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New Mexico, United States

Albuquerque-Santa Fe Metropolitan Area

Burlington, Vermont, United States

I helped graduate students from programs across campus develop their writing skills and confidence through one-on-one meetings and class workshops. I assisted students with class assignments, theses and dissertations, journal articles, presentations and posters, graduate and medical school applications, job applications, and grant applications. I also was.

Burlington, Vermont Area

I am investigating the intersection of cultural ecosystem services, communication, and community action using framing theory. My dissertation research is funded by an EPA-grant focused on understanding the connections between harmful algal blooms and human well-being, as well as how and why communities take action when faced with issues of scientific.

Burlington, Vermont Area

I designed and taught one section of COR270: Heroines & Heroes, which explored the myriad forms that heroic figures have taken - and continue to take - within the American environmental movement. Students analyzed the role of narratives in shaping our perceptions of identity, history, and human potential using theoretical frameworks, including.

Raleigh, NC

Shared information about North Carolina Sea Grant's research, outreach and education programs to enhance the sustainable use and conservation of North Carolina's coast and its communities; wrote and edited Coastwatch magazine and ncseagrant.org; developed newsletters, blog posts, consumer information products, and educational materials, in print, online.

Durham, NC

Developed creative marketing, communication, and public relations strategies to advance TLC's conservation initiatives and position as a land trust leader in the fields of conservation, community building, natural resources stewardship, ecosystem services, and healthy, livable cities; Responsible for TLC's website, social media, print publications, and.

Roanoke, Virginia Area

Responsible for implementation Virginia's approach for engaging citizens in NPS (nonpoint source) protection and TMDL implementation plan measures in the Roanoke DEQ region. Promoted nonpoint source (NPS) pollution control programs, foster relationship and networks among NPS stakeholders, enhance outreach and education efforts, and build public awareness.

Roanoke, Virginia Area

Event management, environmental education program development and implementation, public relations, fundraising, and conservation easement monitoring.

Bloomington, Indiana Area

Advised Executive Director on Homeless Management Information Systems (HMIS) and database management, national best practices, and development opportunities; Coordinated undergraduate student group aiding the Center in planning the yearly fund-raising gala, developing the comprehensive annual report, and revamping development materials; Aided Center staff.

Hot Springs, SD

Supported a project investigating the relationship between prescribed burning in Black Hills Ponderosa pine forests, various environmental factors, and target invasive plant species; Located study points, set up plots, and determine frequency and categorical abundance of approximately 15 target invasive species; Measured forest structure, canopy density.

Worked as a independent field botanist for the Hardwood Ecosystem Experiment, a long-term, large-scale experimental study of forest management. Located plot points by GPS throughout Indiana's Yellowwood and Morgan-Monroe State Forests. Using a standardize transect method, identified understory herbaceous and woody vegetation to species and estimated cover.

Carried out bacteria coliform sampling on public and private water; perform additional pH and quality control testing; executed administrative tasks such as communicating test results to customers and the Indiana Department of Environmental Management Water Resources Division

Student researcher for Dr. Barnes as part of a Research Experience for Undergraduates. The project is entitled "Decomposition in Drylands: Soil Erosion and UV Interactions." During the summer, I calibrated different types of polysulphone films for measuring plant UV doses which will subsequently be used for field experiments in Arizona. Additionally, I.

Directed a team of four students in researching over 300 individuals and writing over 100 profiles for the America’s Best Leaders project in conjunction with Harvard University and U.S. News and World Report

Conducted environmental sampling of area homes for manganese content as part of a wider study by the University of Cincinnati and Citizen's for Clean Air action group;

Tutored students in Biology, Calculus, Chemistry, Computer Science, and Environmental Science

Theories and Models of Leadership, Marietta College, Fall 2007/2008: Aided in developing class curriculum as well as coordinating activities designed to help students better understand past and present theories and models of leadership

Leadership Practicum I, Marietta College, Spring 2008: Assisted in the instruction of students in the basics of facilitation and deliberation using methods such as de Bono's Six Thinking Hats and Robert's Rules of Order

Assisted a nonprofit research organization focused on conservation, vegetation mapping, GIS/GPS data analysis, and community outreach

Phd Candidate, Natural Resources

Activities and Societies: Member, Equity and Justice Community of Practice Graduate Intern for the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Action.

Mpa/Mses, Applied Ecology

Activities and Societies: Graduate Professional Student Organization (GPSO) Representative, Students Taking Active Roles Today (START).

B.S., Environmental Science

Activities and Societies: Phi Beta Kappa, Beta Beta Beta, Omicron Delta Kappa, Order of Omega, Chi Omega, Student Senate Parliamentarian