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EDUCATION
University of Mary Washington (UMW) | Fredericksburg, VA Graduation: May 2025
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science GPA: 3.58
Double Minor: Environmental Sustainability and Urban Studies
Courses: Energy Technology and Resources, Introduction to GIS, Hydrogeology, Pollution Prevention Planning, Ecotoxicology, Climate Change, Sustainable Agriculture, Conserving Nature, Nature of Cities, Urban Planning
Study Abroad, Stellenbosch University | South Africa Spring 2024
HONORS & DISTINCTIONS
Presidential Emerging Leadership Program Inaugural Class 2021-2022
Dean’s List 2021-Present
WORK EXPERIENCE
Fredericksburg Clean and Green Commission | Fredericksburg, VA
Intern July 2024-Present
Attend monthly meetings for the Commission and subcommittees to create and carry out projects for a clean Fredericksburg and maintain social media platforms. Additionally, have completed the 2024 Sustainability Award Write Ups.
University of Mary Washington Earth and Environmental Sciences | UMW
Social Media Manager September 2024-Present
One of two social media managers for the Earth and Environmental Science Instagram page, posting internships, volunteer opportunities, on-campus sustainability events, and recognizing students and their hard work through research, and also posting these items on a bulletin board in the science building.
Lake of the Woods Association | Locust Grove, VA
Water Quality Intern (Promoted to Environmental Resource Manager)
June 2024-August 2024
Assisted in collecting samples testing E. Coli, harmful algae bloom cell counts, and other nutrients; transported samples to the lab; analyzed the test results to update and educate patrons; scheduled consulting meetings and water treatment plans
Friends of the Rappahannock | Culpepper, VA
Upper Rappahannock Environmental Education Assistant June 2023-August 2023
Planned and organized activities at a nature camp and assisted with promoting larger organization to the community
Flipside Farm CSA | Bedminster, NJ
Farm Apprentice (Promoted from Farm Assistant) June 2018-August 2022
Responsible for all aspects of production from planting to growing to selling on an all-organic farm
UMW Campus Recreation Pool
Lifeguard March 2022-December 2023
EXTRACURRICULAR & VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Research Assistant for Department of Earth and Environmental Science | UMW August 2022-Present
- Test degradation rates of biodegradable plastics (PHAs) in varying salinity environments against PLA and conventional plastics. Presented at the 2024 Chesapeake Watershed Forum
- Measure sea level rise on Shark Tooth Island/Hollis Island through GIS mapping
- Collect field samples measuring clarity and turbidity levels in the Rappahannock River
Student Alumni Ambassador | UMW March 2023-Present
- Actively engage in building connections between alumni and students
Presidential Council on Sustainability | UMW August 2023-Present
- Collaborate actively with faculty and staff to encourage sustainable practices on campus such as reduced textile use by offering two clothing swaps, and attend monthly meetings to discuss sustainability goals and plans for campus
SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS
Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Google Drive, Zoom, ArcGIS, Google Earth, and Microsoft Word
LEED Green Associate Certification January 2022-Present
Tree Fredericksburg Tree Steward November 2024-Present
