Public Engagement Projects

 

Inclusive Astronomy is committed to promote Astronomy education, share knowledge, and inspire the next generation to pursue a career in STEM.

 

IA has enabled projects including:

  • Science Train
    • Talking about science to a general audience on their commute, in the MBTA (Boston Public Transportation).
    • Monthly occurrence since Spring 2023

 

  •  Astro365
    • Provide opportunities in Astronomy to high school students in low-income diverse communities
    • Semesterly visits to high schools and interactive demonstration nights at BU

 

  • Special Events
    • Eclipse events
    • “Applying to Graduate School” Panel targeted at BU undergraduates, in collaboration with the BU Astronomy Society