John Goldman

John Goldman serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Physics and Astrophysics within the College of Science and Health at DePaul University.

Education:

• BA, University of Rochester
• MS, Penn State University

Research Focus: His work centers on synoptic analysis, severe convective storms, and climate change impacts on local weather patterns. With extensive operational forecasting experience from United Airlines, he integrates real-world meteorological phenomena into atmospheric physics research. His fieldwork spans natural environments across nearly 60 countries, providing empirical data for climate pattern studies.

Teaching Expertise: Professor Goldman instructs undergraduate courses in Oceanography (PHY220) and Weather & Climate (PHY225), emphasizing fundamental physical principles governing atmospheric and oceanic systems. His industry background informs practical applications of theoretical concepts in classroom instruction.

Professional Background: Prior to academia, he maintained a lengthy forecasting career at United Airlines covering global destinations. This operational experience directly informs his research on aviation meteorology and climate adaptation strategies.