Astronomy Faculty

Associate Professor of Astronomy Andrea Dobson teaches a broad range of astronomy courses. Her interests include solar-type stars, the history of cosmology, gender & science and public outreach. Dobson values the perspective we gain from seeing the ancient light of other galaxies and the opportunity to teach at an institution that can change the lives of those that can change the world for the better. 

Associate Professor of Astronomy Nathaniel Paust strives to connect complex astronomical processes with Earth experiences to help students understand astronomy and the consequences the planet faces from rising carbon dioxide levels and the evolving sun. His courses focus on experiments and observations. His interests include globular clusters, the dynamic evolution of stellar populations and obersvational astronomy.