In addition to his coursework in physics and astronomy and mathematics, Beau Prince studies space weathering in the university’s Processes, Environments, and Astrochemistry on Extraterrestrial Surfaces Research Laboratory. With mentorship from Associate Professor Mark Loeffler and others, Beau is reaching toward his goals.
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I chose to apply to NAU after learning the many unique attributes that Flagstaff and the campus had to offer to astronomy, and NAU hasn't failed to provide me with many resources and opportunities to meet inspiring people who have helped me add finesse to the vision of my future career. I know that if I had chosen to study at a different university, I would have neither experienced the close-knit relationship between faculty and students, nor would I have decided to create my future path in planetary geology.Heshani Pieris, Physics and Astronomy major with a minor in Mathematics