Wendy Gram, Ph.D.
About Wendy Gram, Ph.D.
Wendy Gram, Ph.D., serves as the Deputy Director of the COMET Program at UCAR, where she applies data-driven decision-making and stakeholder collaboration to enhance strategic planning. With a background in ecology and extensive experience in education and program management, she has held various leadership roles within UCAR and other institutions over her career.
Work at UCAR
Wendy Gram, Ph.D., serves as the Deputy Director of the COMET Program at UCAR - The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research since 2021. In this role, she practices data-based decision making and collaborates with stakeholders to guide strategic planning and program implementation. Prior to her current position, she worked as the Implementation Manager for the COMET Program from 2019 to 2021 and briefly held the role of Acting Director from 2022 to 2023. Her extensive experience at UCAR highlights her commitment to advancing atmospheric research and education.
Education and Expertise
Wendy Gram holds a Ph.D. in Ecology and Evolution from the University of Missouri-Columbia, where she studied from 1990 to 1996. She also earned a B.A. in Biology and Environmental Science from the University of Pennsylvania between 1984 and 1988. Additionally, she completed a Postdoctoral Researcher program at the National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis (NCEAS) from 1996 to 1998. Her educational background equips her with the knowledge to translate complex scientific ideas into understandable solutions.
Background
Before her current role at UCAR, Wendy Gram worked at the NEON Program as the Director of Science, Engagement, and Education from 2008 to 2019 in Boulder, CO. She also served as the Head of Education at the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History from 1999 to 2008 in Norman, OK. Her diverse background in education and program management has contributed to her ability to build collaborative teams and deliver high-quality programming.
Achievements
Wendy Gram has extensive experience in writing grant proposals and securing funding from various agencies, foundations, and donors. She emphasizes the importance of regular feedback mechanisms and rigorous program evaluation in her work. Her focus on collaboration and productivity has led to the development of tools and programs that serve diverse users, showcasing her commitment to effective program implementation.