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founded in 1889, that works to increase understanding and appreciation of astronomy.
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January 12 - The ASP welcomes nominations for the 2025 Awards including the Catherine Wolfe Bruce Gold Medal, the Robert J. Trumpler, and the Nancy Grace Roman Award.

Derrick Pitts, President of the ASP's Board of Directors, and Vivian White, ASP's Director of Free Choice Learning, recently shared their "Cosmic Connections" with Beth Ward for the January/February issue of "Diversity in Action" Innovations at the Intersection: Where Culture Meets STEAM

January 22 - The ASP is seeking a professional to lead our fundraising efforts, enhance our capacity to support astronomy education initiatives, has a passion for science literacy, and will build relationships with donors, stakeholders, and the community.

  • The ASP provides activities and resources to help better understand and share the wonder of astronomy as the gateway to science literacy.
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  • The ASP's AstroShop offers a curated selection of the best astronomy-related educational and outreach materials available. All proceeds support the mission and programs of the ASP.
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  • Our programs and resources further our mission to support the "intermediate communicators" - those who share the excitement of the universe with others through education and public outreach.
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  • The ASP Annual Meeting, Awards Gala, and select events and lectures, help us share our programs and resources, as well as celebrate the work of noted educators, astronomy researchers, and amateur astronomers.
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