Prof. Menka Jain and her group hosted ~35 WiMSE students from UConn Storrs arranged by the Women in Math, Science and Engineering Learning Community. The goal of such lab tours is to provide female undergraduate students with a first-hand knowledge at the dynamic and impactful work being conducted at UConn in STEM fields, helping to spark and strengthen their interest in STEM field. By interacting with Menka and her grad students, observing innovative techniques, and understanding the real-world applications of science, students gained invaluable insights into the possibilities that advanced education and a research career can offer. The lab tours were organized by the WiMSE Learning Community faculty director Sarah Hird.
Social events
Social events hosted by or within the Physics Department
Physics Celebrates 51’st Annual Ascent of Mount Monadnock
On October 14, 2023 40-50 members and friends of the UConn Physics department took part in the 51’st annual ascent up Mount Monadnock, near Jaffrey, New Hampshire. After the hike, the then-hungry hikers descended to the campground near Gilson Pond and enjoyed some well-earned refreshments, including burgers, hot dogs, and more sausages than anyone could eat. News of the group’s cheer “Let’s Go, Physics” from the summit is expected soon to be trending on youtube. Rumors are circulating that it may have been heard as far as Boston and Storrs.
Graduation Reception 2023
Congratulations to our successful physics major graduate students!
50th anniversary of annual physics department Mt. Monadnock hike
This coming October we’ll mark the 50th anniversary of the first hike up Mt. Monadnock by the Physics Department. We plan to hike Saturday, October 8th. Because the park recommends reservations, we will make reservations for a large group. Alumni are welcome and should contact Tom Blum or Alex Kovner as soon as possible to secure a parking spot. We’re also collecting pictures from past hikes for a slide show during the colloquium on Friday, October 7th. We hope to see you come October!
Annual group hike up Mount Monadnock shows charms of New England fall
Each fall for the past decade or more, members of the UConn Physics Department have gathered one clear day near the peak of fall colors for a group hike up Mount Monadnock. Located in the White Mountains of New Hampshire not far from Keene, Monadnock is well known for its accessibility to a wide range of climbers, and for its scenic views from the top. These factors help to explain why it is the most climbed mountain peak in the eastern USA, and one of the most climbed in the world. After the hike, the group gathers in a park near the base of the mountain to enjoy barbeque and some well-deserved rest.
