Bernice Ackerman
Bernice Ackerman (1925– July 5, 1995, Lake View, Chicago[1]) was an American meteorologist, known for being the first woman weathercaster in the U.S. and the first woman meteorologist at Argonne National Laboratory.[2]
Early life and education
Born in Chicago, Ackerman was the valedictorian of her graduating class at Lake View High School.[1] Prior to attending college, she was a weather observer and flight briefer for the Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service (WAVES) in World War II.[3] Ackerman attended the University of Chicago throughout her education, where she received her a bachelor's degree in meteorology and Phi Beta Kappa in 1948, her master's degree in meteorology in 1955, and her PhD in geophysical science in 1965.[2][4]
Career and research
After earning her bachelor's degree, Ackerman took up a position as a meteorologist and
Professional memberships
- Fellow, American Association for the Advancement of Science
- Fellow, American Meteorological Society
- Member, American Geophysical Union
References
- ^ a b c Heise, Kenan (8 July 1995). "Retired State Meteorologist Bernice Ackerman". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved 16 April 2011.
- ^ ISBN 978-0-87436-740-9.
- ^ Passport to Knowledge. "World War II and the Broadening of Opportunities". Retrieved 16 April 2011.
- ^ ISBN 9781598841589.
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