The new astronomical Bank of Kentucky Observatory at TMC is providing Thomas More students
and the local community with a broadening glimpse into the
wonders of our universe. The exciting frontiers of
planets, stars, and faraway galaxies — and all the
other distant wonders of the skies — are within reach
of the state-of-the-art telescopes, cameras, and computers
that comprise the Observatory facility.
Expanding Horizons
Students
of all majors, researchers and all those interested in
appreciating and understanding the worlds beyond ours, find the
Observatory to be a mind-expanding resource. More
than just a place, but a program of study and exploration,
the Observatory opens the door to the Universe and brings
knowledge of the heavenly skies closer than ever.
Under the direction of the Department
of Physics, the Observatory has allowed the College to
expand both its general educational opportunities in astronomy
for all Thomas More students and research programs for
those students interested in a more in-depth understanding
of celestial objects and the equipment that allows astronomers
to study them.
The Observatory also opens its doors to the local community,
allowing everyone in the Greater Cincinnati area a chance to
wonder and learn about the heavens.
The purchase of the telescopes and supporting equipment
and construction of the new Observatory was made possible
through a grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF),
a generous gift from The Bank of Kentucky, and personal gifts
made by alumni and friends of Thomas More College.
For more information, please contact Dr. Wes Ryle, Department of Math & Physics, at 859-344-3367.
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