Lunch and Learn: Tackling the Cosmos with Dr. Dakotah Tyler

Co-presented with the Prince George's County Office of Human Rights

This spring, grab your favorite lunch at noon and tune in to virtual conversations with the Prince George’s County Office of Human Rights and the Prince George’s County Memorial Library System on topics from repairing the effects of racial injustice to fighting for equitable access to recovering from exile and loss. Let’s learn together!

Lunch and Learn returns with special guest Dr. Dakotah Tyler in conversation with the Prince George's County Office of Human Rights and the Prince George's County Memorial Library System to discuss the stars, career pivots, and redefining success!

Registration not required. Click on the YouTube video linked below to stream the program live or watch the recording later.

About our Guest:

Dakotah Tyler went from Division I college football to studying the universe, trading the gridiron for galaxies after an injury redirected his path. He earned a PhD in Astronomy and astrophysics at UCLA, where he researched exoplanets and the evolution of planetary systems using some of the most advanced telescopes on Earth. His work has been published in leading astrophysics journals, and his research experience includes collaborations with institutions like Caltech, NASA, and Harvard.

Beyond academia, he makes science accessible through public talks, media appearances, and digital content. A passionate writer and educator, he is dedicated to bridging science, technology, and education, inspiring others to embrace curiosity, resilience, and the pursuit of knowledge.