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Hi all! I'm a new faculty member in the department, but I received my M.S. and PhD from here, so I've been around the department for 9 years now. I grew up in SW Colorado, and I received my undergrad degree from the U of Oklahoma. My research interests include many aspects of precipitation – convective snowfall, orographic effects, deep convection, and cloud microphysics. My wife Elizabeth and I welcomed our baby daughter last month, so my recreational activities currently include changing diapers and keeping a tiny human alive, while trying to keep things moving on my research. But eventually I'll get back to skiing, hiking, running, and trying to keep up with Elizabeth rock climbing.

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Hi all!
My name is Rebecca, but I go by Becca; I'm a Utah native from Layton and I just finished my B.S. in meteorology from FSU (Go Noles!) with a few minors!

I'm working with Dr. Pu's group and am excited to be back in Utah and meet y'all! I'm a reforming circus performer (tightrope) and a wrestler, and when I'm not studying I try to bike ride, rock climb, and kayak, and I have lots of fun crocheting and embroidering!

I'm super down for a road trip or storm chasing, and if anyone wants to hike or rock climb, I definitely could use the practice!

Great to meet ya, I'm sure we'll have a fantastic semester 👍

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Hi Y'all! My name is Michell Tinoco-Morales. I recently graduated from the University of Kansas with a B.S. in Atmospheric Science and math minor. I am a first-year Master's student under the guidance of James & Peter! I am a native Kansan but spent some years in Mexico (Veracruz) and Washington D.C before returning home. I have one fur baby, but unfortunately, he stayed back in Kansas City. Fret not; I have plenty of pictures to show of him doing silly things! When I'm not studying, you can usually find me running, trying new restaurants, or partaking in mini road trips around the area.

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Hey everyone! Sorry I’m late in doing this but I’m an incoming freshman at the U this year and am excited to go into a meteorology major. I’m from Lakewood Colorado, which is right outside of Denver. I have a sister who’s 2 years younger than me. I’m excited to be out here and meet some of y’all.

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Dear Atmos community:
My name is John Lin, and I have been at the U as a faculty member for almost 10 years (time flies!).  Before Utah, I have lived in Canada, Colorado, Boston, Japan, and Taiwan. Research-wise, our research group (the Land-Atmosphere Interactions Research group, or LAIR) investigates a wide range of topics related to greenhouse gases and air quality. In my free time I enjoy hiking, skiing, karate, baseball, and spending time with my family.

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Hi everyone! My name is Husile Bai. I am a PhD student studying climate dynamics and modelings in professor Court Strong’s group, currently focusing on the climate variability influencing on bird migrations over the North America - a significant and interesting topic. I like all sorts of sports and outdoors, but mostly enjoy hiking, camping and Kpop dancing. I am a polyglot who speaks three languages, Mongolian as my native language, Mandarin and English. And I started learning Japanese as my 4th language during the pandemic. I will also work with Inclusive Earth to share resources, create supportive and productive environments and help more ATMOS students to collaborate. Hope to see you all in person soon!

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Hey! Sorry I'm a little late to posting this, but my name is Lexy Miller. This is going to be my third semester at the U so I'm still pretty new. I just finished the summer semester and it was brutal, but college is still pretty awesome. My major is Atmospheric Sciences. I don't have photos of myself on my computer so this is the next best thing: lightning. Anyway, I've lived in South Jordan, Utah all of my life. Some of the things that I love to do are reading books, binging Korean and Chinese shows on Netflix, listening to K-Pop, card games, computer or video games, and learning foreign languages. I don't really play sports often but I've grown a love for soccer from my time in Argentina. I've only been outside the US twice when I went to Mexico and Argentina for a couple months. Nice to meet you all!

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Hi Everyone!

I am a first semester student (undergrad) at the University of Utah. I live in West Jordan with my wonderful wife and two young daughters (ages 5 and 7). I grew up near Syracuse, NY, and have lived in a few interesting places such as NYC, Japan, and Hawaii, but I love Utah the most! I teach Criminal Justice classes at SLCC and used to teach Aviation classes at SLCC. I served in the Marines and enjoy lots of outdoor activities. Here's a picture of me with my Dad and kids at Bryce Canyon.

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Hi everyone! My name is Julie (she/her) and I'm working with Jim Steenburgh for my M.S., focusing on orographic influences on inland-penetrating lake-effect precipitation. I'm originally from Connecticut, and received my B.S. in Meteorology from Plymouth State (yes, the skiing here is way better than east coast ice!). When I'm not working, you can usually find me hiking, skiing, camping, reading, or homebrewing.

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Hi everyone,

I've been a professor in the department for over 30 years now. My meteorogological interests are clouds and convection (especiallty numerical simulation), and have been since I was in sixth grade. I also like to hike, backpack, sea kayak, canoe, bike, etc.  And observe/photograph birds, flowers, and butterflies. My wife, Mary Ann Jenkins, is also an atmospheric scientist with a research interest in wild fire modeling over the past 25 years. We have a dog, Cody, who loves to hike with us.

