CSN offers free planetarium show series for students and staff

Federico Zaragoza PhD President - College of Southern Nevada Website
Federico Zaragoza PhD President - College of Southern Nevada Website
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CSN’s Dale Etheridge Planetarium, in collaboration with TRIO Student Support Services, is offering a series of free planetarium shows this spring. The events are scheduled to take place at 11 a.m. in NLV Campus Room S146.

The series begins on Thursday, February 13, with “Stars of the Pharaohs,” an exploration of ancient Egyptian skies. On Wednesday, March 12, attendees can learn about “Supermassive Black Holes” and delve into the mysteries of the invisible universe. “Seeing!” will be presented on Tuesday, April 1, providing a visual journey across the galaxy. Following that, “The Dark Matter Mystery” on Tuesday, April 22 will explore the secrets of the universe’s hidden fabric. The series concludes on Thursday, May 8 with “Europe to the Stars,” celebrating 50 years of stellar discoveries.

The organizers encourage everyone to experience these events and share them with friends and colleagues at CSN.



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