Michael E. Olson

Dr. Michael E. Olson is an Assistant Professor of Mathematics at Snow College, located in Ephraim, Utah. He teaches courses in Applied Statistics, Data Mining, and Meteorology, and also instructs Physics labs. His academic affiliations include the Natural Science and Mathematics division.

Education:

• B.S. in Meteorology, University of Utah (2008)
• B.S. in Mathematics, University of Utah (2008, emphasis in computational mathematics)
• Ph.D. in Physics, Utah State University (2012, emphasis in Upper-Atmospheric Physics/Space Weather)

Research Interests: Focuses on meteorological modeling, data science applications in atmospheric studies, and space weather phenomena. His work bridges computational mathematics with environmental physics, particularly in upper-atmospheric dynamics.

Advising & Grants: No formal advisees or grant details listed. Teaches interdisciplinary courses across Mathematics and Physics departments.

Lives in Manti, Utah with his wife and six children, emphasizing family activities and musical involvement (cello/organ).