving problems for 1510 & 1520 Lecture Classes....