Danny Kosiba Email & Phone Number

- Analyzed the ecological, social, and legal conditions of sea otter reintroductions, prioritizing Indigenous self-determination, co-management, different knowledge systems, and justice- Interviewed and collaborated with locals, officials, and others affected by sea otters in Alaska, British Columbia, California, Washington, and Oregon - Collated and.

Nampa, Idaho, United States

AmeriCorps member with Palouse-Clearwater Environmental Institute, placed at Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge.

Oxnard, CA

• Provide technical assistance analyzing climate risk assessments for the design and implementation of effective adaptive policies for the City’s Local Coastal Plan (LCP) Update
• Research best practices for citywide community engagement, policy formation, and implementation
• Develop outreach plans for the LCP and FEMA flood map updates that were implemented in public workshops, media, and council meetings
• Coordinate City sustainability projects in urban forestry, drought tolerant vegetation, community gardens, and water conservation

Húsavík, Iceland

• Conducted research of whale watching impacts on animal behavior and hormonal response in critical marine mammal populations
• Performed outreach through stakeholder interviews, public presentations, and media development to promote and inform sustainable whale watching practice

Holland, Michigan

Assisted professorial staff in educating high school students in basic research techniques and benefits to a liberal arts education

Rarotonga, Cook Islands

• Researched animal behavior, identification, DNA, and humpback whale song in important migratory corridor
• Supported photo identification collection and catalog creation for South Pacific

Performed product and market research for clients through the Hope College CFL.

Assisted assessment and education of students in a General Education Math and Science course.

Performed research and analysis of wildlife activity and abundance at a recently constructed wetland mitigation site.

Hope College, Kollen Hall

Support residents in academic, social, and personal growth in order to succeed in a diverse, global societyInspire creation of strong, cohesive communities

Holland, MI

• Encouraged and supported students in academic, social, and personal growth in order to succeed in a diverse, global society
• Promoted and inspired strong and inclusive communities

Holland, MI

Informed and entertained visiting prospective students Fostered interest and encouraged pursuit of unique aspects of the collegeProvided connections to seek further information on specific areas of interest at the college

Gull Lake, MI

Maintained and supervised safety of rope climbing elements such as zip lines and rock wallsFostered effective team communication and strategy for operation of climbing elements

Gull Lake, MI

Provided support and examples for children to develop in faith, social, and familial aspectsEncouraged and supported growth and cooperation with others

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Human-Wildlife Interactions/Ecology

https://peopleandwildlifelab.com/

Master'S Of Marine Affairs

Bachelor’S Degree, Biology/Biological Sciences, General

Activities and Societies: Colleges Against Cancer, Biology Club, Children's After School Achievement, Residential Life, Summer Hope.