STANDING COMMITTEES

The Association has established the following standing committees responsible for overseeing and advising on key operations.

Nominating Committee
Canvasses membership to identify suitable candidates to serve in various roles in support of the Association.
Members: Lesley-Ann Dupigny-Giroux (Chair), Karin Bumbaco, John Nielsen-Gammon

Awards Committee
Reviews submissions for AASC's Annual Dissertation Award Program and makes recommendation to the Executive Committee on the winning submission.
Members: Chris Daly (Chair), Nina Oakley, Aaron Wilson

AASC Recognized State Climate Office (ARSCO) Committee
Reviews and provides advice on the ARSCO program.
Members: Pam Knox (Chair), Mike Anderson, Mike Brown, Mat Gerbush, Tami Houston, John Nielsen-Gammon, Steve Vavrus

Mesonet Committee
Provides support for the development and independent operation of AASC-affiliated Mesonets. Defines standards and identifies best practices for Mesonet operation.
Members: Sean Heuser (Chair), Sean Birkel, Dave Dubois, Kelsey Jensco, Cindy Luttrell

AASC Mesonet Recognition Program Committee
Reviews and recognizes mesonets that meet AASC recogntion requirements
Members: Jerry Brotzge (Chair), Steve Eagan, Robert Gillies, Samantha Koehler, Cindy Luttrell

Communications Committee
Provides communications and content expertise to support the Association.
Members: Kevin Brinson (Chair), Deb Bathke, Samantha Borisoff, Laura Edwards, Russ Schumacher, Matthew Sittel