Don Conlee

Don Conlee is an **Instructional Professor** in the **Department of Atmospheric Sciences** at **Texas A&M University**. He holds a Ph.D. in Meteorology from Texas A&M (1994), an M.S. from the Naval Postgraduate School (1991), and a B.S. from the University of Louisiana, Monroe (1983). His roles include leading high-impact undergraduate programs like SEA-Met (Study Abroad in Meteorology) and the Student Operational Upper-Air Program (SOUP). He has extensive experience in operational meteorology, including roles at the National Data Buoy Center and the U.S. Navy.

Education:

• Ph.D. Meteorology, Texas A&M University, 1994
• M.S. Meteorology and Physical Oceanography, Naval Postgraduate School, 1991
• B.S. Atmospheric Sciences, University of Louisiana, Monroe, 1983

Research Focus:

Conlee emphasizes undergraduate research experiences through programs like NSF REU sites, green roof installations, and radar operations. His work spans observational meteorology, education innovation, and applied technologies for weather forecasting. Key projects include the Texas A&M Mesonet, green roof instrumentation, and low-cost sensor development.

Awards & Honors:

• Association of Former Students Distinguished Achievement Award in Teaching (2018)
• Dean's Distinguished Achievement Award (2015)
• Robert C. Runnels Excellence in Advising Award (2013)
• Defense Meritorious Service Medal (U.S. Navy)

Labs & Teams:

He oversees the **Student Operational Upper-Air Program (SOUP)**, **Texas A&M Mesonet**, and **Aggie Doppler Radar (ADRAD)**. Collaborations span multiple disciplines, including Architecture and Agriculture Colleges for green roof studies.