CPAESS - Cooperative Programs for the Advancement of Earth System Science

"I can't tell you all how great it is to work with you! I wish every meeting I planned had such fantastic (and fun) support."

"I think this is the most successful postdoc fellowship program out there."

"CPAESS was always a step (or several) ahead of me.  The logistics were flawless in all aspects..."

"I have found this very valuable for building a diverse new skill set and professional relationships. CPAESS was an excellent administrator of this fellowship." 

"The C&GC fellowship experience has been very productive and rewarding. I have learned a lot in terms of research, teaching, & applying for faculty positions."

"The UCAR CPAESS administration was very helpful in facilitating my appointment. They should keep doing what they are doing."

"I had an absolutely amazing time as a NOAA fellow – a really life-changing experience that has set me up for a career in science."

"We quite literally could not have done these workshops without you and want to thank you and your entire team for your tireless efforts - and patience - in working with us to pull them all off."

"I really appreciate the great support you all provide. It sure makes hosting meetings a breeze."

"By allowing me to extend my fellowship due to the maternity leave..., UCAR made it possible for me to balance my personal commitments and professional goals."

"I only wish every administration was as responsive, proactive, and pleasant as the people I've interacted with at CPAESS."

"The academic freedom provided by this program is of utmost importance for an early career scientist."

"The mentoring I received has been very stimulating and intellectually challenging. I was very impressed with the responsiveness of the CPAESS office during my fellowship."

"The structure of this program is wonderful. The Summer institute has a lasting impact on the fellows, through the connections that they make..."

"They know exactly what they are doing and are therefore quite relaxed but at the same time in full control."

"The WCRP community is indeed fortunate to have the skills of such a talented group of individuals available for such critical events."

"The CPAESS staff have been exceptionally accomodating throughout the process of the application and award...Each of my interactions was pleasant and enjoyable."

"The C&GC program allows the flexibility to collaborate with other researchers, which leads to opportunities after the fellowship."