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37 2019 CONFERENCE FOR UNDERGRADUATE WOMEN IN PHYSICS Workshop Descriptions Optical Engineering: The Future Depends on Optics (hosted by Edmund Optics) Learn about the fascinating world of optics through interactive and hands-on optical experiments and demonstrations. rough these experiments and demonstrations, you will learn practical applications of optics and will gain insight into how optics are impacting the future. e future truly does depend on optics and, because of this, the field of optics is booming. If you enjoy physics and critical thinking, this could be the field for you! After engaging in optical experiments, optical engineers will discuss what you can do to make the most of your college career to best prepare you for life beyond your studies. Physics Puzzles (hosted by Princeton University Undergraduate Women in Physics) Can you use your physics knowledge and your wits to solve this fiendish collection of physics puzzles? Only one way to find out! Choosing a College and Major and How to Set Yourself Up for Success In this workshop, attendees will hear from experts on how to decide which college or university is right for you, and how to select a program of study. Hear from a collection of TCNJ students, administrative officers, and industry professionals about these decisions and helpful tips to give you the best chance of success in college and beyond! Gender Equity in Physics Physics suffers from an underrepresentation of women. is workshop — led by an expert in gender issues within science — explores some of the reasons behind this problem and what we as a community can do to grow the number of women working in physics. SATURDAY, JANUARY 19 (CONTINUED)