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Owen Shieh

Welcome! I am a second-year graduate student in the School of Meteorology at the University of Oklahoma in Norman, Oklahoma.

The spring 2009 severe convective storm season is underway in the Great Plains.
Please check the Storm Chasing page frequently for photos and videos of my latest chase!

Large funnel cloud south of Geuda Springs, Kansas.
March 23, 2009
Video Credit: Nick Engerer and Owen Shieh.
My interest in hurricanes and tornadoes began at an early age, which is detailed in my Biography, and my educational, academic, and extracurricular experiences are listed in my Resume. Information about my past/present research and links to peer-reviewed and conference publications and presentations can be found in Research. My educational goals revolve around my passion for Teaching, so original lecture notes are provided for those who wish to reference them.

Even though I am pursuing my Ph.D. in Meteorology, what good is scientific research if I don't stay in touch with the real-time weather? Thus, I have compiled online sources of real-time weather data for use while Forecasting. Each spring, I take to the fields to further understand and capture the ferocity of Mother Nature through Storm Chasing.

Outside of my career as a meteorologist, I am an avid outdoorsman. Backpacking, kayaking, sailing, snorkeling...you name it! Nature beckons my will to explore, and the call of the wild routinely takes me on memorable Adventures. I am also a musician, and my performances and recordings can be found in Music. Finally, since Writing is another passion of mine, I have included some of my narrative and poetic works. Kick back and enjoy!