About Physics Department

Physics is the most fundamental science. It is the foundation for our understanding of the world around us, spanning the ultimate depths within subatomic nuclei to distances beyond the known universe. Physics provides a basis for other sciences, including chemistry, biology, astronomy, and geology. Physics discoveries, which led to technologies ranging from energy sources to quantum information and nano-communication devices to medical diagnostics, have revolutionized our world, and will continue to do so. The physics curriculum provides strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities for careers ranging from academic research, to industrial development, to large government exploration, to project management. The curriculum is unusually flexible and has successfully led to degrees with major physics, minor physics in physical science. The physics program also promotes and rewards creativity, stimulates intellectual development, and engages our students in life-long learning.