Boost Science in Liberal Education in Bulgaria

They are young; they are talented and share a common passion for Physics. Their feedback is the fairest assessment to the Science Lab Project and the motivation to move forward with it. Here are some inspirational quotes from our future scientists:

 “Personally, I always struggled with Physics, because I found it abstract and very hard to understand. When I came to AUBG many people recommended Physics: Theory and Experiment as a class.  I was very glad that I did. I was able to understand Physics very easily through the experiments conducted in the labs. All the equipment is very easy to use and student-friendly. My experience in the labs has made me consider doing a Physics Major. I would highly recommend it to other students as well. “Dea, first year student

“I like the Science Lab because we have the chance to put in practice the knowledge gained from the lectures in the class. Conducting experiments and working in teams makes the course more interesting and more interactive. Through the Science Lab we have the opportunity to do important experiments developed years ago by well-known physicians. I hope that in the near future the Lab will have all the necessary equipment and devices, in order to realize the current experiments more precisely and conduct new experiments as well.” Jurgen, first year student

We are happy to share that AUBG Science Lab will be soon enhanced by brand new equipment. Four Spectrometers, and sixteen laser modules (red, green, blue and violet purple blue) were delivered on AUBG campus at the end of April. The new experiments will allow our students to acquire new knowledge and gain solid grounding in Physics. We will continue to educate and support them. The best is yet to come!

Links:

• Physics Experiment

We are extremely pleased to announce that we have raised a total of $10,181 since our Science Lab equipment project was first posted: $5,181 via the GlobalGiving platform and $5,000 from a single anonymous science lover. We will utilize the donated amount for the purchase and delivery to campus of the equipment listed in the attached table.

These devices will furnish 4 workstations for conducting two types of advanced experiments in atomic physics: “Spectrometry” and “Photoelectric Effect Study and Measuring Planck’s Constant”. These experiments will augment considerably the educational experience of the students by providing practical hands-on learning to complement our science curriculum's theoretical fundamentals. The new workstations will be functioning and available to students from the beginning of the Fall 2019 semester.

We have received plenty of positive feedback from our donors who contributed to the project. Here are just a few quotes that make us feel proud and happy:

“I donated to this project, because it supports key areas for progressive curriculum development, simultaneously maintaining viable linkages between classroom and real-life experience…” – a friend of AUBG

“I trust my contribution will help AUBG to enhance its infrastructure and facilitate student learning. The new Science Lab will turn AUBG into a channel of cutting-edge practices in teaching Science.” – an AUBG professor

“I love this project, because it will help AUBG become a space of knowledge, curiosity and scientific endeavor...” – an AUBG staff member

" While I studied at AUBG I always dreamt about a pratice lab where I could experiment what we were taught in class during my astronomy and environmental science classes. The Science lab would be a valuable asset to AUBG and the local community since it will expand the knowledge and curiosity of students and visitors beyond the classroom walls and the laptops and ipads." - an AUBG alumna

With the generous support of our valued donors we are moving forward to enhancing our academic program with a major in Physics and a minor in Environmental Studies. The Science Lab is a cornerstone in achieving this ambitious goal!

• Equipment list (XLSX)