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Faculty Bio

Faculty Bios

Daniel Allen

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Contact

Physics Instructor
Math & Science General
Phone: 217-234-5435
Email: dallen3077@lakelandcollege.edu

Education Information

College/University

Bachelor of Science - Physics, Valparaiso University
Master of Science - Physics, Brigham Young University

Professional Affiliations/Award

American Astronomical Society (AAS) Member

AAS - Division for Planetary Sciences Member

2020 Astronomical Society of the Pacific Fall Meeting Scholarship Recipient

About

Hobbies and Interest

I enjoy running, reading, stargazing, and spending time with my family. I try to garden every year with mixed results. I also enjoy watching good scifi and playing games when I get the chance. I love teaching and science outreach.

Courses Taught

PHY-110 Concepts of Physics

PHY-115 Astronomy

PHY-141 University Physics II - Thermodynamics and Electromagnetism

PHY-142 University Physics III - Modern Physics

PHY-245 Solid Mechanics

ESC-102 Weather and Climate

Faculty statement/Why do you like teaching at Lake Land College?

Science is fun! I want my students to enjoy learning and to see that science isn't just equations and lab coats. I want my students to be lifelong learners who can think critically and solve problems. To encourage lifelong learning, I strive to instill a thirst for knowledge by making science fun and by making my lectures understandable and relevant. Demonstrations and hands-on activities provide ways to liven up lectures, and recent events and discoveries establish relevancy. Teaching and learning is a mutual process that includes an exchange of ideas from teacher to student and student to teacher. Lectures interspersed with activities and group discussions foster this openness and encourage questions and critical thinking.

Research interests, Specializations, and Background

My research interests include planetary volcanism and surface processes, variable stars, and educational engagement and teaching methods.
 

Community Service

I was involved with scouting for many years, and I'm active in my local church.