Atmospheric Sciences
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Description of the B.S. in Atmospheric Sciences
Courses and Schedule
Program Possibilities
Atmospheric Sciences Faculty
Student Opportunities, Internships
Reno American Meteorological Society Chapters
Additional Links
Contact Information
Atmospheric Sciences encompasses many areas of study that explore our atmosphere's physical characteristics, motions and processes, and how these influence all aspects of the environment and human life. Atmospheric scientists interpret and predict weather patterns, analyze climate trends, monitor air quality, working in a wide variety of agencies, laboratories, businesses and educational institutions. Professionals in the atmospheric sciences have the chance to apply their knowledge to important societal issues such as resource planning, environmental analysis, protection of health and property, improvement in water management and agricultural productivity, and energy conservation. Employment prospects in this field are expanding rapidly due to the recognition by both public agencies and private companies that weather, climate and air pollution has a strong impact on economic development, insurance risk, human and animal health, ecosystem stability, public safety, recreation and quality of life.
Student Opportunities, Internships
Summer Research Experience for Undergrads
Summer Internship Program for Undergrads, SOARS
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Scholarship
Reno American Meteorological Society Chapters
Our AMS Student Chapter
Our local chapter of the AMS
Additional Links
Atmospheric Sciences Graduate Program
Topics in Atmospheric Science
UNR Financial Aid
American Meteorological Society Scholarship
American Meteorological Society
Contact Information
Dr. Patrick Arnott
patarnott@physics.unr.edu
775-784-6834
