The group visited UNC-Asheville’s Lookout Observatory. Student docents and Britt Lundgren from UNCA were the hosts. Even though it was cloudy at first, the sky cleared enough to observe Jupiter and its moons, some galaxies, and nebulae. The group managed to work on a hike to Catawba Falls before returning to campus. Elon faculty members Zack Hutchens and Martin Kamela accompanied the group.

Next week, Associate Profess of Physics Martin Kamela will address the entertaining topic of the meaning of quantum mechanics. Join us every Wednesday 3:20-4 p.m. on the third floor of Innovation Hall.

Graduating physics seniors: Sydney Schilling, Brian Matejevich, Sabrina Campelo, Henry Davis

14 Transferring dual-degree students: Victoria Reynolds, Laura Spung, Sarah Hennenkamp, Alex Maggioni, Ellie Macklin, Lindsay Lopez, Kevin Kowalsky, Matthew Venezia, Matthew Lawson, Trent Houpt, Ashley Wenz Matthew Saviano, Anthony Fradden, Glen Kleinschmidt

Physics TA Award: Jamie Kaufman (presented by Professor Pranab Das)

Physics Research Award: Michael Dryzer (presented by Associate Professor Scott Wolter)

Physics Service Award: Matt Venezia (presented by Associate Professor Martin Kamela)

Engineering Research Award: Ashley Wenz (presented by Associate Professor Sirena Hargrove-Leak)

Engineering Outstanding Student Award: Sarah Hennenkamp (presented by Associate Professor Sirena Hargrove-Leak)

Engineering Service Award: Lindsay Lopez and Anthony Fraden (presented by Associate Professor Sirena Hargrove-Leak)

Sigma Pi Sigma physics honor society: Ellie MacKlin, Alex Magioni, Sam Jenkins, Glen Kleinschmidt (induction led by Associate Professor Kyle Altmann)

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In addition to the warm company and tasty food, the group played a game of science-themed "white elephant".

Faculty and staff wish all students the best for luck on exams, and to everyone, a very happy holiday season!

Departing seniors received Department Book Prizes: Christopher Greene, James Fariello, Michael Imbimbo, Joseph Makowitz, Erin Murnane, Michael Sneed, and Nevin Selman.

Physics Awards:

First Year Physics Award  (Certificate and gift) –  Joey Paturzo

Physics Research Awards  (Certificate and gift)  –   Christopher Greene

Physics Teaching Assistant Award  (Certificate and gift)  –   Dawson Nance

Physics Service Award  (Certificate and gift) –  Oscar Miranda

Engineering Excellence Award   –  Sydney Schilling

Engineering Research Award  –  Julia Filloon

Engineering Service Award   –    Zachary O’Connor and Michael Imbimbo

Sigma Pi Sigma Physics Honor Society Induction: Julia Filloon, Brian Matejevich, Erin Murnane, and Sydney Schilling

Now with the 3D printing firm Carbon in Redwood City, California, Tumbleston was recognized by Elon College, the College of Arts and Sciences, in 2014 with its Distinguished Alumnus Award. 

Tumbleston explained that Carbon’s goal is to become the recognized leader in polymer-based additive manufacturing. After unveiling its core 3D printing technology in 2015, Carbon has enabled new manufacturing applications with its unique material offerings, print speed and part surface finish.

Tumbleston talked about the details of the science of CLIP along with a few recent examples where the technology is used for manufacturing applications.

The 2017-18 Fellow, Johanna Krygsman, learned about the nonprofit through the Winter Term Public Health Practicum at the project led by Amanda Tapler, senior lecturer and chair of the Department of Health and Human Performance.  

Krygsman writes: “In January 2016, I had the privilege of completing my public health practicum at the Comprehensive Rural Health Project (CRHP) and that opportunity opened my eyes to the actuality and importance of public health work. I constantly find myself reflecting on the relationships I have fostered with community members during my time at CRHP and I have been eager to return. This experience allowed me to gain a greater understanding of the health practices in vulnerable populations, and has inspired me to pursue a profession that addresses the needs of marginalized communities. A key personal goal for the fellowship is to fully immerse within the culture of Jamkhed. I believe that this is crucial piece of the fellowship and will be critical to my success in the program. I hope to obtain a deeper, practical understanding of public health through first-hand experience with a real world public health initiative. I know working at CRHP alongside inspiring individuals committed to CRHP’s community health model will allow me to develop as a person, as well as a future public health professional.”

The Fellowship covers transportation expenses, a modest monthly stipend, and room and board in India. Application for the fellowhip is announced in the fall semester and can be found on the Elon Jobs Network. A committee of several 2012 Periclean Scholars, past fellows, and faculty, reviews the applications in consultation with CRHP. Martin Kamela, mentor for the Periclean Scholars Class of 2012 and associate professor of Physics, coordinates the application process and Fellow support. 

Current and past fellows include:

2016-17  –  Tristan Alexander (psychology major and public health minor, plans to pursue a clinical field after the fellowship)
2015-16  –  Nicandro Mandujano (biology major and Periclean Scholar, currently in the City Year program in Washington D.C.)
2014-15  –  Cameron Hawkins (biology major, currently pursuing opportunities in sustainable agriculture)
2013-14  –  Alyssa Dilly (public health major and Spanish minor, completing a physician assistant studies program)
2012-13  –  Virginia Huth (anthropology major and Periclean Scholar, currently a corporate social responsibility officer for a steel manufacturer and transitioning to a nursing program)

Rich D’Amato, the founding director of the Engineering Program who retired in 2012, joined us for this special event.