Michael Henry
About Michael Henry
Michael Henry serves as the Director of Government Relations at the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR), where he advocates for Earth system science research and education. He has over 15 years of experience in government relations, having previously held positions at NASA and the American Institute of Physics.
Current Role at UCAR
Michael Henry serves as the Director of Government Relations at the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) since 2023. In this role, he focuses on advancing government relations related to atmospheric research. He operates in a hybrid work environment based in Washington, D.C. His responsibilities include leading policy initiatives that support researchers and educators in atmospheric and Earth system sciences.
Previous Experience at NASA
Prior to joining UCAR, Michael Henry worked at NASA as a Senior Policy Analyst from 2018 to 2023. He was the policy lead for NASA's Earth Science Division, where he contributed to various policy initiatives. His tenure at NASA spanned five years, during which he operated in a hybrid work setting in the Washington D.C. Metro Area.
Experience at American Institute of Physics
Michael Henry held multiple positions at the American Institute of Physics. He served as the Director of Science Policy from 2015 to 2020, where he worked for five years in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. Additionally, he was a Senior Science Policy Writer for five months in 2015. His work focused on advocating for science policy initiatives during his time there.
Educational Background
Michael Henry earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science from Williams College, where he studied from 2000 to 2004. He later obtained a Master of Science (MS) in Environmental Studies from the University of Colorado Boulder, studying from 2009 to 2012. His educational background supports his expertise in science policy and government relations.
Legislative Experience
Before his roles in science policy, Michael Henry gained legislative experience as a Legislative Correspondent for U.S. Senator Benjamin L. Cardin from 2007 to 2009. He also worked as a Legislative Specialist at the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research from 2009 to 2012. This experience provided him with a solid foundation in government relations and policy advocacy.