Had you asked – a young, school-aged Heather Alexander might have told you that she wanted to be an astronomer when she grew up. However, a lack of faith in her own mathematical ability forced her to rethink her future career path and, instead, she turned her attention to teaching history. As though the stars
Sinead Mackle, Education and Outreach Manager at world renowned astronomical research centre, Armagh Observatory and Planetarium, is set to take up the voluntary post of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Officer with the UK and ROI based Council of the British Association of Planetaria (BAP). In the role, which will be held for at least
An innovative ‘Puffersphere’ display created by an Armagh Observatory and Planetarium summer intern was unveiled in the organisation’s Planetarium Exhibition Area this month. Titled ‘Observatories of the World,’ the spherical exhibit was created by Daniella Belo, an A-level pupil at St Patrick’s College in Dungannon, during her participation in the Nuffield Placement Programme. Presented in
Armagh Observatory and Planetarium (AOP) has announced 34-year-old Armagh native, Peter McNeill as its next Boardroom Apprentice. Appointed in June 2022, Peter is the fourth person to have been selected for the role in as many years. Peter, who has a background in community relations, will complete a year long apprenticeship with Armagh Observatory and
Armagh Planetarium and Observatory has employed two local men as part of its team since August 2021, through the new JobStart Scheme. Dylan Smith and Shea Agnew have been offered roles, to gain valuable work experience opportunities and training, both becoming employees on short term contracts. JobStart is a new scheme run by the Department
