quimbo; The panelists represented a broad spectrum of inspired scientists, engineers,
and technicians, who endeavored to motivate the students into science and astronomy
careers. The photos on the following pages show the fun and privilege we had in sharing
our knowledge.
Manuel Paredes is the Communications Coordinator at Gemini South. He can be reached at:
[email protected]
Veronica Firpo (in black
at center) joined a group
of female students for a
photo at the end of Firpo’s
public talk about women in
astronomy, as part of Viaje
al Universo’s activities.
Gemini Deputy Director
Henry Roe (bearded,
in background), joins
others in a photo with
the three winners of
the 2017 Astronomical
Costume Contest, at
the Gemini South Base
Facility in La Serena.
Gemini South Public
Information Office Staff
member Fernanda Urrutia
(kneeling at center) posing with
the participants of the Mateada
Astronómica — an initiative
boost by Gemini South during
Viaje al Universo to promote
women into STEM careers.
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