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Sponsor a Panel: Support the Next Era of the Fleischmann Planetarium

For over 60 years, the Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center has served as a gateway to the universe, inspiring generations of students, educators and lifelong learners. With the upcoming installation of Cosm's cutting-edge CX System (previously known as DomeX) in the dome theater, made up of over 3,800 LED panels, we are on the brink of a transformation. The Sponsor a Panel Program offers a unique way to support the Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center’s renovations. For a $250 donation, sponsors will have a name of their choice displayed during the pre-show presentation in the new dome theater—whether it’s a family name, a classroom or a small business. These contributions directly fund site preparation for the system's installation, with additional funds supporting future maintenance and enhancements.

As part of the 性爱五色天, Reno campus, the Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center plays a critical role in K-12 education, community engagement and scientific exploration. Thanks to the generous contribution of the George W. Gillemot Foundation, which pledged $5,755,000 for the acquisition and installation of Cosm's cutting-edge DomeX theater, we are on the brink of a transformation. This state-of-the-art upgrade will redefine how we engage with astronomy, science and storytelling, setting a new standard for planetarium experiences in our region. However, to fully realize this vision, additional funding is needed to prepare the site and renovate key areas of the facility, ensuring a seamless and awe-inspiring experience for visitors.

The Sponsor a Panel Program offers community members, teachers, families and small businesses the opportunity to play a vital role in the Planetarium’s upcoming transformation. With a $250 donation, supporters can ‘sponsor’ a panel in the new George W. Gillemot Dome theater and have a name of their choice displayed during the pre-show presentation at every Planetarium showing. Sponsor name examples include “The Smith Family,” “John Doe” or “Mrs. Fields’ 3rd Grade Class.”

The primary goal of this program is to support the completion of the Planetarium’s site preparation in advance of the new dome theater’s installation. Once this funding goal is met, additional funds raised through the program will be allocated to future Planetarium maintenance costs or miscellaneous project expenses, ensuring the longevity and continued enhancement of this cherished landmark in the northern Nevada community.

Recognition through the Sponsor a Panel Program is annual, with the option for renewal each year. The recognition period begins once the new dome theater officially opens, allowing supporters to see their contributions celebrated as they help bring the universe to life for visitors of all ages.

Below is a representation of the Sponsor a Panel Program's name recognition in the new dome theater. The dome screen will cycle through a string of squares containing the names of panel sponsors. The top row will move to the right, middle row will move to the left, and the bottom row will move to the right. If more names need to be displayed than what the dome can fit on the allocated surface area, then new names will cycle in with movement, until it loops to the beginning of the names.

Disclaimer: The diagram below is an artistic representation of a concept for Sponsor a Panel Program name recognition. The final design may look different than what is depicted in this image, but will ensure that all names are represented appropriately.

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Entering a new era: Cosm's CX System to transform STEM education opportunities and beyond

At the 性爱五色天, Reno, the George W. Gillemot Foundation Dome at the Fleischmann Planetarium, powered by Cosm Technology, represents a groundbreaking advancement in immersive education, enhancing student experiences and cross-campus connectivity. Marking the world’s first LED dome on a university campus, the George W. Gillemot Foundation Dome will feature a 9-meter LED dome boasting 100x the brightness of traditional projection domes and ultra-high resolution, offering unparalleled visual clarity and lifelike imagery for an array of educational and cultural applications.

The new George. W. Gillemot Dome will not only drive the next generation of aerospace engineers and STEM professionals, but it will also inspire campus-wide collaboration among students, faculty, and departments. With CX System, which integrates Unreal Engine and Digistar, the world’s leading immersive planetarium software, the transformed planetarium will immerse guests in the highest-quality astronomy simulations and scientific visualizations in the highest-level resolution, brightness, and contrast. CX System will also empower the University to create dynamic environments that engage students across multiple disciplines, including STEM simulations for aerospace and physics, cultural exhibits, community events, and other cross-disciplinary collaborations that bridge the arts, sciences, and engineering. Providing a connective experience platform that transcends the traditional boundaries of a classroom and encourages students and visitors to explore new frontiers of learning, innovation, and community, the Fleischmann Planetarium will inspire the next generation of learners and innovators while engaging audiences of all ages in Reno and beyond.

Construction in the dome is set to begin in mid-2025, with an estimated grand reopening in late-2025 or early-2026.

Investing in the success of its students and community, the visionary transformation of the Planetarium with Cosm’s LED dome technology is part of a record-setting $35 million gift from the George W. Gillemot Foundation to create the George W. Gillemot Aerospace Engineering Department in the University’s College of Engineering. In addition to funding for the new dome technology, the Gillemot gift will also extend the Planetarium’s reach to local K-12 students, with support directed toward attendance and fee waivers aimed at fostering early engagement in STEM fields.