Physics and Astronomy Department awarded NASA grant to study Mars.
Fall 2012 PHY 456 students at work in the electronics lab.
PHY 420 students launch a high-altitude weather balloon.
News and Events
Physics and Astronomy is looking for graduate students!
If you are interested in pursing a masters degree in physics, consider applying to EMU.
SPS Meetings
The EMU chapter of the Society of Physics Students meets on Friday at 12:00 in Strong 341. Stop by and get involved!
Email
Dave Pawlowski
for more information.
Welcome to EMU Physics and Astronomy
The Department of Physics and Astronomy offers majors in physics, physics research, engineering physics and physics teaching and minors in astronomy, general science, physics and physics teaching. The department also administers interdisciplinary offerings in pre-engineering, general science, integrated science teaching and physical science teaching.
Physics faculty study a wide range of research topics including surface physics, optics, space physics, and plasma physics.
Apply for a Scholarship!
Applications for scholarships for the Winter 2016 semester for undergraduate majors in the physics department are being accepted now! Stop by the Department office for more information and to apply.
Physics Tutoring
Physics tutoring is provided regularly and free of charge by graduate students as well as members of the Society of Physics Students 5 days a week. Stop by the Trochet Reading Room (3rd floor of Strong Hall) to see exactly when tutors are available.
Physics Honor Society
The department’s honor society, Sigma Pi Sigma, is the official honor society of the physics profession. Through election to Sigma Pi Sigma, distinctive achievement and high scholarship in physics is recognized and celebrated. Sigma Pi Sigma exists to honor outstanding scholarship in physics; to encourage interest in physics among students at all levels; to promote an attitude of service in its members toward their fellow students, colleagues and the public; and to provide a fellowship of persons who have excelled in physics. The faculty adviser and a committee of active Sigma Pi Sigma members nominate prospective members.
The Department of Physics & Astronomy is part of the College of Arts & Sciences, 214 Pray-Harrold, 734.487.4344
Ypsilanti, MI, USA 48197
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