James Ensor
Class of 2017
Zoey Chittick
Class of 2016
Maxwell Wheeler
Class of 2018
This story is featured in the most recent edition of the HPU Magazine. Learn how one faculty member’s mentorship has given students out-of-this-world opportunities. By Dr. Brad Barlow, assistant professor of astrophysics The study of astrophysics begs big questions and presents real challenges. There are complex terms and theories, and unlike much of physics, chemistry or […]
HIGH POINT, N.C., Sept. 18, 2017 –The fourth annual HPUniverse Day will offer an evening for families to explore space, science and beyond on the High Point University campus. HPU’s Department of Physics will host “HPUniverse Day,” a family-friendly, educational outreach astronomy event, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 30 at Couch […]
About 100 High Point University students traveled to Newberry, South Carolina on Aug. 21 to see the eclipse in its “path of totality,” the path where the sun is completely blocked. The group departed campus early and returned that same evening. HPU physics and astronomy instructor Jeff Regester led the trip, and when his group […]
Three thousand people wearing purple eclipse shades lined High Point University’s Kester International Promenade on Aug. 21 in celebration of the total solar eclipse. Onlookers were treated to complimentary eclipse glasses and a variety of space-inspired treats, including Moon Pies, Capri Sun and Rocket Pops.
High Point University instructor of astronomy Jeff Regester provides details on how, when and where to safely get a glimpse of the solar eclipse on August 21. He also discusses HPU’s plans for students to experience and celebrate the big event.
HIGH POINT, N.C., May 24, 2017 – A High Point University professor is part of a research expedition team traveling to South Africa to collect data for NASA’s New Horizons probe. Jeff Regester, HPU instructor of physics and astronomy, is a lead observer on a team that includes scientists from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Lab, MIT, […]
HIGH POINT, N.C., May 11, 2017 – Dr. Brad Barlow, assistant professor of astrophysics, received the Ruth Ridenhour Scholarly and Professional Achievement Award during High Point University’s 2017 Commencement ceremony. The award recognizes a full-time faculty member for exemplary accomplishments in research and creative endeavors. Barlow teaches introductory and advanced courses in physics and astronomy. […]
This story is featured in the Fall 2016 edition of the HPU Magazine. HPU students are granted access to global innovators, including Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak. As Wozniak begins his role as “Innovator in Residence” at HPU, students come to know the genius behind Apple Computer as a mentor and a friend. Jan. 31, 2017 update: Steve […]
HIGH POINT, N.C., Oct. 3, 2016 – Donarius Goldring listened as High Point University student volunteers explained how air pressure can send a plastic bottle launching into the sky. Then he put his hands on a pump, pressed down a few times, heard a loud pop and watched science come to life. “It flies up […]
HIGH POINT, N.C., Sept. 28, 2016 – Members of the High Point University community frequently conduct, publish and share research and creative works in a variety of ways. Below is a recap of research initiatives from the past month. Pharmacy Professor Publishes Research Linking Diabetes to Alzheimer’s Disease Dr. Scott Hemby, professor and chair […]
HIGH POINT, N.C., Sept. 16, 2016 – The third annual HPUniverse Day will offer an evening for families to explore space, science and beyond on the High Point University campus. High Point University Department of Physics will host “HPUniverse Day,” a family-friendly, educational outreach astronomy event, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sept. 30 […]
With another successful commencement behind us, recent High Point University graduates are preparing to commence prestigious career paths around the world at Fortune 500 companies, international service programs, public school systems, top-tier law, medical and graduate school programs, and many other esteemed organizations thanks to their journey at HPU. Here’s a glimpse of one extraordinary […]
HPU’s newest cohort of students represents a wide variety of academic achievement, service, backgrounds, cultures and geographic locations. Zack Hutchens joins the Class of 2020 with a wealth of experience already under his belt. Below, discover how he plans to launch a successful career in the sciences, starting with an extraordinary education at HPU: Name: Zack Hutchens […]
HIGH POINT, N.C., March 24, 2016 – He’s known to the world as the genius behind Apple Computer. But on March 23, High Point University students came to know Steve Wozniak as a mentor and a friend. Wozniak began his role as HPU’s Innovator in Residence on Wednesday by working with students spanning majors across […]
Through NASA’s Micro-g Next program, High Point University students developed a “Chip n Ship” device for astronauts to chip off samples of an asteroid while they’re exploring its surface.
HIGH POINT, N.C., Feb. 23, 2016 – Dr. Briana Fiser, assistant professor of physics at High Point University, was granted her second U.S. patent for components that make up potentially lifesaving medical devices that are in the early stages of development. Fiser was awarded the patent with researchers Richard Superfine, Richard Spero, Adam Shields and […]
HIGH POINT, N.C., Jan. 21, 2016 – High Point University students Thomas Boudreaux, Rodrigo Catalan and Alan Vasquez, and Brad Barlow, assistant professor of astrophysics, gave presentations at the 227th meeting of the American Astronomical Society on Jan. 5-8. The meeting is the largest national gathering of astronomers, with more than 3,000 in attendance this […]
HIGH POINT, N.C., Dec. 29, 2015 – High Point University physics students have once again made a discovery of astronomical proportion. Alan Vasquez and Eugene Filik discovered pulsations in a star during a research trip to the Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory in Chile over fall break. The students made the discovery of the pulsating white […]
Hallie Stidham always liked math and science, and right before she started seventh grade, she realized she really wanted to become an engineer. She found out at summer camp. That’s how it all started. Her interest led her to High Point University from her home in Dennis, Massachusetts. Today, Stidham is a senior, and her […]
By: Dr. Aaron Titus, chair of the High Point University Department of Physics In our quest to answer the question, “Are we alone in the Universe?” my First Year Seminar (FYS) class at High Point University recently read the book “The Martian” by Andy Weir. With NASA announcing evidence for water flowing on present-day Mars just three […]
