This is a rigorous yet broad introduction to astronomy, where theoretical background is complemented by hands-on, observational experience. Situated within the liberal arts tradition of Juniata College, you will explore the role of astronomy in culture, and have the opportunity to study abroad.

Astronomy students at Juniata College will be able to clearly articulate scientific ideas both orally and in writing, explain the apparent motion of celestial objects as seen from Earth, and use telescopes, cameras, and spectrometers to observe, analyze, and interpret the light received from celestial objects.

observatory at night

Connect the laws of physics to specific astronomical processes and phenomena.

observatory at night

This is a rigorous yet broad introduction to astronomy, where theoretical background is complemented by hands-on, observational experience. Situated within the liberal arts tradition of Juniata College, you will explore the role of astronomy in culture, and have the opportunity to study abroad.

Astronomy students at Juniata College will be able to clearly articulate scientific ideas both orally and in writing, explain the apparent motion of celestial objects as seen from Earth, and use telescopes, cameras, and spectrometers to observe, analyze, and interpret the light received from celestial objects.

Connect the laws of physics to specific astronomical processes and phenomena.

observatory at night

This is a rigorous yet broad introduction to astronomy, where theoretical background is complemented by hands-on, observational experience. Situated within the liberal arts tradition of Juniata College, you will explore the role of astronomy in culture, and have the opportunity to study abroad.

Astronomy students at Juniata College will be able to clearly articulate scientific ideas both orally and in writing, explain the apparent motion of celestial objects as seen from Earth, and use telescopes, cameras, and spectrometers to observe, analyze, and interpret the light received from celestial objects.

Connect the laws of physics to specific astronomical processes and phenomena.

observatory at night

This is a rigorous yet broad introduction to astronomy, where theoretical background is complemented by hands-on, observational experience. Situated within the liberal arts tradition of Juniata College, you will explore the role of astronomy in culture, and have the opportunity to study abroad.

Astronomy students at Juniata College will be able to clearly articulate scientific ideas both orally and in writing, explain the apparent motion of celestial objects as seen from Earth, and use telescopes, cameras, and spectrometers to observe, analyze, and interpret the light received from celestial objects.

Connect the laws of physics to specific astronomical processes and phenomena.

Paul E. Hickes Observatory

photo of observatory being used by students

Donated by alumnus Paul E. Hickes, class of 1942, the observatory was built in 1986 to house Juniata's Brashear 5-inch refracting telescope. The telescope was purchased from John Brashear, one of the world's most renowned telescope makers at the turn of the last century. Today, the observatory contains a permanently mounted 16-inch reflecting computerized telescope outfitted with an electronic (CCD) camera. Two 8-inch Dobsonian reflectors  and a solar telescope are available for imaging or for group viewing.

Paul E. Hickes Observatory

Donated by alumnus Paul E. Hickes, class of 1942, the observatory was built in 1986 to house Juniata's Brashear 5-inch refracting telescope. The telescope was purchased from John Brashear, one of the world's most renowned telescope makers at the turn of the last century. Today, the observatory contains a permanently mounted 16-inch reflecting computerized telescope outfitted with an electronic (CCD) camera. Two 8-inch Dobsonian reflectors  and a solar telescope are available for imaging or for group viewing.
photo of observatory being used by students

Paul E. Hickes Observatory

Donated by alumnus Paul E. Hickes, class of 1942, the observatory was built in 1986 to house Juniata's Brashear 5-inch refracting telescope. The telescope was purchased from John Brashear, one of the world's most renowned telescope makers at the turn of the last century. Today, the observatory contains a permanently mounted 16-inch reflecting computerized telescope outfitted with an electronic (CCD) camera. Two 8-inch Dobsonian reflectors  and a solar telescope are available for imaging or for group viewing.
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Paul E. Hickes Observatory

Donated by alumnus Paul E. Hickes, class of 1942, the observatory was built in 1986 to house Juniata's Brashear 5-inch refracting telescope. The telescope was purchased from John Brashear, one of the world's most renowned telescope makers at the turn of the last century. Today, the observatory contains a permanently mounted 16-inch reflecting computerized telescope outfitted with an electronic (CCD) camera. Two 8-inch Dobsonian reflectors  and a solar telescope are available for imaging or for group viewing.
photo of observatory being used by students

Paul E. Hickes Observatory

Donated by alumnus Paul E. Hickes, class of 1942, the observatory was built in 1986 to house Juniata's Brashear 5-inch refracting telescope. The telescope was purchased from John Brashear, one of the world's most renowned telescope makers at the turn of the last century. Today, the observatory contains a permanently mounted 16-inch reflecting computerized telescope outfitted with an electronic (CCD) camera. Two 8-inch Dobsonian reflectors  and a solar telescope are available for imaging or for group viewing.
photo of observatory being used by students