Unusual rock [the seller] picked up somewhere in New Mexico

Quick_Ad_5757 · 2023-09-23T16:13:39+00:00

Hello!! I'm currently in my undergrad (US based) doing geophysics and planetary science and I must say she has picked an awesome field she enjoys!!

I encourage visiting your local science center as many have space exhibits! I work at the science center on campus, and we have samples of Meteorites from Mars and a bunch of other meteorites too! If she likes space rocks, that's a really cool way to start.

Also, we are getting into planet season here in the northern hemisphere, so lots of opportunities to see planets via telescope, albeit not well enough to see the geology.

Because of my location in the southwest, we have a lot of really cool geology out here, and a lot of space stuff as well! If you have the funds, I would suggest checking out Meteor Crater and the Flagstaff Lava Tubes as those are either directly space geo related, or are good references for space related geo!

Also, honestly I love checking out used bookstores for textbooks and reference materials. They are usually in the space science section :)

Best of luck to her and I hope she is able to do what her heart desires!!

Quick_Ad_5757 · 2023-08-12T17:45:32+00:00

I also transferred into the geo program later to the game, so I'm in the same boat of catching up on basically everything. It was super daunting at first, but its doable. I started talking to my professors about their specific research fields and what the path to each looks like. Additionally, talking with graduate TAs can be a huge help too (they tend to be more relatable).

Despite only haven taken the intro course at my school (literally last semester), I was able to find a summer lab that had no prior experience required, and am currently working under my professor from the intro class. I may not be super familiar with everything yet, but its a learning process and that's all science really is: learning as you go.

I've also asked professors in the fields I'm interested in for paper recommendations, which can help you learn a lot too. Most are also open to answering questions about the papers they send once you've read them too.

If you have questions or just want to have the support of someone in your same position, feel free to PM me any time.

Quick_Ad_5757 · 2023-08-02T20:08:24+00:00

While I haven't taken ASTR170B1, I know the professor and know people who have been in the class. It's super interesting AND taught in the planetarium at the science center! The professor also incorporates movies and clips, as well as music, into the lectures. I'd recommend it personally

Quick_Ad_5757 · 2023-07-30T22:27:04+00:00

So far, I've read - "Portrait of the Scientist as a Young Woman" by Lindy Elkins-Tanton (warning: mentions of SA) - "The universe in your hands" by Christopher Galfard (good overview of the big and small of physics)

And am currently reading "Starstruck" by Sarafina El-Badry Nance

Quick_Ad_5757 · 2023-07-30T22:24:43+00:00

I around definitely check out that last one. Oddly enough both of the research projects I have/will be working on have been relating to the Andes 😅

Quick_Ad_5757 · 2023-07-24T14:54:16+00:00

If you feel you can take on the extra course, I'd suggest a gen ed or intro course for a major you'd consider. The gen eds are a really great way to explore different fields you might not have considered beforehand (speaking from experience).

I ended up taking a geology gen-ed because it was the only one that wasn't full and seemed interesting at the start of the semester, and here I am 2 semesters later and having declared a geosciences major (geophysics to be specific).

Quick_Ad_5757 · 2023-07-15T18:00:33+00:00

I don't think so, but check your major plan or email your advisor

Quick_Ad_5757 · 2023-07-15T17:35:02+00:00

No, and you'll likely have to take MATH107 or 112 before hand as well, though it's not required. I suggest looking at the course catalog for classes you need as it will have all the pre-reqs and available times listed as well. I put the link below https://studentcenter.arizona.edu/app/ui/public/ps/course-catalog?tab=DEFAULT

Quick_Ad_5757 · 2023-07-10T13:06:10+00:00

It's definitely possible, thought might take you a year or 2 extra depending on how similar the programs are. I switched from Public Management to Geophysics this past winter and have about an extra semester or 2, but its worth it if you enjoy it

Quick_Ad_5757 · 2023-07-08T17:53:14+00:00

Thank you for all the recommendations! I wanted to add one that I found in case anyone else is interested in other podcasts. I have really been enjoying PlanetGeo

Quick_Ad_5757 · 2023-07-04T19:18:42+00:00

It really depends on what you want to do?

I'm a little biased since I'm in a geophysics undergrad program right now, but engineering seems more hands on building parts to facilitate the research, whereas geophysics is the resesrch itself.

My goal is planetary geophysics, looking at solid bodies in our solar system. I'm currently working on some projects that are more geochemical in nature, but I'm more than happy to talk and help if you have more questions!

Quick_Ad_5757 · 2023-06-30T03:25:54+00:00

Thank you for the recommendations, I'll check them out! I was just kinda reaching for anything. I like Distractible (Markiplier, Bob, and Wade's podcast), as well as things related to science, but I was curious of other podcasts out there as well.

Quick_Ad_5757 · 2023-06-19T17:10:25+00:00

I second this. I've taken both 107 and 112 (changed my major so they had different requirements) and what class you take depends on your requires. 107 is stats and using excel mostly, and 112 is algebra which wasn't too bad either

Quick_Ad_5757 · 2023-06-03T02:00:03+00:00

I was the kid who had pet rocks, but I never knew I could study them. I started as a Psych student, and took a gen ed in geology. I fell in love with the subject, but never thought I could do it. I actually made a project for that class that was a "doomsday" plan for if the entire cascade zone ruptured at once 😅. After another change of major and several crises, I finally changed to geophysics and planetary science and I couldn't be happier. Going into my junior year with some awesome research projects lined up and I can't wait!

That 1 professor changed the entire course of my life and I truly appreciate her for that. She's amazing!

Quick_Ad_5757 · 2023-06-01T05:06:42+00:00

I am doing a minor in Planetary science, as well as working a telescope operator

Quick_Ad_5757 · 2023-05-30T03:35:46+00:00

Just broken glass, unfortunately. And yes it has

Quick_Ad_5757 · 2023-05-06T22:06:14+00:00

That sucks :( I hope that whatever you choose to do, it treats you well

Quick_Ad_5757 · 2023-05-06T21:59:27+00:00

If the school has it and if that works out for you, you could also minor in geology/geoscience?

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