The goal of this student chapter is to involve students interested in meteorology with activities related to this field. According to our constitution, our organization will "foster the growth of operational meteorology at Iowa State University by providing the community with a social and scientific point of contact for meteorological interests."
Affiliations
The Iowa State University Chapter is an autonomous affiliation of the American Meteorological Society headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.
Membership Information
Student Members
11
ISU Members
0
Non-ISU Members
0
Dues Per Year
$10.00
Allowed Members
Students, Faculty/staff, Spouse/partner, Others
Allowed Officers
Students
Non-member Event Participation:
Yes
Membership Qualifications
Membership is open to any student with an interest in meteorology and its related fields at Iowa State University and who agrees to abide by the requirements of this constitution, the Iowa State University, and the American Meteorological Society.
Membership Restrictions
We do not restrict our membership, but do strongly encourage an interest in weather.
Elections
We hold officer elections at the conclusion of the academic year during our final official monthly meeting.
Meetings
Either 3128 or 3140 Agronomy. Storm Spotter Training was held in 2050 Agronomy.
Activities
Desc. of Regular Meetings/Activities
ISU AMS holds monthly meetings to discuss community outreach and university involvement. At meetings the chapter schedules Science Nights/School Talks, participation in LAS Major Fair, Clubfest and other commitments. We schedule storm spotter training sessions, and offer opportunities for underclassmen to meet with professionals in various areas of meteorology. We encourage attendance of lectures pertinent to meteorology within ISU Lecture Series. We also organize social activities to foster good relationships within major. Our academic chair organizes test review sessions and our sophomore chair tries to reach out to freshmen. Our organization creates a safety net and network for ISU Meteorology Majors to rely on, and we are very active and involved with both the university and the community.
Member Attendance
35-55% of total membership
Non-Member Attendance
usually zero
Special Events
No Events Listed
Activity Advertising
Desc. of Advertising Efforts
We do not advertise our organization. Referral for Science Nights and School Talks and other community outreach opportunities is by word of mouth.
Departmental Privileges
Special Access to Dept. Facilities?
Computer lab that is used as a classroom that some meeting are held in.
Special Access to Dept. Personnel?
Two faculty advisers help coordinate and organize some activities.
Funding
Dues
50%
Fundraising
35%
LAS College
15%
Risk Management
Has a designated officer with risk management responsiblities?
