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ALEXANDRA HANKISH, ESP Teacher

Major: Computer Science and Astrophysic

College/Employer: UChicago

Year of Graduation: 2026

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Past Classes

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S1930: Celestial Coordinates: Mapping Outer Space in Droplet Fall 2024 (Nov. 16, 2024)

Celestial coordinates are used by astronomers and astrophysicists everywhere to map the locations of stars, planets, and even galaxies. In this class we will learn how to compute and locate objects using celestial coordinates and experiment with some applications for exploration.