Undergraduate Quantum Association (UQA)
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Are you interested in quantum computing and technology? Do you want to learn more about quantum mechanics and its range of applications?
We post our announcements in the UQA Discord server about meetings, events, opportunities, and more! Join our Discord by using this link: https://discord.gg/qtqcAjhRVP
The Undergraduate Quantum Association (UQA) is a research and career-oriented student organization which provides a space for students to engage with and learn more about quantum science! UQA helps to connect the campus community to the frontiers of quantum through various events. We have…
- Taken tours to local facilities like IonQ, a quantum computing company focused on software and hardware development
- Invited speakers from quantum industries to discuss their work via a speaker series
- Invited UMD faculty to discuss quantum research opportunities on campus
- Collaborated with hackathon organizations to create a quantum computing track
Our community consists of physics, computer science, and other majors who are eager to explore quantum science. Regardless of major, everyone is welcome at UQA!
We have weekly general body meetings on Tuesdays at 7PM in Room 2208 John S. Toll Building.
2022-23 Leadership Team:
President: Jade LeSchack
Vice President: Sondos Quqandi
Secretary: Argen Detoito
Communications Officers: Hannah Cho
Officers: Dhruv Srinivasan, Neha Narayan, Aaron Gorbaty, Jacob Cigliano, Nick Mann, Hannah McCright, Nathan Constantinides
UQA Advisor: Donna Hammer
Association Sponsors:
The Vortex Makerspace
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Created: Tuesday, October 30 2018 09:30
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Join the Makerspace Today!
If you would like to get more involved, fill out https://ter.ps/Vortex2122.
About Us:
Welcome to the UMD Physics Makerspace! We seek to encourage learning, investigation, and collaboration through practical projects in electronics, fabrication, coding, and more. We focus on skills that are useful to a physics major in their career, but are not taught in any courses at UMD. While we are built around UMD physics, the same skills are useful in a range of fields, and all are welcome!
The Vortex is one makerspace among 25+ within the Makerspace Initative (MSI). The MSI is dedicated to providing students, faculty, and staff with the resources to create and innovate. For more information, visit their page.
You can get involved through our frequent hour-long workshops where we teach you a basic skill with no prior knowledge assumed. Or come drop on by any time (as long as we’re open) and chat with a shop manager about a project you are interested in working on in the space, and what resources we can offer you (make sure to check the shop manager schedule to find someone who is interested in the same topics as you!).
The Vortex is also the classroom for PHYS499X. PHYS499X is a laboratory course emphasizing practical skills for Physics experiments. The course covers design, fabrication, hands-on skills, repair, and safety. The course takes place within The Vortex to offer a curriculum focusing on practical skills that are not otherwise covered in the traditional coursework (e.g.: carpentry, electronics disassembly/assembly, soldering). Skills obtained and techniques learned in this course serve as a gateway into the Physics Makerspace community, and prepare students for experimental research experiences in future career trajectories, whether in research or industry.
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Our Location:
We are located in building 111, tucked between the physics and chemistry buildings. The easiest way to enter the space is to go down the stairs behind Toll 1410 and 1412. Our official address can be found here: maps.umd.edu
When we are open, the door remains unlocked and you can come on in!
Staff Contact Information:
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