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Hannah A. Lange, M.S.T. - Physics & Astronomy Curriculum Vitae Name: Hannah A. Lange Work Address: Houston Community College, Southeast - Felix Fraga 130C, 301 N. Drennan Street, Houston, Texas 77003 Office Telephone Number: 713-718-7773 College Email Address: [email protected] Education M.S.T. Physics & Astronomy, Rice University, Houston, Texas, 2012 Concentrations: Astronomy, Physics, Geology, Nanotechnology Research: Impact Earth - Asteroids, Comets & Meteorites with Dr. Patricia Reiff B.S. Behavioral Sciences, University of Houston-Clear Lake, Houston, Texas, 2004 Concentrations: Psychology, Astronomy, Philosophy, Classics Research: Analysis of TV Commercials with Dr. Robert Bartsch Teaching Experience Adjunct Astronomy Instructor, 2016 - Present Houston Community College District Courses: Introduction to Stars and Galaxies, Solar System Astronomy, Online, Dual Credit Program Assistant, 2003 - 2008, 2021 - Present George Observatory - Houston Museum of Natural Science Courses: Astronomy, Private & Public observing nights, School & Scout Overnight Program, Space Mission simulations Instructor, 2009 - Present Advance Academy Courses: - Grades 3-6 - Science, Math, Language Arts, Logical Thinking Skills, Typing & Spelling, Building Background Knowledge, Virtues & Etiquette - Grades 7-12 - Science, Math, Astronomy, Algebra, Calculus Science Teacher, 2014 - 2015 Harmony School of Science - High School Courses: Grade 11-12 Astronomy, Grade 8 Science Teaching Assistant, 2008 - 2013 Rice University, Physics & Astronomy Department, Dr. Patricia Reiff Courses: Astronomy for Teachers, Teaching Astronomy Lab, Teaching Earth & Space Science, Physics of Ham Radio Pull-Out Science Teacher, Tutor, 2012 - 2013 Clear Creek Intermediate School District, Brookside & Creekside Intermediate Schools Courses: Grade 8 Science Science & Technology Coordinator, Science Teacher, Tutor, 2009 - 2010 Stepping Stones Charter Elementary School Courses: Grades 3-6 Science & Technology Coordinator, Grade 4 Science & Math Teacher, Grades 3-6 Tutoring Classes (Math, Language Arts), Grades 3-6 Science Club After-School Program Public Programs Assistant, Education Department, 2008 - 2009 Space Center Houston Courses: Grades 7 -12 International Space School - Taiwan and India (supervisor, instructor), Grades 9-12 BP - Houston High School Physics Challenge classes with astronaut Bjarni Tryggvason (instructor), SEEC/Space Exploration Educators Conference (supervisor, instructor), Corporate Workshops (instructor), Scout Camp- In program (trained 12 instructors, developed Earth-Space Science curriculum), Grades K-8 Day Camp Earth-Space Science classes (supervisor, instructor) Professional, Technical, and Work-related Experience and Skills Operate telescopes (variety) for astronomy classes and S.T.A.R. Squad observing nights at HCC - West Loop, Felix Fraga, and Stafford campuses, 2016 - present Operate telescopes (variety) for astronomy classes, private and public observing nights at the George Observatory - Houston Museum of Natural Science, 2003 - present Operated telescopes (16-inch mounted and 8-inch reflectors) for astronomy classes, private and public observing nights at Rice University Campus Observatory, 2008 - 2012 Exhibitor, NSTA (National Science Teachers Association) Conference, representing NASA/Houston Museum of Natural Science’s Discovery Dome and Space Update software, 2009 - 2015 Exhibitor & Presenter, CAST (Conference for the Advancement of Science Teaching) Conference, representing NASA/Houston Museum of Natural Science’s Discovery Dome and Space Update software, 2009 - 2015 Assisted in discovery of 3 asteroids as member of Asteroid Team (A-Team) and High-Energy Astronomy Team (HEAT) - Fort Bend Astronomy Club at the George Observatory using 18” telescope, CCD camera, and astrophotography software, 2003 - 2008 Nominated and chosen by Perot Industries as student representative of Rice University for NASA’s Project Management Challenge conference, http://www.nasa.gov/offices/oce/appel/knowledge/forums/30.html, 2007, 2008 Nominated and chosen for initial NASA - Texas Aerospace College Scholars program, NASA - Johnson Space Center, 2000 Science Fair Judge at Lee College, St. Nicholas Elementary School, and state-wide Junior High School Science Fair competition held annually at Reliant Stadium since 1998 General Ham Radio Operator since 2007 Private Pilot since 1995 Amateur Astronomer since 1974 Professional Achievements and Publications Certification and Training Teaching Online Certification, Houston Community College, 2021 Texas Educator Certification, TExES/ExCET, 116 Science 4-8, 2009 Nanotechnology for Teachers Summer Internship Program, Rice University/CBEN - assisted Ph.D. candidate Elvira Butler, Dr. Tour’s lab, with research: Functionalization of PMMA-Derived Graphene, 2011 Rafe Esquith, Teach Like Your Hair’s on Fire (4 hours), 2012 Jerrie Kalenda, Translating Brain Research to Classroom Strategies (4 hours), 2010 Dr. Harry Wong, Classroom Management (12 hours), 2009 Madeline Hunter, Lesson Design (12 hours), 2009 Awards and Honors NASA/MMS (Magnetospheric Multiscale Mission) Grant, Rice University, 2008 - 2012 NSF (National Space Foundation) Grant, Rice University, 2008 - 2012 Psi Chi Honors Society, University of Houston-Clear Lake, 2002 - 2004 Dean’s List, University of Houston-Clear Lake, 2002 - 2004 University College Student Scholarships, University of Toronto, 2000 - 2002 Biology/A&P Honors Award, Lee College, 2000 Student Honors Program, Lee College, 1998 - 2000 Eva Maude/Plum Scholarship, Lee College, 1998 Publications NASA - PM Perspectives magazine, 2007, http://pmperspectives.gsfc.nasa.gov/Articles2007.htm - Effective Communication - Space Shuttle Challenger: Resolution of Project Management Conflicts - The Importance of Prioritizing - Humor in the Workplace Professional Affiliations National Science Teachers Association Fort Bend Astronomy Club Houston Astronomical Society Royal Astronomical Society of Canada .