Congratulations to the NCAS-M Spring 2026 Graduating Class

WASHINGTON, D.C. – NCAS-M proudly celebrates the achievements of our nine Spring 2026 graduates. These students represent the next generation of leaders in atmospheric science, meteorology, social and behavioral science, and public policy, and we commend their hard work, dedication, and academic excellence.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to each graduate and look forward to the important contributions they will make in their careers.

NCAS-M II Fellows

  • Neil Crosby, MS (HU) – Atmospheric Science
    Graduated May 9, 2026

  • Michael Smith, MS (HU) – Atmospheric Science
    Graduated May 9, 2026

  • Jaren Smith, MS (HU) – Atmospheric Science
    Graduated May 9, 2026

  • Cameron Bennett, BS (JSU) – Meteorology
    Graduated May 2, 2026

  • Lucas DelValle, BS (SJSU) – Meteorology
    Graduated May 20, 2026

  • Taylor West, PhD (UMBC) – Public Policy
    Graduated May 20, 2026

Leverage Student

  • Michael Benneh, MS (HU) – Atmospheric Science
    Graduated May 9, 2026

 

Previous NCAS funded student

  • Kylie Hoffman, PhD (UMBC) – Physics
    Graduated May 20, 2026
  • Special Mention (Posthumous)

  • Jimisha Relerford (NCAS-M Project Manager), PhD (HU) – English
    Graduated May 9, 2026
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