Program Overview

Program Overview

The university program is an Honors Book Lab that explores the life and experiences of Richard P. Feynman, a Nobel Prize winner in physics. The program aims to overturn the common perception of science as a collection of dusty facts by examining Feynman's adventures and experiences.

Program Details

Instructor and Schedule

• Instructor: Zach Gompert
• Day/Time: Wednesdays, 3:00-4:00 p.m.
• Dates: 1/14-2/4
• Location: LLCA 102

Program Description

The program delves into the life of Richard P. Feynman through his book, which brings to life his experiences, including trading ideas on atomic physics with Einstein and cracking uncrackable safes guarding nuclear secrets. The program showcases Feynman's life as a unique blend of high intelligence, unlimited curiosity, and irreverence, demonstrating the joy and dedication required to understand how the world works.

Program Objectives

• Examine the life and experiences of Richard P. Feynman
• Overturn the common perception of science as a collection of dusty facts
• Demonstrate the pure joy and irreverence of science, problem-solving, and dedication to understanding the world