NUS Astronomical Society announcements

Hi NUSAS, Due to the worsening haze situation, unfortunately the stargazing session today will be cancelled 😞 Have a good rest and see you guys next week! 🔥

📸 Help us refresh the NUSAS noticeboard! We’re looking for photos from our members to print and feature on our updated noticeboard. If you have any pictures related to NUSAS like from stargazing sessions, AstroBash, AstroChallenge, events, astrophotography, group photos, or anything else memorable, we’d love to include them! Please send us your photos in the highest quality available, along with a short description if relevant. Older photos are welcome too! Directly message me your photos on Telegram @astronomiqal

Hii NUSAS! 🌌 Trying to decide how to spend your NUS Well-Being Day this Friday ? 🔥 Come join us on 9 October at 📍 Utown ERC Rooftop from 7:30 PM for a relaxing stargazing session! Spend your time learning about the constellations and relax with the people around you ✨ Note: Session is subject to weather conditions due to the worsening haze situation ‼️

NUSAS 29th EXCO Subcommittee Signup Form NUSAS will be working on more activities, events and projects throughout the year, and we’re looking for subcommittee members to help us make them happen!  You can join based on what you’re interested in. No prior experience is required and it’s also a chance to learn something new. Logistics Subcom Manage telescope and equipment setup, maintenance, transport and event logistics. Publicity Subcom Create posters, social media content, photos/videos, merchandise and other publicity materials. AstroChallenge Subcom Plan and run our annual astronomy competition, including activities, competition content and event operations. AstroBash Subcom Organise our overseas stargazing trips, including destination research, itinerary planning, logistics and equipment preparation. Astro Programme Subcom Develop our regular astronomy sessions through topic research, presentation slides, activities and stargazing programmes. If you have any questions about a specific subcommittee, feel free to contact the respective EXCO on Telegram: Logistics - Medha (@medhaa_2008) Publicity - Zi Lin (@zilxn) AstroChallenge - Athayeris (@athayeris) / Sureya (@sureyaaprakashks) AstroBash - Adam Tam (@adamtzj) Astro Programme - Divyansh (@m_d1v) For general questions about the subcommittees, or where you might fit in, feel free to contact: President - Aqil (@astronomiqal) VP (Engagement) - Sudeeksha (@sudee03y) VP (Events) - Pranav (@pra080205)

Hi NUSAStronauts! 🧑‍🚀 After a long week of midterms and studying, let’s take a moment to look up, and appreciate the night sky! ✨ Come join us this Friday (2 October) at 📍 Engineering Bridge from 7:30 PM for a relaxing stargazing session! You can try out the 12-inch Dobsonian telescope or simply vibe and chat with fellow stargazers! Note: Session is subject to weather conditions so let’s have our fingers crossed the haze stays away and skies remain clear! 🤞 ~ Clear skies! 😊

Hii everyone! 🔭 Join us for an amazing night under the sky for this week’s stargazing session. Since this is typically the HOTO period, note that there is no talks for this week! ✨🌌 ⏱️ Date and Time: 11 Sep 2026, 8.30pm 📌Location: Frontier Green (S17 Bus Stop) ‼️PS: Due to the haze situation, please watch out for your health and we’ll keep you updated about the weather at least an hour prior to the stargazing session!

