Diane Dotson Email & Phone Number

Silver Spring, Maryland, United States

•Support the scope of a federal cooperative agreement between the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation and NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries that focuses on public engagement in the designation process of new national marine sanctuaries. •Help develop and advance policies and strategies to enhance conservation and stewardship of our marine and Great Lakes environments through national marine sanctuaries and marine national monuments.•Build and maintain relationships with key external partners including NGOs, Administration officials, Congressional offices, and local communities.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Oversee the success and growth of Defenders of Wildlife Campus Club network by providing guidance and resources on legislative priorities and campaigns, cultivating members of the network and leaders of individual clubs, and providing resources for the development of clubs and students • Work with the Director of Outreach to identify and implement strategies to meaningfully engage new and diverse demographics in the fight to stop extinction and protect our public lands such as the faith community, indigenous voices, veterans, youth activists, and the LGTBQIA+ community• Educate and mobilize Defenders’ donors, members, and e-mail activists nation-wide with an emphasis on using various organizing tools like Phone2Action, Engaging Networks, Social Media resources, Grassroots Lobbying, and others• Communicate and cultivate relationships with Biodiversity Ambassadors in all states besides CO and AZ• Implement congressional issue accountability strategies in collaboration with the National Outreach Team• Work with coalition partners to advance federal campaigns and create sustainable relationships• Work in close coordination with Defenders’ national outreach team and staff located in assigned region as needed to further legislative and campaign goals as well as build out the campus club network• Stay current on legislative and administrative issues of priority interest to Defenders• Assist Director with administrative tasks as needed

Greenville, South Carolina Area

• Recruited and supervised volunteers and interns through a variety of in-person and digital organizing tactics including phone-banking, text-banking, state and county conventions, issue-specific events, social media days of action, and canvassing• Fostered local political relationships by engaging different community groups, and representing the campaign at local and state events and fundraisers• Organized several campaign events dedicated to discussing the advancement equity and justice at the intersection of the environment, food systems, and outdoor access• Employed the use of NGP VAN, miniVAN, Hustle, and OpenVPB for volunteer and supporter data retention and creating contact lists

Clemson, Sc

As a senator for the Wildlife and Fisheries Biology program at Clemson University, I serve to represent the voices of all students in this program. We write and vote on bills for the advancement of Graduate Student Government. As a senator, I sponsored a resolution to support the Dream Act (A Resolution To Express Joint Support for the DREAM Act of 2017 with CUSG G.R. 78).

Clemson, Sc

Through my master's thesis research, I was responsible for an international research project including coordinating a team, applying for grants, managing a budget, and all associated logistics. We interviewed local people living around Kanha National Park, India about their attitudes, experiences, and beliefs towards tigers and leopards.

Clemson, Sc

As the grading assistant for Conservation Biology I was responsible for all grading in the course, proctoring exams, and assisting the instructor in any means necessary.

Clemson University

As a proctor I opened and closed the Test Proctoring Center (TPC) using established protocols, prepared equipment to be used during the shift, made necessary room assignments and/or changes, assured test integrity, filled out appropriate paperwork; prepared exams for delivery to faculty members, monitored testing including using the security camera system, reported academic integrity incidents, and all other duties as assigned/requested by the TPC Coordinator.

Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area

As an intern I promoted legislation and policies benefiting big cats, advocating for the welfare of big cats, and educated the public on the issues facing exotic cats, specifically private ownership and exploitation. Attended Taking Action for Animals Conference 2016 in Washington D.C., lobbied senators and representative on legislation involving animals, and commented publicly at Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission forum.

Clemson University

Coordinated the planning of a Tiger Conservation event coming up in the fall semester and ensured its campus-wide awareness and success.

Clemson, Sc

Lead weekly meetings, Coordinate efforts to raise awareness and funds, and network to achieve the maximum possible interactions between conservation passionate people and Tigers for Tigers

Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area

Duties included feeding and care of omnivores and live prey rats, sorting produce, cleaning small cat enclosures (Geoffrey Cats to Siberian Lynx), assisting animal feeders, guest sign in, serving as a tour back up, guiding day tours and kid’s tours, gift shop assistant, data entry, housekeeping, landscaping, domestic cat care, daily chores, perimeter checks, and miscellaneous projects.

Clemson, Sc

Assisted the professor in any research, grading, or lecture preparation they needed.

Provided educational and learning opportunities within a supportive environment that assisted Tigers for Tigers members throughout the country in gaining knowledge about tiger conservation domestically and internationally.

Mooresville, Nc

Electronically entered septic permits, verified parcel identification numbers using GIS, and assisted in any additional clerical work required from employees.

Clemson, Sc

Clemson, Sc

•Travel to Elementary schools and educate students on the plight of tigers and their status in America

Troutman, Nc

Mooresville, Nc

Master Of Science - Ms, Wildlife And Fisheries Biology

Activities and Societies: Natural Resources Graduate Student Association, Graduate Student Government, Diversity and Inclusion Committee.

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Wildlife And Fisheries Biology

Activities and Societies: Tigers for Tigers, Wildlife Society, Kappa Kappa Gamma, New Student Welcome Leader, FCA, Sustainability.

Bachelor Of Applied Science (Basc), Wildlife And Fisheries Biology

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