Saint Mary’s University has created a new initiative called Star Finder – the David Lane Astronomy Outreach Program, which gives teachers across Nova Scotia the tools to deliver an astronomy-focused curriculum to students in Grades 6 and 9. The program aims to inspire enthusiasm and understanding of astronomy, particularly by creating opportunities for students in rural and underserved communities. “The Star Finder program will give young people in rural and underserved areas access to the type of scientific discovery associated with big cities and major universities,” said SMU Burke-Gaffney Observatory Director Dr Vincent Hénault-Brune. “The program enables students and teachers to have hands-on participation in cosmic discovery.” This initiative is supported by a $250K gift from David and Michelle Lane.