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Hello there! My name is Noah Hirshorn (he/him) and I am second year master's student working with Dr. Gannet Hallar as part of the Hallar Aerosol Research Team. The main focus of my research is studying how biogenic volatile organic compounds from forested regions impact particle formation at Storm Peak Laboratory. It has been a great project so far and I am excited to get into the field! Before Utah, I studied at Colorado College and grew up in Denver, CO. When I am not in the classroom, I try to take advantage of the countless outdoor opportunities in the region. In fact, here is a photo of me bike-packing in Idaho after experiencing every type of precipitation over the course of a few hours!

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Hi everyone!

My name is Alexia Savas and I’m going to be a 5th year mechanical engineering undergraduate with a minor in atmospheric science. I currently work in the Wind Energy and Turbulence Lab at the U, and will be working for the National Renewable Energy Lab this summer studying atmospheric implications on wind farms. I love hiking, climbing, and reading when I’ve got some free time. I’ve lived in Utah for 6 years now and haven’t given winter sports a go yet, but that’s my goal this upcoming season. I’m hoping to join the Bs\Ms program and complete my masters degree with the U!

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Hello, I’m Dallas (he/him/strong southern accent), and I am a second year master’s student doing idealized modelling of lake-effect snow and its interactions with orography as part of Jim Steenburgh’s Mountain Meteorology Group. I really love snow—so much so that I built my own snowmaking system for my home’s backyard in Mayfield, Kentucky!  Now I get to enjoy the greatest snow on Earth here in Utah by skiing the resorts and xc tracks each winter. When the snow melts, I take up running, camping, volleyball, and watching sports. I also look forward to conference travel resuming, and, as AMS treasurer, I want to help as many of our department’s students as possible to attend the AMS conference in Houston this January. Glad to meet y'all!

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Hello!
My name is Michael (he/him), and I am an incoming master's student working with Jim Steenburgh. I'm from Connecticut, and I recently finished my undergraduate studies at Middlebury College, where I majored in physics with minors in math and Spanish. I love all things outdoors, and I particularly enjoy skiing, hiking, running, and biking. Looking forward to moving out to Utah and meeting you all later this summer!

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Hi everyone! I'm Ashlynn, and I  am participating in the REALM REU summer program. I live in Hershey, Pennsylvania (the sweetest place on Earth, and known for making chocolate.) I am a rising senior at Susquehanna University majoring in Earth & Environmental Sciences with a minor in Environmental Studies. In my free time I enjoy many outdoor activities such as playing tennis, hiking, and kayaking. I am looking forward to visiting Utah later this summer!

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Hi everyone!  I am Abraham Tekoe,  and I am second-year Meteorology student at Western Kentucky University.  I am from Clarksville, Tennessee (but was originally born in Togo, West Africa).  I am really interested in various weather phenomena, especially winter weather (winter storms) and tropical weather (tropical cyclones). I enjoy storm chasing with friends, play volleyball, hiking, watch movies and TV shows. This summer, I am participating in the University of Utah REU REALM program, and I'm working with Dr. Jim Steenburgh and Dr. Sebastian Hoch on a very special project. I am looking forward to meeting you all!

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Hi All!
I'm Kelsey (she/her) and I am a first year master's student working with Jay Mace. I just completed my undergrad in Physics with minors in Enviro and Math at Westminster College in SLC. If you talk to me for longer than 15 minutes, odds are I will bring up one of three topics: coffee, fly fishing, or whatever backpacking destination I am planning my next trip to. (Right now, I am finalizing plans and packing for a 2 month thru hike of the Idaho Centennial Trail! Very excited/a little stressed!) I am excited to be a part of this community and look forward to getting to know you all better!

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Hi everyone! I’m Karlie (she/her), originally from Salt Lake, but spent several years living in Louisiana and Kansas while I was an Air Force Meteorologist. I now live in Murray with my husband, our 3 small kids and 2 cats. For fun, I like going to concerts (if I ever get the chance), hiking, sunbathing, and stargazing. I’m a PhD student in Tim Garrett’s group. In undergrad, I dual majored in Atmos & Physics with emphasis in Astronomy and Astrophysics. I completed my Master’s degree with a focus on snow density and instrumentation. My PhD work will be on a completely new topic: clouds on Jupiter and exoplanets!

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Hi Everyone!

I'm Thomas (he him) and I'm a first year master's student. I went to Weber State for my undergrad, so I've been in the area for the last 5 years or so but I grew up in Moab. My favorite outdoor sports are probably biking and skiing right now, along with just exploring stuff. Before I decided to go to grad school I worked for the forest service, and also started a company making backpacks and duffel bags (check out talking.mountain on instagram if you're interested- though not selling anything anymore). I'm excited to meet everyone!

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Hi All!

I am Brittany Welch and I am a first year PhD student. I have lived here in Utah for two to three years now, but I am originally from Chicago. Chicago will always be my home but I do really enjoy the substantial amount of outdoor activities here in Utah. When I am not working you will probably find me snuggled up in my bean bag chair playing video games, out on a nice hike to do some nature photography, or out in the great plains chasing storms.

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Hi All!  Hope you are having a great start to your summer.

