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For over three decades, the CU Wizards program has presented FREE monthly shows that entertain and inform children about the wonders of science. Under the direction of Professor David Nesbitt, these interactive shows are presented once a month from September through June. They are hosted by renowned University of Colorado, Boulder professors and provide a perfect start to a fun-filled weekend. The shows are geared toward children and young adults, but all are welcome! Each program lasts about an hour and includes several lively demonstration experiments.
No reservations required. All shows are on Saturday mornings and begin at 9:30 a.m.
WHERE?
At the University of Colorado at Boulder in the Duane Physics or Cristol Chemistry buildings. There is FREE PARKING in LOTS 308 and 436. There is also parking available for a $4.00 flat fee in the Euclid parking structure. Please refer to our website for additional parking information.
SPONSORS:
-Chancellor DiStefano
-David Paddock Endowment
-George Gamow Memorial Lecture Fund
-College of Arts & Sciences
-CU Science Discovery Program
-CU Outreach Program
-Local Wizards Enthusiasts who donate!
CU Wizards 2018-2019 Schedule:
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9/22/2018 |
Prof. Lew Harvey |
Illusion and Reality: The Science of Perception |
Duane Physics |
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10/20/2018 |
Prof. Katja Friedrich |
The Tumultuous Life of Cumulus Clouds |
Duane Physics |
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11/3/2018 |
Prof. Niels Damrauer |
The Chemistry of Bread! |
Cristol Chem 140 |
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12/1/2018 |
Prof. Steven Brown |
There’s Something in the Air! |
Cristol Chem 140 |
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1/26/2019 |
Prof. Mark Hoefer |
Surfing with a Mathematician! |
Duane Physics |
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2/23/2019 |
Prof. Michael Dubson |
The Physics of Sound & Music |
Duane Physics |
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3/16/2019 |
Prof. Alysia Marino & Prof. Daniel Bolton |
ZAPP!!! Electricity & Magnetism |
Duane Physics |
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4/20/2019 |
Prof. Amy Palmer |
One Fish…Two Fish… Fluorescent Red & Green Squish! |
Cristol Chem 140 |
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5/18/2019 |
Prof. Steven George |
The Chemistry of Energy! |
Cristol Chem 140 |
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6/22/2019
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Prof. Brian Argrow |
Games of Drones! |
Duane Physics |
CU Wizards 2017-2018 Schedule:
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9/30/2017 |
Prof. Janet deGrazia |
Go With the Flow! |
Cristol Chem 140 |
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10/28/2017 |
Master Storyteller Susan Marie Frontczak |
A Visit with Madame Curie Special 150th Anniversary of Curie’s Birth! |
Old Main Chapel RSVP Tickets Required Show is FULL No more seats are available
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11/18/2017 |
Prof. Moni Fleshner |
Immunity in Health & Disease: Superheros Within! |
Cristol Chem 140 |
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12/2/2017 |
Prof. Brian Hynek |
Rocks from Outer Space! |
CU Planetarium |
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1/27/2018 |
Prof. Eric Cornell |
Speed! |
Duane Physics |
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2/24/2018 |
Prof. David Nesbitt |
The Chemistry of Cooking!
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Cristol Chem 140 |
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3/17/2018 |
Prof. Paul Beale |
Much Ado About Absolute Zero! |
Duane Physics |
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4/28/2018 |
Prof. Mathias Weber |
Sink or Swim! |
Cristol Chem 140 |
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5/12/2018 |
Special Guest Dr. Rebecca Thompson |
Power, Grace, Wisdom, and Wonder: The Physics of Wonder Woman! |
Duane Physics |
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6/16/2018
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Prof. Andrew Hamilton |
Blackholes! |
CU Planetarium |
CU Wizards 2016-2017 Schedule:
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Prof. Lew Harvey |
"Illusion and Reality: The Science of Perception" |
Duane Physics G1B30 |
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Prof. Veronica Bierbaum |
"The Magic of Chemistry” |
Chem. 140 |
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Prof. Mark Hoefer |
Surfing with a Mathematician: Nonlinear Waves & Fluids |
Duane Physics |
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Prof. Steven Brown |
“The Chemistry of the Atmosphere” |
Chem. 140 |
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Prof. James Thompson |
“The Physics of Superheros and Villains!” |
Duane Physics G1B30 |
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Prof. Debbie Wuttke and Prof. Dylan Taatjes |
“Biochemistry for Kids”
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Chem. 140 |
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Prof. Thomas Cech |
“The Chemistry of Life” |
Chem. 140 |
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Prof. Amy Palmer |
TBA: Biophysical Chemistry |
Chem. 140 |
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Prof. Steven George |
"The Chemistry of Energy" |
Chem. 140 |
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Prof. Tom Perkins |
“For Very Big to Very Small…Microscopy and the Powers of Ten” |
Duane Physics G1B30 |