Since the UW’s very first day of classes in 1849, Badgers have shared a special bond with the university and each other. Founders’ Day celebrates these connections — and helps bring you back to your own days on campus!
Join us locally on February 18 as we enjoy a BBQ feast and hear from Jonathan Martin, professor of atmospheric and oceanic sciences, about the cold season in a changing climate. Register now to join the WAA: Austin Chapter for our Founders’ Day celebration.
The cost is $40 per person or $25 for recent graduates. This includes a dinner buffet featuring brisket, sausage, and a vegetarian entrée. Beer, wine, and nonalcoholic beverages are included with ticket.
Register by February 16.
About the Program
Enjoy a special presentation:
Warmer Winters and Wavier Jet Streams: The Cold Season in a Changing Climate
How is our planet’s changing climate affecting winters in Texas and beyond? Join Professor Jonathan Martin — one of the Weather Guys — as he curates a discussion just for Austin alumni on how our cold season is changing as the planet slowly warms.
About the Speaker
Jonathan Martin, PhD is a professor of atmospheric and oceanic sciences. He is an expert on mid-latitude weather systems, such as snowstorms and severe thunderstorms, and how climate change contributes to these events. He has authored or coauthored more than 40 scientific publications, including the leading undergraduate textbook on atmospheric dynamics, Mid-Latitude Atmospheric Dynamics: A First Course. He is the recipient of the Underkofler Excellence in Teaching Award, the College of Letters and Science Mark Ingraham Distinguished Faculty Award, and the Hamel Faculty Fellow Award. He is also one of “The Weather Guys” — a monthly guest on a popular Wisconsin Public Radio live call-in show.
Additional Information
To ensure your full participation, please let us know when registering if you have any dietary restrictions or require accessibility accommodations.
Building Address: 607 W 3rd Street, Austin – Rooftop on Floor 29 (red arrow is the main building entrance)
Parking Structure: On Nueces Street between 2nd and 3rd Street (blue arrow) and picture of parking entrance. Take the elevator to the first floor, turn right and go around the corner to the lobby. The security guards will let you up to Floor 29.
We will validate parking for anyone using this parking garage. Please download the app (see QR code in the parking garage) and sign up to add your license plate and a credit card. We will provide you with a code to comp the parking, so your credit card will not be charged.
