marke2ms@cmich.edu

Maddy is a junior in the program from Flushing, MI, with interests in severe weather, climate change, and warning systems. She took part in NSF ICECHIP, is currently working under a NASA research grant, and will be interning with NOAA through 2026. She is a snowboarding instructor at Snow Snake Ski and Golf, loves food, running, snowboarding, and music.

denga1jm@cmich.edu

Jacob is a Junior from Grand Rapids, MI and is primarily interested in research into severe weather dynamics and storm interactions. He was part of the SOARS program (Significant Opportunities in Atmospheric Research and Science) in Boulder, CO where he was able to conduct his own research on cloud microphysics. In his free time, Jacob enjoys hiking.

kotrc2a@cmich.edu

From Spring Lake, MI, Lexi is a Sophomore interested in social science research specifically looking at how underserved communities are affected by weather. She participated in the NWC REU and additionally took part STORM at CMU’s Biological Station on Beaver Island this summer. In Lexi’s free time, she enjoys hiking, bowling, golfing, and skiing.

@cmich.edu

Ava is a sophomore from Essexville, MI who enjoys forecasting and is interested in mesoscale convective systems. She works as a server/bartender, a forecaster for the Mid-Mitten Weather RSO, and is participated in the STORM program this summer on Beaver Island. In her free time, Ava likes to cloud watch, fish, and read in view of the Saginaw Bay. She is excited to make more connections and continue her education this year!

culp @cmich.edu

Ashton is a Sophomore from White Pigeon, MI who is interested in pursuing a career in emergency management or within the other social aspects of meteorology. He currently works as a customer services host at Walmart, assisting people from many backgrounds. This summer, Ashton took part in a research/training opportunity on Beaver Island (STORM). In his free time, he loves to play pickleball and hangout with friends!

schul4tm@cmich.edu

From Fruitport, Michigan, Teagen is interested in weather communication and mesoscale processes, and climate change. She currently works as a forecaster for the Muskegon Channel and serves tables at the Arboreal Inn. Teagen additionally took part in NSF ICECHIP conducting field research on hail and is continuing research with the data from the campagin. In her free time, she loves going to the beach, golfing, shopping, and cooking.