On Sunday, July 9, Dr. Chris Sorensen, physics professor at K-State, spoke about the upcoming Great American Solar Eclipse. The talk was to begin at 2 o’clock, and the chairs were filled by 1:30. People continued to arrive, and the room was abuzz with curiosity and anticipation of the upcoming remarkable event on August 21. The total eclipse has clearly fueled the interest of a multi-generational crowd, and the attendees at Sunday afternoon’s talk were not disappointed.
Professor Sorensen’s presentation was excellent- informative, engaging, humorous. One of the guests requested access to the photos in the powerpoint presentation, and the professor agreed we could post them on our website. Here they are – and thank you, Chris, for your generosity of spirit!
If you missed Professor Sorensen’s presentation at the Volland Foundation, you have another opportunity to hear it. Arrive early.
Total Solar Eclipse
By Professor Chris Sorensen
Thursday, August 17
6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Flint Hills Discovery Center, Manhattan, KS
On August 21, 2017, a total eclipse of the sun will be visible along a narrow swatch across the United States, including northeast Kansas. Professor Chris Sorensen from Kansas State University will describe what eclipses are, what to expect to see, where and when they will occur and how to prepare so that you will gain the grandest possible experience.
