Profile
Colin Johnston
My CV
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Education:
Gransha Boys’ High School (1977-82), Bangor Grammar School (1982-84), Queens University Belfast (1984-88)
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Qualifications:
BSc Physics
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Work History:
Engineer in Bombardier Aerospace (1988 -2006), Armagh Planetarium (2006- present)
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Current Job:
Science Education Director
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My Typical Day
I explore space from my desk and tell people about it!
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What I'd do with the prize money
Buy a telescope for showing the public the wonders of the Universe!
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My Interview
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How would you describe yourself in 3 words?
Aging Shedon Cooper
What did you want to be after you left school?
An astronomer
Were you ever in trouble at school?
Once or twice.
Who is your favourite singer or band?
Kate Bush (I’m that old I’m afraid)
What's your favourite food?
Pizza!
What is the most fun thing you've done?
Played Lego with my daughter!
If you had 3 wishes for yourself what would they be? - be honest!
Can I have a time machine please? Can I have a starship? Can I know if there’s intelligent life anywhere in space?
Tell us a joke.
Two spiral galaxies walk into a pub. The first one goes up to the bar and asks for two drinks, one for him and one for his friend. The barman looks suspiciously at the second spiral galaxy and says “I’m sorry but I can’t serve your friend, he’ll have to go.” The first spiral galaxy complains, “Why can’t you serve him?” The barman replies, “He’s barred.”
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