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Hsin-Pei Chen

PhD Student in Astronomy at UT Austin

Outreach

Astronomy Club Activities (2017-2020)

NKNU astro club

I initiated the Astronomy Club at the National Kaohsiung Normal University (NKNU) during my undergraduate years, recruited instructors and instrumental aids, and designed courses for astronomy and observation techniques. I also led the teaching segment at the National Tsing Hua University (NTHU) StarKids Astronomy Camp, designed for high school students who are passionate about astronomy.

Starkids Camp
2019 StarKids Astronomy Camp in Hsinchu, Taiwan.

Astronomy Club Union of Universities in Taiwan (2020-2024)

During 2020-2022, I served as one of the directors at the Astronomy Club Union of Universities in Taiwan (ACUUT), an organization dedicated to supporting university astronomy clubs in Taiwan. Especially, during the solar eclipse in June 2020, I coordinated the national live-streaming program of ACUUT in collaboration with the Central Weather Bureau in Taiwan, ultimately attracting around 290,000 viewers. Through these experiences, I have acquired valuable skills in project organization, team leadership, and effective collaboration.


Astronomy for the Public in Austin (2024-Current)

AoT in Austin

As an international student who left my home country at the age of 26, I am currently learning to engage with the local community in Austin, TX by regularly attending Astronomy on Tap ATX events. My goal is to give at least one public talk before I graduate in 2029. Hopefully more!