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Observatory funding By Lori Larsen
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In a generous effort to ensure the Hesje Observatory continues to be an amazing asset to not only the residents of Camrose and Camrose County, but the students of the University of Alberta, including Augustana Campus, and visitors from all over, a crowdfunding campaign raised over $20,000 to be used for more high tech equipment.
Lutheran College) alumnus Brian Hesje, the observatory has brought a vision of reaching the stars to reality. “It just so happens that in a project of this scale, you can fine tune at the end,” explained Berg. “Once you have it up and running, you can purchase the exact equipment that you need.” The funding also
a little bit further. We just want to get more people excited about astronomy.” The virtual grand opening of the observatory took place on January this year, with over 500 online attendees. “To me, there are two ways to respond to observing space: it can either get you down, because life may appear somewhat meaningless on this little spec
Submitted photo The Hesje Observatory recently benefitted from over $20,000 in funding to be used for some high tech equipment to help enhance the experience of visiting or learning at the observatory.
The funds were raised throughout the month of June by Augustana students, staff, faculty, alumni and community members. Specifically, the funds will be used towards the purchase of a high-tech charged-coupled device (CCD) digital camera and photometric filters. This particular camera is made specifically for larger telescopes like the mounted model in the observatory. It will enable students and other visitors to the observatory the opportunity to capture beautiful images of the night sky, as well as provide precise light measurements to support astronomical research. “This campaign was fantastic,” explained Augustana chair of the science department Peter Berg, one of the main drivers behind both the observatory project and the crowdfunding initiative, alongside Augustana professors Glynnis Hood and Gerhard Lotz and station research assistant Rae Metrunec. “We had over 60 donors in the end, which was way more than I expected. And it wasn’t just me and Gerhard as physicists interested in supporting the observatory, but all kinds of people who are really excited about it.” With a vision to offer the community and students one-of-a-kind experiences in learning and the generous donation from Augustana (then Camrose
enabled the purchase of an electronic filter wheel and a set of photometric filters that will allow researchers to take measurements of light from stars or other objects in space, which can provide information on composition, structure, temperature, distance and age. “Although we received a number of larger donations, there were many that were in much smaller amounts. I would tell everyone that even five dollars is helpful,” said Berg. “That’s the beauty of crowdfunding–all contributions make a difference, no matter the size. It’s great to be a part of something like this.” In the interest of enhancing the learning experience of all students, donations were received across the Augustana campus and from community members as well. “Many people left comments about how excited they are about the facility, which means a lot because it shows that it really is a space for all of Augustana, and for the community,” offered Berg. Research assistant Rae Metrunec agreed. “This observatory is for everyone, including the public, to explore. It’s not just for one researcher to sit in. That’s what Brian (Hesje]) wanted, people to be able to come in here, and to look and to think, and that’s what we’re trying to make happen. The crowdfunding helped to put us out there
here in the vastness of the universe, or you can be fascinated and amazed by it,” explained Berg. “It’s best not to think about it the first way, obviously, although it can happen. But interestingly, it doesn’t seem to happen to most people. Maybe people want to think there’s something greater out there. Perhaps the regular motion of celestial bodies provides a sense of order in our chaotic lives.” For Metrunec, the excitement lies in being able to engage Augustana students in astronomy. “It’s something I’ve always been a little bit interested in,” Metrunec explained. “Taking math and physics at Augustana was the closest thing to that area of study at the time. But then Peter asked if I would be interested in becoming a research assistant for the observatory and I had to hold back my excitement. Now other Augustana students will be able to pursue astronomy, thanks to Brian and this campaign.” The Hesje Observatory hopes to provide public programming and access to Augustana students, staff and faculty members this fall. For more information or updates on public programming or access, visit www.ualberta. ca/augustana/research/ centres/amlrs/observatory/ index.html.
