Physics


The Science MisEducation of Lynda Williams

  • MS in Physics, San Francisco State University

  • BA in Mathematics, California State University, Sacramento

  • Physics and Astronomy Instructor at San Francisco State University

  • High School Physics Teacher, SF High School of the Arts (SOTA)

  • Lynda's Resume
I first became interested in physics while studying philosophy and metaphysics in college. I realized that in order to study the nature of the Metaphysical Universe, it is necessary to understand the Physical Universe and that requires a knowledge of physics and mathematics. I started teaching myself by reading popular books on physics and I discovered that physics was asking all the big interesting questions like: What is the Universe made of? How did it come into existence and evolve? What is space, time, matter and consciousness?" I also discovered that, in many ways, physicists are modern cosmic priests. The primary difference is physicists use mathematics rather than gods as metaphor to describe the indescribable and they practice experiments rather than mystical rituals to invoke and test the forces of nature. I was hooked!

Unfortunately, mathematics often forms a language barrier which keeps people from participating in the wonderful and important world of physics. But when you learn the language of mathematics you can see that physical laws are not only powerful tools for building lasers and bombs, they are also the great poetic masterpieces of our time. Watching a master derive a physical law from first principles is like listening to a great symphony - it is logical elegance and harmony in action! But more than that, physics explores and describes some of the most fantastic and important things in the universe! From strange subatomic particles that we are made of to mysterious black holes in the far reaches of space-time, physics is a powerful tool to explore the Universe with. I am also very concerned with physics policy and the physics biz and how they affect the global society and environment. In my work, I endeavor to present both the beauty and wonder of physics as well as its social and political issues in ways that are accessible and entertaining to everyone.

Contact me at: lynda@scientainment.com