Meet…
Lori Cutright is a professor of Astronomy at Sinclair who loves the field she teaches.
Why she is interesting…
Her passion for seeing students succeed in the learning environment is the pinnacle of her happiness.
Cutright received her Master’s degree in Physics from the University of Indiana. Cutright has always had an interest in doing something pertaining to science.
“I have a Master’s degree in Physics from Indiana University, but I switched to Astrophysics to work on a Ph.D., which I never finished,” said Cutright.
Eventually, when Cutright needed a full-time job, a full-time faculty position would open and capture her attention.
“I have been at Sinclair since 1992, so this is my 25th year,” Cutright said.
Cutright has done much in the community by donating money to a variety of charities and offering her insight to those who display a passion for astronomy.
“I donate to various charities such as the World Wildlife Fund, the Humane Society and SICSA, among others,” Cutright explained. “I am also interested in science literacy, so I do many public outreach activities with the local amateur astronomy group.”
Family is something that is very important to Cutright, despite the distance.
Although Cutright is very well educated and has a wealth of knowledge in her field, she does not consider herself to be in a profession.
“I am not really a professional physicist because I do not have a Ph.D. and I do not do research,” Cutright said. “I also don’t feel like an education major because my primary interest is in the subject, not how it is taught.”
She shows a great deal of humility in regards to her career. Even though her career and family are of great importance to her, Cutright is able to take for herself by focusing on the things she likes to do.
“I like to garden, read science fiction, mystery and romance novels and play with my three cats,” Cutright said. “I like watching Doctor Who, collecting rocks and minerals and collecting Breyer horse statues.”
Cutright seemed excited to travel, seeing what the world has to offer. Her travels would also consist of her visiting her son and his wife. She hopes to one day have grandchildren to visit.
Christian Anderson
Contributing Writer