Andrea Smith

Andrea Smith is an Associate Scientist and Program Manager at the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research since December 2009, focusing on Aviation and University Support training within the COMET Program. Responsibilities include developing online learning modules, teaching courses in earth sciences, and producing meteorological content. Previous academic positions include instructor roles at Millersville University and the University of Northern Colorado, covering various meteorological topics. Andrea's educational background includes both a Master's and Bachelor's degree in Atmospheric Sciences from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where also served as a research and teaching assistant. Andrea's early career included an internship at WILL AM/FM/TV and research in the thermodynamic and microphysical structure of Mesoscale Convective Systems.