Allison Towner
Department of Astronomy
I am an astronomer studying how stars and planets form in the Milky Way. I love using astronomy as a "gateway science" to help people get excited about our universe. I also think astronomy is a great way for people to feel more comfortable with topics and skills they don't usually think of themselves as being "good at." I look forward to learning how to make my classes hands-on and welcoming, and helping students build skills they'll be able to use for the rest of their lives.