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About Me

• Adventurer, Biologist, Artist, Dreamer
• Motivated to promote global awareness, cultural sensitivity, and social justice
• Exceptional ability to adapt to new situations and thrive in unfamiliar settings
• Skilled at communicating ideas clearly and effectively, learning new concepts quickly, working well under pressure
• Creative, positive, and enthusiastic

Work History

Freelance journalist
March 2009 to October 2009
• Created videos about people and experiences while traveling through Africa
• Maintained travel blog, which is featured on LonelyPlanet.com
• Experienced a variety of cultures, and developed excellent travel skills

Peace Corps
Environmental education volunteer
Febuary 2008 to March 2009
• Organized activities for the education and empowerment of women and children in Madagascar
• Functioned as part of an international, multi-cultural team with the goals of sustainable development, environmental education, and conservation
• Created multimedia educational materials and promotional videos in French and Malagasy
• Developed cultural sensitivity and ability to communicate across language barriers
• Improved goal-setting and self-motivation skills

Northern Arizona University
Graduate assistant
August 2004 to July 2007
• Created and presented multimedia lectures on a variety of advanced Biology topics
• Maintained proper living environment for research animals, monitored animal health, and followed strict IACUC protocol
• Performed complex research studies while recording detailed measurements and observations

Safari Jeep Tours
Jeep tour guide
May 2005 to November 2006
• Provided guests with a fun, exciting Jeep experience, while ensuring their safety
• Learned extensive knowledge about the flora, fauna, culture, and history of Arizona, especially Sedona
• Developed exceptional 4X4 driving skills over extremely rough terrain
• Promoted tours through entertaining and interactive presentations at resorts

Timber Trails
Backcountry guide
May 2005 to October 2005
• Provided a safe, fun, and meaningful outdoor adventure experience for at-risk youth
• Organized team building and therapeutic activities for the personal growth of program participants

San Diego Zoo's Wild Animal Park
Walking tour guide
March 2004 to July 2004
• Facilitated an exciting behind-the-scenes, up-close animal experience with the animals, while providing information about their behavior, natural history, and conservation

Banfield Pet Hospital
Veterinary technician
August 2002 to November 2003
• Examined patients and educated owners about pet care
• Conducted lab tests and detailed medical procedures
• Maintained thorough medical records

Museum of Science & Industry
Program facilitator
June 1999 to June 2002
• Taught a variety of fun, hands-on science programs
• Lead exciting outdoor adventures, such as hiking, snorkeling, kayaking, and fishing
• Supervised educational programs involving large school groups and many volunteers

• Guided eco-adventure programs
• Lead Facilitator of Camp-in programs, which involved supervising 10 employees and volunteers, and groups of over 100 students