• One semester research project for Dr. Rebecca Shapiro’s lab• Researched genetic interactions of Candida albicans stress response genes using CRISPR-Cas9-based strategies• Various protocols utilized including mating Candida albicans mutant haploid strains to generate diploid mutants, and MIC assays for stress responses

- Provided support to Graduate student research through DNA extraction and purification of plasmids from Escherichia coli DH5α- Helped with sterilization of equipment and routine lab duties

- Showed prospective students the University of Guelph campus- Produced live online admission events for prospective students using Microsoft Teams- Unibuddy Ambassador for prospective students to ask University of Guelph related questions

- Completed literature review and research proposal for Dr. Annette Nassuth’s lab- Research conducted on the effect of transcription factors on the Vitis CBF4 promoter using a fluorescence-based transactivation assay- Utilized an epi-fluorescence microscope to analyze GFP and RFP fluorescence in Nicotiana benthamiana leaf samples

- Using social media to showcase the University of Guelph campus to prospective students through Admission Services

- Assisted Graduate student with research on fungal pathogen Gaeumannomyces avenae affecting turfgrass- Various extractions conducted including DNA and teliospore inoculum extractions- Isolating roots for runner hyphae tests (microscope slides) and leaf tissue culturing- Helped prepare reagents and media and assisted with general lab maintenance and cleanliness- Trained in Greenhouse, Autoclave and Biosafety Cabinet machinery- Organized diagnostic sheets data from various years into Excel- Created factsheets for diseases affecting different grass species by conducting research and organizing into various categories to create summaries of the diseases

- Provided activities and supervision to children ages 4-12 years old and gained management, leadership, and communication skills- Received promotion to Summer Camp Counsellor from Before and After-Hours Camp Counsellor- Received Best Partnership award from Camp Director for outstanding teamwork skills- Evaluated and mentored Camp Counsellors in Training (CIT) to understand the camp environment

- Organized games and activities for the development of children 4-6 years old by encouraging growth and communication- Completed WHMIS, CPR C, First Aid, High Five: Principles of Healthy Child Development