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Tyler graduated with a Master of Science in Geography-Meteorology in 2021, completing his thesis titled “Topographic and Surface Roughness Influences on Tornadogenesis and Decay” with Dr. Jana Houser. He presented his thesis work at AMS 2020 winning an award for outstanding student presentation and research. During his time at Ohio University, Tyler was an active member of OUCAMS and Scalia Lab, volunteering as a student forecaster. A native of Donnelsville, Ohio; He currently works as the Map Room Technician for the Clark County, Ohio Engineer’s Office.
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My name is Garrett Weininger and I am from Celina, Ohio. I am currently a senior pursuing a Geography-Meteorology degree. I am a member of OUCAMS. Some of my hobbies include cross fitting, swimming and watching Netflix. I hope to attend graduate school and eventually get a job for the National Weather Service.
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Alyssa is currently a second year meteorology major. She would like to be a broadcast meteorologist or a hurricane specialist in the future. Alyssa is a member of OUCAMS, Delta Zeta, and the Ohio University Western Equestrian Club. In her free time, Alyssa enjoys playing Nintendo games and reading.
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Ethan is from Worthington, Ohio and graduated from Thomas Worthington High School in 2016. He is pursuing a degree in Geography-Meteorology and plans to graduate in 2020. Ethan has always had a passion for the outdoors and in his free time he enjoys rock climbing, hiking, fishing, and mountain biking. After graduation Ethan hopes work for the United States Air Force as a pilot.
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Andrew is from South Charleston, Ohio and graduated from Southeastern High School in 2017. He is a sophomore majoring in Geography-Meteorology with a minor in a Mathematics. Andrew loves all aspects of the weather, but is fascinated by tornadoes and hurricanes. In Andrew’s free time he enjoys playing sports and video games with friends. Andrew plans to attend graduate school pursuing to one day work for the National Hurricane Center.
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Nick is a proud alumnus of the OU meteorology program from the class of 2021. During his time at OU, Nick served as the Lead Forecaster for both WOUB and Scalia Lab, as well as an Event Coordinator four OUCAMS. His best advice for incoming freshmen is to get involved with all the program has to offer (from Scalia Lab to OUCAMS) as soon as possible–they’re great tools for networking. Nick is currently the Weekend Meteorologist at KMVT-TV in Twin Falls, ID. Feel free to send him an email at nicholas.snider@kmvt.com if you have any questions about the program or meteorology in general!
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Miranda is from Troy, Ohio and graduated from Troy High School in 2017. She is a senior majoring in Meteorology. Miranda is a member of OUCAMS and Ohio University Women’s Club Volleyball Team. Her favorite weather phenomena are hurricanes and her dream job would be to work at the National Weather Service.
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Mark Vorndran is from Brunswick, Ohio, and graduated from Brunswick High School. He is currently a sophomore at Ohio University, pursuing a Geography-Meteorology degree. His favorite aspect of meteorology is severe weather, and loves all of the bad weather that most people hate. In his free time, he enjoys working on cars, exercising, and being an active member in his church. Mark is a second-year cadet in Air Force ROTC, and he hopes to become a pilot in the Air Force after college.
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Isabel Gregorek is from Dallas, Texas and is currently a sophomore majoring in Geography – Meteorology with a Math minor and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Certificate. She has always been fascinated by the weather around her and how it impacts people on a daily basis. In her free time she enjoys rocking climbing and spending time outside with her family and friends.
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Andrew is a senior from Mars, Pennsylvania studying aviation with minors in political science and meteorology. When not flying planes or chasing storms, he enjoys golfing, hiking, and photography. After graduation, he plans to become a pilot for the airlines.
