JSU Meteorology 50th Anniversary Celebration
Jackson State University's Meteorology Program marks 50 years of excellence with a multi-day celebration of alumni, students, and leaders in atmospheric sciences. The commemoration will feature keynote speakers, professional development sessions, a Hall of Fame Gala, and campus traditions that honor the program's legacy while inspiring its future.
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Registration
Early Bird Conference Registration Fee (ends 9/20/25): $150
Conference Registration Fee: $200
Registration fees can be paid directly through this webpage. Secure your spot today!
About the Event
Join alumni, students, and friends of the Jackson State University Meteorology Program as we celebrate 50 years of legacy, impact, and innovation. Since its founding under the vision of Dr. John A. Peoples Jr., the program has helped shape the landscape of the weather enterprise and produced leaders across meteorology, media, research, emergency management, and thesocial sciences.
This three-day interdisciplinary event will bring together professionals, scholars, and students to:
● Celebrate the program’s rich history and alumni achievements
● Network and build new connections across the weather and climate community
● Highlight student research, internships, and collaborative experiences
The celebration kicks off with a welcome social on November 12, offering an evening of networking, recognition, and tradition.
A Legacy of Impact
Past conferences have featured résumé-building workshops, graduate school fairs, and panels with hiring managers. Broadcast meteorologists have shared valuable career insights, and the 2020 virtual conference engaged middle school students across North America in a dynamic STEM event.
In 2015, JSU proudly introduced the Meteorology Program Hall of Fame, honoring trailblazers
such as:
● President Emeritus Dr. John A. Peoples Jr., Visionary of the program
● Dr. Keith Johnson, NOAA scientist and the program’s first professor
● Patricia Brown, the program’s first graduate
● Vivian Brown, former Weather Channel broadcast meteorologist
Hotel Accommodations
- Special group rates are available at nearby hotels in downtown Jackson, just minutes from campus:
- The Westin Jackson – $179/night
- Booking deadline: Monday, October 27, 2025
- Rate valid: Nov. 11–16, 2025
- Book with Westin here
- Hilton Garden Inn Jackson Downtown – $129/night (King) | $160/night (Two Queens)
Why Attend?
Whether you are an alumnus, student, or professional in the field, the JSU Meteorology 50th Anniversary Conference & Gala will be a valuable opportunity to celebrate the past, connect with peers, and inspire the future of meteorology. We are also planning to charter the Association of Black Meteorologists at this event.
