About the Speaker

Samuel Singer, PhD, is an astronomy educator and founder and executive director of Wyoming Stargazing. He has been recognized by NASA as a volunteer Solar System Ambassador, as well as by the IGES and NASA in their Top Stars program for an astronomy lesson plan he wrote. In 2013, Samuel completed his doctorate degree in Science Education from the University of Wyoming. His dissertation research focused on spirituality in outdoor environmental education. After wrapping up his dissertation, he founded Wyoming Stargazing as a way to further his passion for helping others explore the Universe. On his time off, he enjoys meditation, backcountry skiing, yoga and long distance running. Samuel currently splits his time between Jackson, Wyoming and Boulder Creek, California where he lives with his partner Becca, their two dogs, Monte and Grover, and a newborn baby, Simone.