Christopher Grover Email & Phone Number

Tallahassee, Florida, United States

- Analyzed radar to interpret weather patterns in anticipation of approaching storm systems and tropical storms.- Assisted with the launch of weather balloons.- Developed forecasts with the Graphical Forecast Editor (GFE)- Studied Skew T charts in regards to predicting severe weather and precipitation type.- Prepared and practiced delivering presentations to the public or emergency management on weather related threats based on current or past threat scenarios.- Learned… Show more - Analyzed radar to interpret weather patterns in anticipation of approaching storm systems and tropical storms.- Assisted with the launch of weather balloons.- Developed forecasts with the Graphical Forecast Editor (GFE)- Studied Skew T charts in regards to predicting severe weather and precipitation type.- Prepared and practiced delivering presentations to the public or emergency management on weather related threats based on current or past threat scenarios.- Learned about the NWS, its mission, and the daily routines of a operational meteorologist. Show less

Tallahassee, Florida, United States

- Held weekly office hours to assist students who asked questions on homework and class material.- Graded exams and assignments in a timely manner and communicated feedback to professor.- Lead Lectures on the subjects of air masses, fronts, and cyclogenesis.- Classes as a TA: “Introduction to the Atmosphere, Introduction to Atmospheric Dynamics," and "Physical Climatology."

- Collaborated with Dr. Richard Fiorella on his National Science Foundation Project: “Testing controls on source, sink, and lifetime of atmospheric water with numerical tags and stable isotope ratios.”- Expanded knowledge of MATLAB software through the application of differential equations with multi-dimensional datasets, data visualization, and data analysis.- Performed quality control on moisture budget balance code with Climate Data Operators to edit and improve existing code for the… Show more - Collaborated with Dr. Richard Fiorella on his National Science Foundation Project: “Testing controls on source, sink, and lifetime of atmospheric water with numerical tags and stable isotope ratios.”- Expanded knowledge of MATLAB software through the application of differential equations with multi-dimensional datasets, data visualization, and data analysis.- Performed quality control on moisture budget balance code with Climate Data Operators to edit and improve existing code for the project. Show less

Arlington, Va

- Managed logistics for over 70 virtual and on-campus college discussion colloquia and book clubs for over 500 students as Events Specialist and Coordinator.- Proposed ways to improve work methodology to save time and money and improve event experiences for students and faculty partners.- Similar roles to Events Coordinator position.

Arlington, Va

- Represent IHS and its values while staffing programs and meeting with faculty and students on campuses- Collaborate with multiple team members across departments including Marketing, Finance, and Operations for effective delivery of each program- Communicate travel, printing, and catering needs with outside stakeholders to provide the necessary food, reading materials, and travel plans for each program- Track expenses and keep expenditures within budget limits for each program

Arlington, Va

- Recommend dates in the fall to schedule weekend IHS programs at universities throughout the nation- Collaborated with the Finance Department on reimbursing travel costs for participants in the past summer seminaries

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Investigated the nuclear developments of East Asian nations for a debate on nuclear proliferation• Assisted Vice President David Boaz by finding media references to the Cato Institute• Compiled list of terror attacks against American embassies, consulates, and military bases in the Middle East• Coordinated events at the Cato Institute and on Capitol Hill, duties included registration and bartending

• Collected data and figures from government websites and resources to analyze state and national employment statistics during the 2008 recession and the recovery years.• Compared overall employment to other figures such as welfare participation and employment in the food and drink service industry.• Proofread policy reports and checked for spelling, grammatical, and mathematical errors.• Updated BHI’s monthly “DataPoint” report on the employment status of the United States.

Boston, Ma

• Assisted patrons with finding books and using library resources.• Responsible for opening and closing the Music Library. • Trained new student employees and supervised their performance. • Cleaned and organized shelves.• Secretarial duties included answering phones and delivering items to different library departments.

Austin, Texas Area

• Researched the differences in funding and expenditures between charter and traditional public schools in the state of Texas.• Designed graphs and charts to present the mechanism of the school finance system.• Created fire and security protocols for the institute’s new facilities.• Attended weekly "Thinking Economically" lectures hosted by the director of TPPF’s Center for Economic Freedom.

• Recorded notes from congressional committee hearings and briefings for memos regarding Iran’s Nuclear Program, the Islamic State in the Middle East, and human rights.• Reported daily comments from constituent phone calls and completed errands for staffers.• Escorted visitors throughout the Capitol and explained the origins and significance of the building’s architecture, paintings, statues, and rooms.

Master Of Science - Ms, Meteorology, Gpa: 3.667

Activities and Societies: WxChallenge Local Manager for Florida State University

Non-Degree Status, Mathematics

Studied as a Non-Degree student to advance my knowledge in Calculus and Physics to prepare for a Master's in Meteorology.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), International Relations

I have a B.A. in International Relations with a focus on Foreign Policy/Security Studies and the Middle East and North Africa. I also have.