Gil Ford Award in Meteorology
Background
The Gil Ford Award commemorates the life and work of
Gil Ford, a resident of West Burke, Vermont. Gil volunteered
as the local NWS co-operative weather observer in 1931 and
for the next 68 years never missed a single observation.
Gil’s
weather observations were a valuable source of
information to the National Weather Service and have been
studied for years by meteorology students at Lyndon State
College. Gil demonstrated outstanding service to his community
throughout his life. Outgoing and gregarious, Gil, in his
later years, delighted in writing the college and talking
with meteorology students about his weather and life experiences.
The Atmospheric Sciences Department strongly believes that many
of Gil’s personal attributes (his interest and
dedication to meteorology, his commitment to community service,
his strong work ethic, and his respect for others) are qualities
that are common to those who wish to make a positive contribution
to the field of meteorology and to their community.
Criteria and Award
The award is given annually to a graduating Atmospheric Sciences
senior who has demonstrated:
- Outstanding scholarship;
- Outstanding leadership;
- Outstanding personal integrity;
- Great potential for the
advancement of Atmospheric Sciences over the course
of his/her career;
- Unselfish service to the community.
- This award is in the
amount of $200 and will be announced at the Robing
Ceremony in May.
Application and Selection
- Applicants should submit their summary and materials to
the Atmospheric Sciences Department Administrative Assistant
by April 1.
- Achievements - shown with a resume.
- Academic record - shown
with an unofficial Lydon State College transcript.
- Career goals
and philosophy - shown with a one-page summary.
- The
recipient will be selected by the Atmospheric Sciences
Department faculty.
Obligation of Recipient
All applicants are expected to attend the Robing Ceremony.
