The Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences is greatly appreciative of all contributions in support of students, faculty, and advancing research. Since its founding, DEES has expanded its graduate and undergraduate academic programs, and has worked hand-in-hand with the renowned Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, where faculty and students have made breakthroughs in earth, environmental, and climate science research.
DEES News
Galen McKinley elected as an AGU Fellow
The AGU Fellow recognizes “exceptional contributions to Earth and space science through a breakthrough, discovery, or innovation in their field.” Each year this honor is given to 0.1% of the AGU membership. Read more about the Union Fellows here.
Andrew Williams awarded the James R. Holton Award
The James R. Holton Award is given by the AGU Atmospheric Sciences Section for “outstanding scientific research and accomplishments … within three years of receiving their PhD. This award serves to acknowledge exceptional contributions at an early stage of the awardee’s career.” Read more about the award here.
Jacky Austermann recieves the James B. Macelwane Medal; becomes AGU fellow
The James B. Macelwane Medal is AGU’s premier award for scientists within 10 years their PhD, given “in recognition of their significant contributions to Earth and space science … based on their depth and breadth of research, impact, creativity as well as service, outreach, and diversity." Along with the Macelwane Medal, the awardee becomes an AGU Fellow. Read more about the medal and Union Fellows here.
We are thankful for all contributions made to advance the
success of DEES students, faculty, and research.
Your contribution will support the following:
- Graduate Students: Support for DEES PhD students in becoming the future leading scientists and scholars in the earth, environmental, and climate science fields.
- Undergraduate Students: Help to enhance our undergraduate program and student life through research stipend opportunities, class field trips, and club activities.
- Research: Advance important earth, environmental, and climate science research conducted by DEES faculty and students.
If you are interested in making a gift online, please visit this link.
To discuss making a more significant gift, kindly reach out to Elisa Heikkilä, Director of Development, Arts & Sciences.