Advisory Board

The purpose of the UNC Charlotte Department of Earth, Environmental, and Geographical Sciences (EEGS) Advisory Board is to strengthen the relationship between alumni, professionals, faculty, and students. Members represent a diverse and inclusive spectrum of majors within the Department and meet twice per year to work with department leadership to advise about the future direction of the department and it’s programs.

Christopher Godwin
Advisory Board Member

Chris specializes in geomatics projects that leverage remote sensing technologies to deliver precise geospatial data. His team collects survey data using LiDAR and imagery sensors, often utilizing small UAS (drones) for aerial surveys, then processes the data into a range of products for extraction of 2D and 3D survey data for use in a wide […]

Will Linville
Advisory Board Member

BS Geography, 2008; Master of Urban Design, 2021 Occupation: Program Manager Employer: Charlotte Urban Design Center LinkedIn Profile: Will Linville Will is a practicing urban designer and planner, having worked both in the public and private sectors in communities throughout North Carolina. As program manager of the Charlotte Urban Design Center, he oversees a team […]

John Lopez
Advisory Board Chair

BS Geology, 2009 Occupation: Project Manager Employer: Hart & Hickman, PC Linked In Profile: John Lopez John specializes in environmental assessment and remediation. He provides strategic oversight to ensure each project meets the highest technical and regulatory standards. John also plays a key role in recruiting and mentoring emerging talent at H&H by fostering a […]

Jacey Meador
Advisory Board Member

B.S. Geology, 2015; M.S. Earth Science, 2017 Water Quality Program Specialist, City of Charlotte, Storm Water Services Linked In Profile: Jacey Meador Jacey assists in administration and management of the Umbrella Mitigation Bank, with emphasis on fulfilling pre- and post-construction mitigation monitoring obligations and overseeing stewardship of Bank lands during the post-construction monitoring phase. For […]

Thomas Winesett
Advisory Board Member

MS Earth Science-Meteorology, 2015 Occupation: Meteorologist Employer: National Weather Service  Linked In Profile: Unavailable As a meteorologist with the NWS, Thomas is responsible for weather forecasts and warnings for the western Carolinas and northeast Georgia. Thomas also works closely with and provides weather support to emergency managers, first responders and other government agencies such as […]