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Dewees Island, Sc

Led educational programs in order to generate a better understanding of the barrier island habitat and conservation with an emphasis on sea turtle conservation.Developed a survey in order to assess population levels within an impoundment.Assisted in the maintenance of an impounded wetland habitat via rice trunk maintenance and weekly water tests.Monitored Diamondback Terrapin nesting, relocating nests if necessary. Provided care for various educational animals and their habitats.

Awendaw, Sc

Conducted early morning beach surveys in order to protect Loggerhead sea turtle nests and assess sea turtle nesting activity.Assisted in the processing of stranded sea turtles at the refuge.Assisted with the management of volunteers.Collected and organized nesting data

Bald Head Island, Nc

Monitoring loggerhead and green sea turtle nesting activity during nightly beach patrolsProcessing of the nesting females including installation of PIT and flipper tags, DNA sample collection, and recording of measurements.Educating the public about sea turtles and conservation via formal education programs and impromptu talks on the beach.Preparation of a research project examining the variation in clutch size in loggerheads.

Marathon, Fl

General care for various tropical fish, sharks, and rays in the lab including food preparation, distribution, and tank careInitiated target training of a young nurse shark in order to maximize feeding efficiency

Edmond, Ok

Assisted students with problem solving techniques in order to facilitate independent learning.Provided feedback using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage, motivate, and build confidence in students.Graded work in a timely manner in order for students to correct mistakes

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Area

Logged approximately 160 hours at a volunteer positionHalf of logged hours were spent in the upper and lower aquatic departments; these departments housed sea lions, seals, and exotic marine and freshwater fish and reptiles.Day-to-day activities included preparing diets, cleaning exhibits, feeding animals, and learning about the animals in various departmentsAssisted other departments such as education, herpetarium, aviary, and horticulture.

Master Of Science (M.S.), Marine Biology

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Biology, General

Activities and Societies: Beta Beta Beta, Women's TennisGraduated May 2014 Salutatorian and summa cum laude with a GPA of 3.999 Eight.