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Chicago, Illinois, United States

Serve as a primary coder of zoning and land use codes from over 3000 jurisdictions nationwide.Analyze and code zoning codes and enter analyses into a data entry system.Compile nationwide secondary data sets and use GIS to link the data for use in analyses.Lead GIS analyses of the nationwide zoning data and link the zoning data to secondary data sources for analyses.Collaborate with Principle Investigator, the Data Manager/Analyst and RAs on analyses using the zoning data and the other nationwide secondary data sets

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Perform Urban Planning-focused research for the Physical Activity Policy Research and Evaluation Network (PAPREN)Document and analyze municipal zoning ordinances, noting physical-activity friendly zoning strategiesCode and score PAPREN-identified elements of zoning laws, including smartcodes, form-based codes, new urbanist zones, design guidelines, or complete streets policies

Chicago, Il

Perform Urban Planning-focused research for the Physical Activity Policy Research and Evaluation Network (PAPREN)Document and analyze municipal zoning ordinances, noting physical-activity friendly zoning strategiesCode and score PAPREN-identified elements of zoning laws, including smartcodes, form-based codes, new urbanist zones, design guidelines, or complete streets policies

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Prepared materials for the Southwest Water Planning Group, including a one-pager and on aquifer depletion and water conservation, newsletter content, Supported the Calumet Stormwater Collaborative by preparing email correspondence, taking notes during monthly meetings, and leading breakout sessions.Contributed to two Drinking Water 1-2-3 Technical Assistance Projects: a Lead Service Line Replacement Plan for Hazel Crest, IL and a Water Audit for Sauk Village, IL. Co-authored a blog post, "Critical Coordination: How Communities are Coming Together for Their Water" for the Metropolitan Planning Council's blog.

Madison, Wi

Managed event planning, fundraising campaigns, and developed outreach strategiesfor non-profit organization focused on environmental advocacy.Provided support to Associate Director and Communications DirectorManaged and created digital and print marketing materials on website, blog posts,and social media

Served as project lead for a 10-week program that utilizes NASA earth observations for applied science researchLed a team of four geospatial analysts: coordinated with project partner organizations, organized and delegated responsibilities, set goals, communicated with DEVELOP staff, and gave professional presentations on behalf of the teamUtilized Python and ArcGIS for satellite data processing and image analysis to create an assessment of the urban heat island effect in Richmond, Virginia

Madison, Wisconsin

• Performed receptionist duties at the UW-Madison study abroad office, including intake of application materials, communication duties, program development & management, and organizational tasks• Advised potential study abroad participants with general questions about studying abroad process, program logistics and comparison, funding, and scholarships• Gave both formal and informal presentations to student groups of varying size

Madison, Wisconsin

• Performed receptionist duties at the UW-Madison study abroad office, including intake of application materials, communication duties, program development & management, and organizational tasks• Advised potential study abroad participants with general questions about studying abroad process, program logistics and comparison, funding, and scholarships• Gave both formal and informal presentations to student groups of varying size

London, United Kingdom

I performed company research, data collection, and organizational office tasks at a food and agriculture think-tank based in London with a focus on sustainability and global involvement. I also assisted with daily management and event planning at Mercato Metropolitano, an urban Italian marketplace with an emphasis on fresh, local, and healthy food that is run by the organization. Lastly, I worked with the Community Manager and Kitchen Manager to engage the residents of the area in healthy eating and sustainability initiatives, as well as providing greater, cheaper access to quality food.

Master'S Degree, City/Urban, Community And Regional Planning

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Geography & Environmental Studies

Activities and Societies: Campus Women's Center, College Democrats, Undergraduate Geography Club, Women in Geography Undergraduate Mentoring