The apparent magnitude (m) of a celestial object is a number that is a measure of its brightness as seen by an observer on Earth. The brighter an object appears, the lower its magnitude value (i.e. inverse relation). The Sun, at apparent magnitude of â27, is the brightest object in the sky.
McGill University. Built in 1821, McGill University is the oldest university in Montreal, Quebec's largest city. The university was founded by Scottish merchant James McGill, and that accounts for the university being an English-language school. McGill covers an expanse of two campuses with 11 faculties of study and 300 disciplines.
The University of Vermont is Vermont's public university. Its setting in a valley on the shores of Lake Champlain, between the Adirondack and Green mountain ranges, inspires visitors and residents alike. The University is located in Burlington, Vermont, one of the nationâs healthiest citiesâsituated in the heart of a beautiful region. This comfortable but cosmopolitan city is known as a top college town and is revered for its arts, healthy lifestyle, outdoor recreation options and safety.