A total solar eclipse by itself is not entirely rare; it is an event that occurs once every 18 or so months. However, when you take into account the fact that 29.2% of the Earth is land (with the rest being water) coupled with how busy we are in this day and age, this celestial phenomenon can make itself out to be more of a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Upon hearing about the chance to be in the eclipse's path of totality, both Tufts SEDS and UNH SEDS jumped on the opportunity to have our members come together for a collaborative viewing event in Gardner Memorial Park at Newport, Vermont to witness the cosmic marvel. Amidst the awe-inspiring backdrop of the eclipse, we shared our latest projects, discussed future collaborations, and bonded over our shared passion for astronomy and aerospace.
Albeit a brutal commute to and from the viewing site (some of use got back around 1am), the meetup was a memorable experience that not only deepened our appreciation for these rare celestial events but also fostered camaraderie and potential partnerships between our two chapters. Ad Astra!
