MTSU Physics & Astronomy

08/25/2026

Partial Lunar Eclipse Viewing (weather dependent)
Date: Thursday, Aug 27
Time: 9:00 - 11:30 pm
Place: MTSU Uranidrome Plaza (behind Cope Building)
Information: Join us at the MTSU Uranidrome plaza for casual viewing with telescopes and binoculars. Come for a moment, stay for an hour, and enjoy the views. Unfortunately, the MTSU Observatory is closed for construction and will not be available.

Eclipse Stages
UTC Time
Local Time in Murfreesboro
Penumbral Eclipse begins
Aug 28 at 01:23:58
Aug 27 at 8:23:58 pm
Partial Eclipse begins
Aug 28 at 02:33:54
Aug 27 at 9:33:54 pm
Maximum Eclipse
Aug 28 at 04:12:53
Aug 27 at 11:12:53 pm
Partial Eclipse ends
Aug 28 at 05:51:59
Aug 28 at 12:51:59 am
Penumbral Eclipse ends
Aug 28 at 07:01:47
Aug 28 at 2:01:47 am

08/25/2026

SPS Presents the 1st meeting of the Fall semester on Friday, September 11th, in WPS 200 at 4:00 p.m. (see attached flyer and QR code, if you are interested in becoming an officer - or use the link below):

https://forms.gle/UedJ24sZFWmuSbHe7

08/25/2026

Fall 2026 Library Orientation for CBAS Students

08/18/2026

There’s one place you MUST be during the first week of classes our Get to Know CBAS Back to School event! 💙

Join us Friday, August 28, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Science Building Atrium for a chance to meet our departments, connect with faculty, staff and fellow students, and find out what’s happening across the College of Basic and Applied Sciences.

And we’re bringing the good stuff!

🚚 Food trucks
🍿 Popcorn
🥛 MTSU Famous Chocolate Milk
🎁 Giveaways

📅 Friday, August 28
⏰ 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
📍 Science Building Atrium

Kick off the semester with us!

06/18/2026

CBAS participated in and sponsored the Tennessee Valley Corridor National Summit, joining leaders from government, industry, national laboratories, and higher education to discuss the future of quantum science, artificial intelligence, nuclear energy, and national security.

The conversations reinforced the critical role universities play in advancing research, developing talent, and supporting innovation. As part of Tennessee's growing technology ecosystem, MTSU is contributing through research and workforce development in quantum science, cybersecurity, AI, engineering, and other STEM fields.

We appreciate the opportunity to collaborate with partners across the region as we work to prepare the next generation of innovators and problem-solvers.

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06/09/2026

What is quantum computing, and why are so many people talking about it?
In this episode of The Research Minute, Dr. David Butler sits down with Dr. Hanna Terletska, Associate Professor of Physics and Director of the QRISE Center at MTSU, to discuss quantum science, quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and the research helping shape these rapidly evolving fields.
🌎 The conversation also explores Dr. Terletska's journey from growing up on a farm in Ukraine to becoming a physicist, researcher, and mentor.
Watch the full episode at https://bit.ly/4dUJHkk
Topics include:
🔹 What quantum physics is and why it matters
🔹 How quantum computers differ from classical computers
🔹 The future of quantum networking and cybersecurity
🔹 The intersection of AI and quantum science
🔹 The importance of mentorship and research opportunities for students
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05/29/2026

From Tennessee to Austria ✈️

Physics alumna and Buchanan Fellow Ariel Nicastro has accepted a USTA teaching placement, where she’ll support students at an engineering school in Hollabrunn and a neighboring food technology program. 👏 💙

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05/19/2026

Exciting news!

05/18/2026

Big Day tomorrow for QRISE and MTE....

Watch live as MTSU and Middle Tennessee Electric formalizes its partnership in quantum research and education on Tuesday, May 19, at 8:15 a.m., here on Facebook, at MTSU.edu/live, or on MTSU True Blue TV! MTSU College of Basic & Applied Sciences

05/11/2026

Physics alumna and Buchanan Fellow Ariel Nicastro has accepted a USTA teaching placement, where she’ll support students at an engineering school in Hollabrunn and a neighboring food technology program. 👏 💙

.womeninphysics