Star power

On October 15, join us in welcoming Dr. Nicola Fox, Director of the Heliophysics Division at NASA.

Sunny with a chance of space weather

The Faculty of Science is partnering with University of Calgary International and the U.S. Consulate General to host USA Day 2019. We are pleased to welcome Dr. Nicola Fox, Director of the Heliophysics Division of NASA as a special guest and keynote speaker.

A respected researcher and accomplished administrator, Dr. Fox is a champion for science education and outreach activities.

We are especially pleased to offer opportunities for the University of Calgary community to engage with Dr. Fox during the day, in addition to the public keynote address in the evening.

For more information or questions, please contact Heather Clitheroe (hjclithe@ucalgary.ca).

Early-career faculty and postdoctoral scholar breakfast

Dr. Fox is keen to meet with faculty and post-doctoral scholars to talk about her research and share her NASA experiences and how she champions STEM education and science outreach. We are pleased to invite you to a breakfast with Dr. Fox.

Date:                Tuesday, October 15, 2019
Location:         BI 540
Doors Open: 8:00 am
Breakfast:       8:30-9:30am

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Graduate student mentorship sessions

Master's and doctoral students are invited to meet with Dr. Fox for one of two coffee sessions to learn more about her research career and her NASA experiences.

Seating is limited to provide the best opportunity for discussions with Dr. Fox.

Date:                Tuesday, October 15, 2019
Location:         BI 540
Times:             10:00-11:00 am, or 1:45-2:45pm

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Undergraduate student lunch hour talk

The coolest mission ever is also the hottest. Join Dr. Fox for lunch and learn about her research and work at NASA and the incredible Parker Solar Probe -- humanity's first mission to a star!

Date: Tuesday, October 15, 2019
Location: Science Collaborative Space
Time: 11:30-1:00pm

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Public keynote address

Heliophysics is not only vital to understanding Earth’s most important and life-sustaining star, but the study of key space phenomena and processes supports situational awareness to better protect astronauts, satellites, and robotic missions exploring the solar system and beyond.

You’re invited to an evening of space awe and wonder as Dr. Nicola Fox shares her research on the sun and its effect on Earth and the solar system. This talk is free and open to the public.

Date:                Tuesday, October 15, 2019
Location:         MacEwan Hall A/B
Time:             5:30pm-8pm

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About Dr. Fox

Dr. Nicola Fox is the Director of the NASA Heliophysics Science Division. She was the lead scientist for the Parker Solar Probe, and served as the Science and Operations Coordinator for the International Solar-Terrestrial Physics Science Initiative, and deputy project scientist for the Van Allen Probes. A proven leader with extensive project, program and supervisory experience, she has authored numerous scientific articles and papers in addition to delivering science presentations worldwide. She is keenly involved with science education and outreach activities.