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The rocket display located in the planetarium.

WSC planetarium unveils new slate of shows

Kaitlyn Bengtson, Staff Writer September 16, 2025

Wayne State College's Fred G. Dale Planetarium will be having many shows this semester.   The planetarium is located in the basement of WSC’s Carhart Science building. There have already been four...

April showings in the WSC planetarium

Gracie Reicks, News Writer April 1, 2025

As the spring semester continues, the Fred G. Dale Planetarium has planned new and never-before-seen shows to be played for students at WSC.   Each show follows the same format, except for Easter weekend....

The History of the Wayne Planetarium

The History of the Wayne Planetarium

Luke Stara, News Writer September 24, 2021

With flooding, weddings, and classes, the Fred G. Dale Planetarium at Wayne State College boasts a rich history and provides Todd Young, a professor of physics and astronomy, a way to provide back to the...

Ashley Ternus tries out the Oculus Rift VR system, while Dr. Todd Young observes from a computer.

VR allows for new education opportunities

Halleigh Hawkins, Staff Writer February 12, 2020

The Fred G. Planetarium at Wayne State College is bringing more opportunities to students by incorporating virtual reality to further education in the health field. The Oculus Rift, a game quest that...

New shows at the Planetarium

New shows at the Planetarium

Julia Baxter, Staff Writer February 2, 2017

Looking for an affordable date night? Need a fresh idea for a night out with friends? The Fred G. Dale Planetarium is beginning a new array of shows for its spring season, which are perfect for students...

Hidden planets found on campus

Jared Schultz, Staff Writer October 12, 2016

Wayne State has a planetarium. However an obvious statement it may seem, many students may not be aware of all the shows or take advantage of them. “The planetarium?” WSC student Connor Osborne...

Gazing at the stars made fun for all ages

Gazing at the stars made fun for all ages

Taylor Clark, Staff Writer September 30, 2015

Head always in the clouds? Lucky for you, there is a place on campus where people will not get upset when it is. The Fred G. Dale Planetarium will take you on an adventure into deep space, your gateway...

Elementary students attempt to toss a ring to a location or area that they were given. The closest ring to the assigned area was the winner.

All around the world in one day

Debbie Hernandez, Staff Writer April 8, 2015

"Where am I?" "How do I get there?" "What’s on the other side of that mountain?" It’s geography that has us posing such questions, and Wayne State professor of geography Randy Bertolas knows just...

New show coming soon to Planetarium

Debbie Hernandez, Staff Writer March 4, 2015

Remember when you were a kid and you dreamed about riding the magic school bus through someone’s nostrils, while Ms. Frizzle guided you through the best class learning experience imaginable? Well that...

Dr. Deb Whitt, WSC Honors Director, was one of many speakers at the first annual Scholar’s Day.

WSC begins annual Scholar’s Day

Laura Anderson, Staff Writer February 17, 2014

Passionate young learners packed the Frey Conference Suite to get a glimpse of Wayne State College. On Monday, WSC’s Scholar’s Day was in full effect. Senior high school students from surrounding...

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