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Texas, United States

Undertaking field investigations e.g. pedestrian survey, shovel test survey. Identifying, examining, and documenting unanticipated discoveries in consultation with Senior-level Archaeologist. Recording historic and prehistoric cultural resource sites, artifacts, and features. Reading and understanding topographic and aerial maps. Using Global Positioning System (GPS)-locating equipment, as well as traditional orienteeringequipment (i.e., compass). Producing, compiling, and maintaining electronic databasetypes of records. Contributing to the preparation of thorough, accurate, high-quality technicalreports, memos, and/or other deliverables.

Sandy, Oregon, United States

Conduct archaeological survey and monitoring of post-wildfire affected areas on federal lands as part of the Heritage Field Crew based out of the Mt. Hood National Forest Supervisor's Office. Take field notes and maintain digital backups. Utilize Fieldmaps and Avenza to collect field data. Take photos. Submit archaeological initial site record and isolate forms. Conduct monthly vehicle inspections, upkeep maintenance, and fill out 808 forms. Operate 4x4 vehicles safely.

Portland, Oregon

Perform archaeological survey, shovel tests/probes, take photographs, and maintain a photo log in High Probability Areas for utilities/transmissions/solar projects Complete tasks in a timely fashion; coordinate with project managers regarding project requirements and expectationsWalk long distances and perform physically demanding tasks in varying environments and conditions (i.e., steep terrain, heat, cold, etc.)

Grand Ronde, Oregon, United States

Nessebar, Burgas, Bulgaria

Underwater Archaeology in the Black Sea (UWA.EXC.23; Historical periods: Classical Greek, Hellenistic and Early Byzantium)70 hours of fieldwork including keeping field journal on a daily basis, underwater diving survey, underwater excavation, taking photographs, geophysical survey during the archaeological survey of the aquatory of Nessebar, ancient Mesambria, Bulgaria 30 hours of photogrammetry workshop data processing 30 hours of lectures and instruction Visits to the following sites and museums: old town quarter of Nessebar (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Archaeological Museum of Nessebar, the old town quarter of Sozopol, Museum of the Anchor in Ahtpoñ

Detroit, Oregon, United States

Assist District Archaeologist in surveying and monitoring cultural and historical sites, features, and artifact isolates on Forest Service lands. Identify and record precontact obsidian and CCS lithics. Maintain field notes while conducting pedestrian survey and use Geode with Bluetooth connectivity, tablets, and ESRI GIS and Avenza softwares. Assist HistoriCorps with historical building maintenance/reconstruction at Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Longbow historical site in collaboration with neighboring Sweet Home Ranger District Heritage team. Organize and sort initial cultural and subsequent monitoring site forms, reports, and artifact isolate forms for digital preservation. Acquire Wildland Firefighting S-212 Chainsaw A Bucker & Feller certification and safely clear roadways of smaller downed trees. Maintain fleets vehicles in good working order and maintain 808 Forms accurately.

Corvallis, Oregon, United States

Cannon Beach, Or

Provide friendly and fast service while being attentive to a variety of people from wide ranging backgrounds while accurately take customers’ orders using Point of Service Lavu system. Communicate with kitchen staff about customers’ food allergies and specific preferences. Demonstrate thorough knowledge of menu offerings, answering guests’ questions and making recommendations when requested. Consistently following safety procedures, proper food handling, state liquor laws, and company policy. Employ suggestive up-selling of drinks, appetizers, and desserts to increase guest check averages. Follow and enforce increased sanitation and other methods to increase safety for guests during the covid pandemic (June 2020 - September 2020).

Cannon Beach, Or

Welcome and engage customers in a professional and courteous manner. Utilized Lavu software under pressure to to complete check out of 350+ dining tickets during peak days of summer season & place and deliver to-go orders. Provided tourist information regarding local stores, hiking spots, and things to do on the coast. Train new employees & assist managers on operating cash register and using Lavu software to reconcile check balances. Maintain neat & attractive appearance of gift shop and answer questions about apparel and other products in stock.

Corvallis, Oregon Area

Sharpen public speaking skills by attending practices ~40 per term working on debating and impromptu speaking, receiving and giving feedback on how to improve. Compete in speech tournaments on the weekends (~8-20 hours depending on size of tournament) in the Pacific Northwest region. Season lasts the fall and winter terms.

Grand Ronde, Or

Learning how to survey, map, excavate, and analyze belongings with a focus on historical, community-based participatory research based, indigenous, and de-colonizing archaeologies. Learn about and assist the Historic Preservation Office of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde. Work with Field Genius and the Sokkia TotalStation, ArcGIS software and Trimble using ArcPads, and Ground Penetrating Radar. Contributor to peer reviewed blog on public archaeology (https://blogs.uw.edu/gonzalsa/ ).

Corvallis, Oregon

Assist the Resident Director (RD) in maintaining a welcoming, positive residence hall community engaging 37 residents in conversations about social justice, personal development, and events on campus. Enforce University Housing and Dining Services policies. Plan floor events and collaborated with fellow RAs & RD on hall events.

Oregon State University

Employed through the federal work-study program. Create 17 presentations and led weekly meetings to advance the professional development of fellow project interns and other students of EOP. Collaborate with supervisor by receiving and using feedback to tailor presentations specifically for the interns’ various needs and interests.

Albany, Oregon

Employed through the federal work-study program, read with and coordinated book giveaways for 14 kids in the preschool program, each of them receiving 12 books to take home.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, History

Activities and Societies: Forensics (Speech & Debate) Team, History Students Association, Anthropology ClubGPA: 3.55

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Anthropology, Concentration In Archaeology

GPA: 3.4

General Studies, Dual Enrollment

General Studies, High School Dual Enrollment Student