Navigating the Universe and Self
Oct 14, 2024
Above: Ethan M. Hood, a third-year honors student studying physics and astronomy.
By Ethan Hood
“I started out as a general studies student at Salt Lake Community College. I have a wide range of interests, and it was hard to pin down what I wanted to study.
That was until I took elementary astronomy and felt my passion for the subject shine through like Sirius. That led me down the path toward joining the Astronomical Society of the Pacific, where I volunteered as an Eclipse Ambassador. This astronomy-focused outreach program serves under-resourced communities that haven’t been exposed to science. Participating in that made me realize that I hope to inspire future astronomers, and to be a public-oriented science communicator like Carl Sagan.
While I’m here at the U, I aim to be more involved in the community. I want more than just a degree. I want to develop my social skills and build strong relationships. I want to feel like a person at the U, as opposed to just a college student. Our campus is meant to be a place for students to find community—and I want to do my part in ensuring that.
I’m grateful and incredibly fortunate to be a Presidential Intern.
Read the full article in @TheU.