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Huntsville, Alabama, United States

• Assisted in compiling satellite information by creating code in JavaScript using Google Earth Engine• Collaborated with a team of five to produce hydrologic time-series and fire evolution maps using ArcGIS for project decision-makers • Created technical reports, project summaries, and creative communications to be shared with partners• Completed 12 virtual trainings to hone skills involving Python, ArcGIS, Unix, Git, and Google Earth Engine

San Antonio, Texas Metropolitan Area

Contributing student writer for the official UTSA College of Sciences magazine, The Catalyst. This magazine is published on a semesterly basis to highlight achievements in research, scholarship, and community outreach.• Authored creative content for social media, website, and magazine print • Conducted an interview to gather information for content• Received feedback on writing to edit and review before publication

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

• Participated in introductory training to regulatory science, public policy, and human health risk assessment conducted by various divisions within OCSPP• Completed specialized workshops hosted by EPA professionals aimed at increasing communications and collaboration with federal employees• Completed assigned literature and data collection in support of program-assigned tasks in accordance with agency communication guidelines and expectations• Prepared oral communications to be presented to agency senior management

San Francisco Bay Area

NSF REU program working with Academy scientists to conduct an undergraduate research project investigating plant and bird community changes post-fire in the mixed coniferous forest of the Caples Creek watershed in the Sierra Nevada. My role was mainly field-based, spending 14 days in the El Dorado National forest camping and hiking to each site. My experience also included:• Collected and maintained data for 444 individuals across 99 plant species• Utilized R to analyze and visualize all data • Presented at the 2021 SSI Research Symposium and 'Nightlife' event by CalAcademy• Participated in workshops to improve skills in science communication, popular writing, and knowledge of contemporary scientific issues

San Antonio, Texas, United States

Assisted with research projects relating to microbial ecology in south Texas. Utilized laboratory techniques such as:• Performance of soil DNA extractions• Aided in processing fungal spore traps via vacuum-pump filtration• Maintained acid bath and prepared materials for water chemistry analysis

San Antonio, Texas, United States

I have worked several semesters with the UTSA First-Year Experience, a program that connects freshmen students with upperclassmen who have been trained on university resources. This is a phenomenal program to work with, as it has encouraged my professional development and personal growth during my time with them.

San Antonio, Texas Metropolitan Area

The primary mission for WRR is "To rescue, rehabilitate, and release native wildlife and to provide sanctuary, individualized care, and a voice for other animals in need". As an animal care intern, I assisted in this mission by completing a variety of tasks such as:• Maintained daily medical records and research data for 300+ animals• Provided personalized care to over 25 species, with approximately 70% released to wild habitat• Gained physical experience by cleaning cages and equipment, and assembling animal enrichment activities for a variety of species• Acquired field-based knowledge of Texas wildlife and habitats

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Rangeland, Wildlife & Fisheries Management

Bachelor’S Of Science, Environmental Science, 3.89