December 8th was the 2022 Wyant College Staff Appreciation and Holiday Lunch. Students, staff and faculty gathered outside the Meinel building to enjoy a delicious meal; listen to music; announce the staff employee of the year, honorable mention and 4th quarter peer-to-peer and spot awards.

Congratulations to Dr. John Koshel who was elected as a 2023 Fellow Member of Optica. Fellow membership in Optica is limited to no more than ten percent of the membership and is reserved for members who have served with distinction in the advancement of optics and photonics.

“For three decades, John Greivenkamp, Emeritus Professor of Optical Sciences, was an exceptionally committed member of Wyant College of Optical Sciences’ faculty and an extraordinary leader, championing the education of our students, the welfare of the college, community outreach, and the future of our profession and professional community,” said Thomas L. Koch, Ph.D., dean of the Wyant College of Optical Sciences.

In celebration of National Native American Heritage Month, November, we recognize Wyant College alumnus and current PhD student, Micah Mann (BS 2020 & MS 2022). 

This week in Another Wavelength, we chat with Junior, B.S., student Walter Rahmer. Walter is advised by Professor Chris Walker at Steward Observatory.