CPAESS - Cooperative Programs for the Advancement of Earth System Science

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

"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."

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

"The NOAA C&GC fellowship has been crucial in allowing me to pursue a career in atmospheric chemistry..."

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

"Thanks for the great job organizing and handling us. Everything worked great, and I was really pleased that all went so well."

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

"CPAESS staff was more than pleasant when dealing with the 220+ scientists we had at the meeting.  They were prepared and there were no glitches."

"The professional staff at CPAESS has made it their business to understand every aspect of program management relevant to investments in scientific research."

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

"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."

"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."

"Your staff did an exemplary job in all aspects of coordination. This meeting was one of the rare instances that I did not hear a single complaint regarding organization."

"The CPAESS administration has greatly facilitated my research work. I appreciate the superior service and timely help from all the staff."

"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."

"...it’s just a pleasure to have a project where there is a target date, inevitable small hassles and changes, and yet the end result is that everything gets done, it’s perfectly workable, on time..."

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