The House of Representatives of Vermont has passed a concurrent resolution congratulating Dr. Lesley-Ann Dupigny-Giroux, a Distinguished Professor of Geography and Geosciences at the University of Vermont (UVM) and the Vermont State Climatologist, for receiving the Mani L. Bhaumik Award for Public Engagement with Science. Dr. Dupigny-Giroux, who holds advanced degrees from the University of Toronto and McGill University, is recognized for her expertise in climatology, particularly in relation to hydroclimatic natural hazards, climate literacy, and the impacts of severe weather on Vermont and the northeastern United States. Her contributions extend beyond academia, as she has actively engaged with K-12 educators to enhance climatology education.

The resolution highlights Dr. Dupigny-Giroux's significant achievements, including her role as a fellow of the American Meteorological Society, her participation on National Academy of Sciences panels, and her leadership in national climate assessments. The Mani L. Bhaumik Award, presented by the American Association for the Advancement of Science, acknowledges her exceptional contributions to public engagement with science and her distinguished career as a scholar and public official. The resolution concludes by directing the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to Dr. Dupigny-Giroux in recognition of her accomplishments.