A New Chapter for NUSAS With the AGM and elections concluded, we are excited to welcome the 29th EXCO of NUSAS!  A new team, new ideas, and a new year of exploring, learning, and sharing astronomy together. We look forward to seeing what this team will bring to NUSAS in the year ahead.  President Muhammad Amirul Aqil Bin Abdul Jamil (Aqil) Vice President (Engagement) Sudeeksha Padmanaban (Sudeeksha) Vice President (Events) Pranav Sundar Jawaharlal (Pranav) Secretary Muthuvel Sneha (Sneha) Assistant Honorary Secretary Mihir Sunil Shah (Mihir) Honorary Treasurer Chua Jun Yuan Bryan (Bryan) Assistant Honorary Treasurer Isabel Tan Kaixi (Isabel) Astronomy Head Divyansh Mishra (Divyansh) Logistic Director Medha Mohla (Medha) Publicity Director Zi Lin Chua (Zi Lin) [not in picture] Assistant Publicity Director Jiayi Xiong (Jiayi) AstroChallenge Project Director Athayeris Salsabila Indarso (Atha) AstroChallenge Head Questionmaster Sureyaaprakash Kalaimahan Subramaniam (Sureya) AstroBash Project Director Adam Tam Zhi Jie (Adam) Welfare Director Senthil Vaibhava Ram (Ram) A huge thank you to the 28th EXCO for their dedication, effort, and contributions throughout the past year. Your work has helped shape NUSAS into what it is today, and we are grateful for everything you have put into the society. As the 29th EXCO, we are honoured to take up the responsibility and excited to continue building on what came before us. Here's to another year of astronomy, events, friendships, and perhaps a few late nights under the stars.  We would also like to congratulate our newly nominated Auditors for the financial year 2026/27: Shrinjana Ghosh Cindy Zhang Huixin We look forward to working alongside them to ensure a smooth and accountable term ahead.

The AGM is just around the corner! Allow us to introduce our fantastic candidates running for the 29th Exco of NUSAS. Get to know them early and be ready to cast your vote later today. We look forward to seeing you tonight at S14-06-19 at 7:30pm !! 🚀

🔭 A New Constellation: NUSAS AGM 2026 🔭 For centuries, we have looked to the stars to find our way. Constellations have guided travellers, inspired stories, and helped humanity navigate the unknown. Now, as we enter a new chapter, it is time for us to come together and shape a new constellation for the NUS Astronomical Society. ✨ Join us as we look back on the highlights and achievements of the past year, and look ahead to what lies beyond. Most importantly, this is your opportunity to vote for the next NUSAS Management Committee and have a say in the direction our society takes in the coming academic year. ⭐️ Come make your voice count and be part of NUSAS’ next chapter! 🗓 Date: 4 September 2026 (Friday) ⏱️ Time: 7:30 PM - 11:00 PM 📍 Venue: S14-06-19 👤 Who can vote: All official NUSAS ordinary members are eligible to vote. Ready to help shape the future of NUSAS? Please confirm your attendance here. Not a member yet? You can join NUSAS by submitting the membership form here.

🌟 NUSAS Exco Application AY26/27 🌟 Hi Astronomers! Applications for NUSAS 29th Exco are now open! 🔭✨ Passionate about astronomy and looking to get more involved? This is your chance to make a difference in NUSAS! 🌙 Join us to bring more exciting activities and opportunities to the astronomy community, while deepening your interest in astronomy and making new friends along the way! 💫 Incoming Year 1s are welcome too! 🤗 The application form closes on 2nd of September, 2026 (Wed). Sign up ASAP here! For more information, kindly refer to the document below, approach any of our current EXCO members to find out more or come for the Welcome Tea this Friday to find out the roles of each of our EXCO members! 🌌

A reminder to fill in this form by the 2nd of September!

directions from the main entrance of S16

🌟 NUSAS Exco Application AY26/27 🌟 Hi Astronomers! Applications for NUSAS 29th Exco are now open! 🔭✨ Passionate about astronomy and looking to get more involved? This is your chance to make a difference in NUSAS! 🌙 Join us to bring more exciting activities and opportunities to the astronomy community, while deepening your interest in astronomy and making new friends along the way! 💫 Incoming Year 1s are welcome too! 🤗 The application form closes on 2nd of September, 2026 (Wed). Sign up ASAP here! For more information, kindly refer to the document below, approach any of our current EXCO members to find out more or come for the Welcome Tea this Friday to find out the roles of each of our EXCO members! 🌌

Hope everyone is having a great week! Just a gentle reminder that we will be having our Welcome Tea this Friday at LT21 at FoS -- do remember to sign up!