The Florida State University Department of Physics is inviting the public to participate in its annual Saturday Morning Physics program this fall. The event series aims to introduce basic physics concepts to K-12 students and community members through interactive sessions led by FSU faculty.
“Saturday Morning Physics is a free-of-charge event series in which physicists present fun and interesting topics in easy-to-understand, non-technical terms,” said Kevin Fossez, assistant professor of physics and Saturday Morning Physics committee chair. “Our format is designed to engage kids with hands-on activities. Expect to take pictures!”
Since its inception in 1983, the program has welcomed hundreds of attendees interested in learning about science. This year’s sessions will cover topics such as atomic nuclei, quantum materials, optics, classical physics, and rockets.
The first session, titled “Nuclear Cauldron, Look What’s Cooking!” will be held on September 27 and includes a visit to the John D. Fox Superconducting Linear Accelerator Laboratory. On October 4, participants can explore quantum materials at the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory.
A special session called “Blast Off!” will take place on October 25 as part of FSU Discovery Days, a weeklong celebration focused on research and creativity at the university. Other sessions throughout October and November include hands-on demonstrations and experiments related to various areas of physics.
All events are free and open to the public. Sessions begin at 9:30 a.m., lasting about an hour each. Most will be held in Room 101 of the Richards Building on FSU’s Tallahassee campus, except for those scheduled at specialized laboratories.
For more information about schedules or parking for Saturday Morning Physics events, visit the FSU Physics website.
