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Schwartz Astronomical Society

 About Us

The Schwartz Astronomical Society (SAS) is San Diego State University's student-led organization dedicated to spreading interest in astronomy to the general public. SAS is open to anyone interested in physics and astronomy. We hold regular events that pertain to astronomy and socializing with other members and faculty. For more information about club events, follow our Instagram and join our Discord. Special thanks to Celestron for sponsoring our club. 

Our events

general body meetings (GBms)

GBMs are held bi-weekly on Fridays at 2:30 PM. Attend for club updates and other activities.

star parties

Come to the physics-astronomy building rooftop for telescope sights as well as food and music.

Day trips

Past trip locations include Mount Laguna Observatory, the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, the Imperial Sand Dunes, and the San Diego Air & Space Museum.

overnight trips

Past trips include camping at  Palomar Observatory. 

movie nights

Watch astronomy movies with other members under the stars on the physics-astronomy rooftop.

and more!

astrobiology club

Interested in astrobiology? Click here for the Astrobio website.

officers

president

Mary Kate Petrykovets

vice president

Alondra Recendiz

secretary

Natalia Smith

treasurer

Hannah Bell

cssc 
representative

Tahlia Floor

astrobiology 
expert

Chris Farias

pr & marketing manager

Tiffany Kjosness

event coordinator

Luke Moore

active members

List of active members coming next semester!

Contact

discord

Click here

email

sdsuastro@gmail.com