CIMSS Education and Public Outreach Staff
Derrick Herndon, Summer Camp Director
Derrick Herndon is the Director of CIMSS Summer Camps. When he’s not sharing his expertise and passion with high school students he conducts tropical cyclone research specializing in the study of hurricane intensity using satellite data.
Maria Vasys, Education and Outreach Specialist
Maria Vasys provides critical coordination and logistical support for education, training, and public outreach at CIMSS. Her many responsibilities include orchestrating organizational support for international conferences, facilitating connections with Federal agencies, and supporting professional partnerships between CIMSS and the broader atmospheric science community.
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Steve Ackerman, Weather Guy
Along with being the previous Director of CIMSS (for 2 decades!) Steve Ackerman is a retired Professor of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences at the UW-Madison. Steve is also one of the Weather Guys, a monthly radio program and weekly news column where he and AOS Professor Jon Martin answer questions about weather and climate.
Aiden Dalby, Student intern
Aiden plays a pivotal role in the CIMSS Student workshop serving as a chaperone and social coordinator. He’s also a member of the UW Marching Band!