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    Is Age Just a Number in Pursuing a Career in Astronomy?

    Thank you all for your well thought out responses. I truly appreciate it. With some trepidation, but with great determination, I am going to give it a shot. I'm basically retiring from law after having my own practice for many years. I have the time and the resources to pour myself into the...
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    Is Age Just a Number in Pursuing a Career in Astronomy?

    Thank you for that. I'm fortunate enough not to have to worry about employment issues at this point in my life, but I wouldn't mind teaching kids and giving something back to our younger people. Maybe I won't figure out the theory of everything, but some young person I teach or inspire someday...
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    Is Age Just a Number in Pursuing a Career in Astronomy?

    Hi all. I am a 49 year-old attorney who is embarking on a second academic career. I am starting an undergraduate degree in Physics at Arizona State in January. I'm good at math and love science. I am a bit apprehensive about returning to school though. I understand its a long haul, but I am...
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