Sarah Wolf Email & Phone Number

Portland, Or, Us

Newport, Oregon, United States

As an Oregon Sea Grant Natural Resource Policy Fellow, I’m working with Surfrider Foundation’s Newport Chapter on a project focused on marine debris from the oyster aquaculture industry in Yaquina Bay. My role involves scoping the problem, identifying solutions, and collaborating with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Corvallis, Oregon Area

Developed and tested the Hypoxic Barrier Hypothesis using experimental mesocosms to investigate theimpact of low oxygen conditions on marine microbial communities and their role in shaping ocean carboncycling dynamics.Co-advisors: Dr. Stephen Giovannoni (Microbiology) and Dr. Francis Chan (Integrative Biology)Courses taught: MB230 Introductory Microbiology LaboratoryMB302 General MicrobiologyMB303 General Microbiology LaboratoryMB420/520 Microbial Genome Evolution and BiodiversityMB436 The Human MicrobiomeMB441/551 Food Microbiology LaboratoryMB491/MB591 Fish Diseases in Conservation Biology and AquacultureBI212P Principles of Biology Laboratory

Oregon, United States

Collaborated with K-12 educators to co-create and deliver innovative lessons introducing students tocutting-edge marine research and climate science.Trained teachers to deliver lessons developed by OSU scientists, piloted lessons in classrooms and after school programs.Published lessons in National Science Teacher Association Journals for nationwide classroom application.

Oregon, United States

Part of the Oregon Marine Scientist and Educator Alliance (ORSEA).ORSEA connects educators and marine researchers around important ocean issues, career-connected learning, and effective science communication practices.I received training in communicating science and shared my research and career stories with teachers and students. I partnered with teachers to develop engaging, contextualized, relevant lessons that meet educational goals. Participated in network development to address important ocean issues, increase science literacy, and help prepare students for the future.

Pasadena, Ca

Collaborated to develop and deploy a mass spectrometry database for expedited identification of environmental bacterial samples within NASA Cleanroom facilities and identified two novel bacterial species, Bacillus glenii and Bacillus saganii

Los Angeles, California

Conducted market research to seek out brands who aligned with a vision of a sustainable product marketplace, managed all communications with suppliers, negotiated and composed contracts, reported directly to CEO and collaborated to develop strategic goals.

Los Angeles, California

During my tenure at CSULA, I held multiple leadership roles focused on promoting student health and wellness. As President of the Student Health Advisory Committee (SHAC), I orchestrated engaging campus activities and partnered with health center staff. Additionally, I served as a Student Representative on the Mind Matters Committee, collaborating with university administrators to enhance mental health initiatives. Furthermore, as a liaison for the Veteran's Resource Center, I advocated for student veterans and organized awareness events. My diverse roles also included programming in the Student Health Center and leading the Dental Health Committee, demonstrating my commitment to fostering a healthy campus environment.

St. Thomas, United States Virgin Islands

Conducted GIS analysis and field sampling in Caribbean watersheds to assess the impact of storm events on coastal water quality, examining the presence of fecal coliforms and evaluating their potential public health implications.

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Microbiology

Activities and Societies: Microbiology Graduate Student Association

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Microbiology With Political Science Minor

Activities and Societies: Student Health Advisory Committee Executive Board, Mind Matters Committee, Member of CSULA American Society.