Eric Hirschman received an Outstanding Service Award from the College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences. Eric transformed the department graduate student experience. Under his leadership, the graduate committee established a stronger culture of student connectedness through weekly “graduate gobbles.” Eric helps students progress through key milestones by carefully reviewing each prospectus, thesis, and dissertation. Beginning with admissions, Eric discovered faculty needs, matched applicants, and raised awareness of graduate fellowships. The average number of graduate student-authored papers per year increased nearly 50% during his tenure. Eric’s tireless efforts have helped move our program to greater distinction.
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Dr. Stephens participated in a research project at the University of Arizona focused on studying brown dwarfs using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST).
Alumni Adam Fennimore shares career insights for current students
BYU's SPS is selected for Marsh Award for their outreach plan with Boys & Girls Club
Hart, Gee, and their research group study the impact of rocket noise on wildlife
Darin Ragozzine collaborates with leading planetary scientists in France
Dr. Greg Francis joins faculty, specializing in Physics Education