Jennie Zhu
About Jennie Zhu
Jennie Zhu is a Program Specialist at UCAR, specializing in climate variability and predictability. She has a diverse background in research and education, with experience at institutions such as the U.S. Geological Survey and West Virginia University.
Work at UCAR
Jennie Zhu has served as a Program Specialist at the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) since 2019. In this role, she develops and delivers communications and outreach materials for the US CLIVAR program, which focuses on climate variability and predictability. She provides technical support to senior scientists and facilitates interagency dialogues among funders, scientists, and citizen communities. Her work aims to inform the scientific community about programmatic directions and new opportunities related to climate research.
Education and Expertise
Jennie Zhu holds a Master’s Degree in Geography from West Virginia University, which she completed from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Anthropology from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities between 2009 and 2013. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from West Virginia University from 2019 to 2021. Her expertise includes clean energy and climate change, which supports her contributions to the US CLIVAR program.
Background
Jennie Zhu has a diverse professional background with experience in various research and academic roles. She worked as a Scientist at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) for eight months in 2016 and held multiple positions at West Virginia University, including Graduate Research Assistant and Grant Resource Specialist. Her earlier roles included research internships and assistantships at the University of Minnesota and the University of Maryland, as well as a position with the Student Conservation Association.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Jennie Zhu has contributed to significant research initiatives and outreach efforts. At UCAR, she plays a key role in coordinating research actions for the US CLIVAR program, enhancing communication between scientific communities and stakeholders. Her multilingual abilities in Chinese, Spanish, and Italian support her community engagement and outreach initiatives, allowing her to connect with diverse audiences effectively.