The Guides

Feeling lost in space? We've got you.

Navigating the world of astronomy — from choosing the right degree to finding research opportunities or building a career — can feel overwhelming. That’s why we’ve created these comprehensive guides to help you every step of the way. Whether you're just starting to explore your interest or ready to launch into the professional field, you’ll find clear, accessible advice tailored for aspiring astronomers like you.

Explore our guides below and take your next step with confidence!

Navigating Imposter Syndrome & Staying Confident

Image Credits: https://www.uclahealth.org/news/article/feeling-like-fraud-imposter-syndrome-common-among-high Written by Julia Busemeyer Have you ever felt out of place in astronomy? Whether it was a class, a project, a research position, or something else-- have you ever felt like everyone else in the room knew what they were doing but you were a fraud? This isn’t me calling you out, I’ve been there too. In fact, many astronomy students and professionals struggle with impos

Julia Busemeyer

Dec 14, 20257 min read

How To Give a Great Research Talk

image credits: https://flic.kr/p/aRYWGe Let’s set the scene: I am freshly 18, it's the second semester of my first year of university, and I just finished working on my first, very, very minor research project. I poured my soul into this project and the paper I wrote accurately demonstrates everything that I put into it. But there’s one problem: the research symposium is coming up. I have never been good at public speaking. I get nervous, I stumble over my words, and I never

Maya Lawrence

Oct 13, 20253 min read

A Guide to Phone Astrophotography

Have you been wanting to photograph the stars, but don't know where to start? In this guide, Martyna dives into how simple it is to start!

Martyna Maczuga

Sep 21, 20254 min read

Guide to Purchasing A Telescope

Looking to buy your first telescope? This guide is for you! Martyna explores the ins and outs of what telescope is best for you and your observing needs!