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My name is Jan Kmetko. I teach at Santa Rosa Junior College in California, and in the summers I volunteer at Mount Wilson Observatory. I love physics and astronomy.

I started this blog to express my ideas about the universe and life without making the posts needlessly academic.

The site has two main areas:

  • Teaching — learning tips and selected lessons.
  • Personal — essays and reflections on philosophy, science, astronomy, and life.

 

I write for curious readers who enjoy careful thinking in an informal format. My personal essays are classified by reading depth: choose light articles for casual reading and deep articles for heavier mental engagement.

If you would like to make a public comment or ask a question about one of my posts, email me. I may include your comment under the essay, either anonymously or with your name.

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