Science is a year-round passion for the College of Science, and for one week each spring, that passion is on full display for UTA and the community.
Throughout Science Week, science enthusiasts attended a variety of events, including live podcast recordings, panel discussions, workshops, and shows. One highlight was a reception with six of the North Texas-based If/Then Ambassadors, including UTA’s own Minerva Cordero, professor of mathematics and associate dean for research and graduate studies in the college. Science comedian Kasha Patel also performed two stand-up sets.
Lori Glaze (’89 MS, ’85 BA, Physics) the director of NASA’s Division of Planetary Science, presented as part of the college’s Distinguished Women in Science speaker series. Dr. Glaze oversees NASA’s space flight missions and scientific research that addresses fundamental questions of solar system formation and evolution.
“I know just how important it is to be able to see someone who looks like you in leadership roles,” she says. “I am so happy that I have the opportunity to be that for others, and I hope that we can continue to increase diversity in science leadership to provide role models for all.”
The campuswide event coincided with Discover, a student-research symposium that culminated in an award ceremony. Winners presented original research and gave behind-the-scenes views of their process of discovery.
“The UTA community and the public were invited to immerse themselves in fascinating conversations on topics ranging from particle physics to mental health,” says Morteza Khaledi, dean of the College of Science. “The entire week was a celebration of the pursuit of scientific knowledge.”
