Spooky Science Night in Lewis Hall

Join the ghouls from the Department of Physics and Astronomy in Lewis Hall for spooky physics demos. Bring the kids and learn about waves, electricity, magnetism and more.

Those who come should expect a hair-raising experience. One of the experiments involves a Van der Graff generator, a metal globe that shoots enough electricity through those who touch it to make their hair stand up. Harmlessly, of course. We also have other ‘nefarious’ experiments in mind some involving a bed of nails, fire and using an electromagnetic field to levitate items.

The night will also include food and fun, featuring a Halloween costume contest for youngsters, and learning how to freeze ice cream with liquid nitrogen, at minus 300 F.