Space School Lands at University

Friday 20 January 2006

The NSW School of Space Science has landed at the University of Newcastle.

The thirty-five Year 10 students from across NSW will spend the weekend learning about space.

Professor John O’Connor, Head of the School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences at the University of Newcastle and Patron of the NSW School of Space Science, says it’s an exciting time for students as they learn about the science of space.

“Students will hear about meteorites and astro-photography, use telescopes, and examine moon rocks,’ says Professor O’Connor.

“The school is an entertaining way for young people to learn about space and encourage them to further this interest by studying science in their senior years and at university.”

Students will also participate in the popular ‘mars buggy’ activity from the University’s nationally recognised Science and Engineering Challenge and hear from Neal Newman from NASA.

The NSW School of Space Science has been organised by the Head Science Teacher at Maitland High School, Jeanette Rothapfel.

Editor’s Note: There are a range of photo opportunities from Friday 20 – Sunday 22 January 2006. For interviews or to organise photo opportunities contact Professor John O’Connor on 0402 839 978.