MetoGrads

OUR MISSION

We are a graduate student organization within the Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Science at UMD. 

We serve as a cohesive platform for students to engage in collaborative endeavors to foster character development, experiential learning, and the pursuit of excellence within our field. Through various group activities, including research projects, seminars, workshops, and outreach initiatives, we aim to cultivate a supportive community that empowers individuals to thrive academically, professionally, and personally. 

WHO CAN JOIN?

To become a member of MetoGrads, one must be a full or part-time registered graduate student in the AOSC. MetoGrads openly admits AOSC graduate students to its membership and does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, personal appearance, age, national origin, political affiliation, physical or mental ability, or based on rights secured by the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. 

WHEN WE MEET?

We hold weekly meetings throughout the semester. All board members must attend, but all other AOSC graduate students are welcome, although attendance is not mandatory.

Community discussion, news, and event announcements are hosted on our Slack workspace. Ask one of our officers for an invite!

GRADUATE STUDENT SOCIALS

Incoming, Current, and Alumni Graduate students are encouraged to stay connected through our Slack message board. 

Join the group to hear more about upcoming social events, plan study sessions, and enjoy relatable graduate student memes.

BOARD MEMBERS

GABBY LINSCOTT

Co-President

HANNAH ZAFAR

Co-President

TIM CANTY

Faculty Advisor

AKARSH RALHAN

Treasurer

ALISHA WELLINGTON

DEI coordinator

SAMANTHA HALSTEAD SANTEZ

PhD Party Planner & Facilities Coordinator

IGOR UCHOA FARIAS

Student Seminar Coordinator

BENJAMIN WOODS

Student Seminar Coordinator

JHAYRON S. PEREZ-CARRASQUILLA

Department Seminar Coordinator

HENRY FOX HAUSMANN

Graduate Student Government Representative

Additional Graduate Student Representatives

   Admissions Committee Representatives Hannah Daley, Sarah Loughran, & Henry Santer

                Social Committee Representatives         Hannah Daley & Emily Wisinski