I am Gannet (she/her), an Associate Professor in the Department studying aerosols, and teaching undergraduate courses (Professional Development, Experiential Learning, Atmospheric Chemistry).   My husband, Ian, and I enjoy skiing, hiking, and gardening.  We have a new puppy, and 3 children (Ocean, Snow, and Rio).  Ian and I have managed Storm Peak Laboratory together for the last 14 years, and it has been a great and challenging adventure.  I joined the Department about 5 years ago, and feel fortunate to be here.

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Greetings all!

My name is Jim Steenburgh and I've been a Professor at the University of Utah for 25ish years.  I love mountain weather, especially winter storms that enable my skiing pursuits.  During summer, I enjoy mountain biking and hiking.  I typically teach synoptic meteorology and weather forecasting classes, although I dabble in mountain meteorology classes when my schedule permits.  Follow me on Twitter @ProfessorPowder and my Wasatch Weather Weenies blog (https://wasatchweatherweenies.blogspot.com/).

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Happy Summer!

Happy summer, everyone.  Ann and I met in Yellowstone where we worked together at the Lake Hospital.  I was an ambulance driver and she was a business manager.  30 years and three kids later, we both ended up faculty at the University of Utah. So happy we landed here!  We’re looking forward to seeing all of you in person soon.

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Hi everyone!

My name is Holly Moreno (she/her/hers). Hopefully most of you all have spoken with me. I am the Academic Coordinator in the Department. If you need help choosing classes, getting connected to resources, or just need someone to chat with, I'm your girl! I graduated from the University of Utah in 2018 with a degree in Sociology, minor in Ethnic Studies, and a criminology and diversity certificate. I am originally from Anchorage, Alaska, but have been living here in Utah for 11 years. Alaska will always be home to me though. I am the second oldest of seven children and the first in my family to get a college degree. I currently live in Murray with my husband and two doggos, Sheppy and Hercules. Looking forward to seeing you all soon!

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Good morning!
I just started working in John's group, and I'm a third-year undergrad. I'm mostly working in the lab and with MesoWest to manage and maintain instrumentation. My greatest hobbies include dark chocolate, snooker, really any type of sweet candy, and going for walks around town. I'm from the Sacramento and Seattle areas, and I'm not too sure how I ended up in Utah, but I'm loving it here.

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Hi, all! I'm Adair (any pronouns), a "5th year" student in John Horel's group. I used to be a software developer focusing on search and recommendations in online retail, so I have some vaguely related experience and am glad to be diving into the Python geoscience big data stack. I've lived in SLC since moving here 13 years ago to get my BS in math from Westminster. In my spare time, you'll find me gardening, fighting dirty infrastructure, learning random stuff, and asking my cats why they're meowing at me this time. I'm disabled/chronically ill and want anyone who's struggling to know you're not alone and there's nothing to be ashamed of.

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Greetings!   I am not a native Utahn, but I have called Utah home for over 25 years.  I am currently a member of the research teams in both the HART and LAIR Labs as well as the REALM REU program manager.  I like to spend my spare time in the outdoors, preferably riding one of my bikes on the snow, dirt, or pavement.  I consider Utah the hub for outdoor recreation in the west and try to experience as much outdoor time as possible, during any season.

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Let's reconnect or connect for the first time!  I've been a faculty member in atmospheric sciences for a looong time. Salt Lake is home but Shelley and I spend a lot of time in southern Utah particularly in a small town north of Kanab, Orderville. We camp/hike a lot near there and head a bit further south  to the north rim of the Grand Canyon too (pic below). We have a blended family of 8 adult children who're scattered about and are helping to raise 2 grandkids as well.  I deal with applied research related to data science, wildfires, air quality, and a bunch more.

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Hello All!  I’m Alex and have been with the University of Utah since 2011 as both a graduate student and a researcher.  I’m a native east-coaster, from New England originally, lived in Salt Lake for about 7 years, and now working remotely in Delaware since 2018 (though I do travel out to Utah occasionally so you may see me at times!).  Most of my work involves conducting research in John Horel’s group as well as managing the technical stack of MesoWest.  I’m an avid sports fan, so when not working you may catch me watching or following one of my favorite Boston-area teams!

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Hey everyone! I am a up and coming first year Masters Student working with the Mountain Meteorology Group. I am not a native to Utah but grew up just down the road in Idaho. My wife and I enjoy spending time in the outdoors and most things agricultural. We we are not studying or taking classes you can find us either out hiking/paddle boarding or relaxing watching a movie together with our new adventure buddy hazel (our new 5 month old chocolate lab puppy, sadly not seen below)

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Hi all! My name is Valerie or Val.
I am a rising junior at CSUN in environmental and occupational health. This summer (2021) I am interning with Dr. Gannet and Dr. Garcia through REALM and I am beyond thrilled to be working in this project which is very new to me. I love animals and I volunteered at the shelter before the pandemic. People say my cat looks like 'Lucifer', the cat from Cinderella. I went shopping and found this gem for $4! (I love deals!) Here is my cat Kathy, and 'Lucifer'--can you guess which is my cat and which is a plush?