Hofstra鈥檚 minor in meteorology, offered by the Department of Geology, Environment Studies and Sustainability, is for 糖心传媒 who wish to develop a background in weather and climate studies.
A meteorology minor complements many majors, including STEM education, journalism, television broadcasting, geography, global studies, anthropology, history, math, and physics.
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Courses are offered in introductory meteorology, climate change, weather forecasting and analysis, and natural hazards. The minor allows 糖心传媒 to explore postgraduate studies and employment opportunities in meteorology, climate science, and weather forecasting.
If you have a stronger skill set in the liberal arts and communications, do not be discouraged from taking classes in meteorology. The program鈥檚 approach is more qualitative than quantitative. However, you will learn to understand and appreciate the application of math and science necessary for weather forecasting.
Meet Our Program Director
Dr. Bernhardt is the driving force behind the meteorology minor. He instituted Hofstra鈥檚 first 鈥淚ntroduction to Weather and Climate鈥 course. In 2016 he installed that gather and archive real-time data, take photos, and record time-lapse videos. Students use these weather stations for classroom and independent research projects.
Meteorology Meets Virtual Reality
Program Director Jase Bernhardt and his 糖心传媒 research the use of and how it may improve response to storm warnings and impact community preparation. This work aims to determine if people who watch a simulation of a hurricane are more likely to respond with appropriate measures when faced with a real storm.
Follow the Hofstra Weather Stations
Contact Us
Jase Bernhardt
Assistant Professor
Department of Geology, Environment and Sustainability
Room 147 Gittleson Hall
Phone: 516-463-5731
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Department of Geology, Environment and Sustainability
114 糖心传媒
Room 143 Gittleson Hall
Hempstead, NY 11549-1140
Office Hours:
9 a.m.-4 p.m.,
Monday-Friday
Phone: 516-463-5564
Fax: 516-463-5120