CURRICULUM VITAE
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
- Highly motivated and organized individual with a passion for nature
- Strong background in sustainability and higher education
- Experience in environmental education and business administration
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and Adobe Photoshop
- Fluent French; Canadian and American citizenship
- Understanding of different cultures and regions; Independent while living at home and abroad
EDUCATION
Masters Degree in Environmental Management 2009-2010
University of Stirling, Stirling, Scotland
- Courses included: business law, economics, and environmental policy
- Thesis title: Changing behavior to reduce CO2 emissions of Scottish local authorities
- Research methods included: interviewing, online surveys, and statistically analyzing data
Bachelors Degree in Wildlife Biology 2005-2009
McGill University, St. Anne-de-Bellevue, Quebec
- Graduated with distinction (3.4 GPA)
- Courses included: zoology, botany, fisheries & wildlife management, and conservation law
- Compiled literature reviews and management reports; Presented to peers and professors
- Semester abroad (University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia)
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Adjunct Professor: Global Environmental Earth Science, Champlain College of Vermont 2010 - present
Montreal, Quebec
- Taught a 4 credit science course to students of various majors
- Organized excursions to outdoor sites to supplement learning
- Managed students' semester-long sustainability community service projects
- Designed exams, labs, lectures, and discussion groups
Sustainability Coordinator, Post Graduate Student Society of McGill 2012 - 2014
Montreal, Quebec
- Recruited and organized 40 student volunteers to complete operations assessments
- Used STARS framework to evaluate waste, water, greenhouse gas emissions, food, and social impacts
- Implemented sustainable practices (e.g. gardens, composting, water meter, purchasing policy)
- Integrated operations and building audit into multi-stakeholder 5 year Sustainability Action Plan
- Organized community consultation events for PGSS members
Sustainability Instructor, McGill Post-Graduate Student Society (PGSS) Fall semester 2013
Montreal, Quebec
- Designed and facilitated a sustainability workshop series for graduate students
Temporary Office Coordinator, Sustainable Concordia 2013
Montreal, Quebec
- Managed internal and external communication
- Facilitated non-hierarchical, multi-stakeholder meetings and debriefs
- Organizer of successful student fee-levy campaign (budget increase of $30,000/annum to $100,000/annum)
Sustainable Event Guide Coordinator, Sustainable Concordia 2012
Montreal, Quebec
- Established sustainable event certification system for Hospitality Concordia
- Coordinated completion of Sustainable Event Guide and related events
- Facilitator in non-hierarchical, multi-stakeholder campus campaigns
Animal Care Technician, Ecomuseum 2011
Montreal, Quebec
- Responsible for daily care of birds and mammals, including feeding and cleaning enclosures
- Handled animals and administered medication
Montreal Campus Manager, Champlain College of Vermont 2010-2011
Montreal, Quebec
- Business administrator for international campus; maintained monthly budgets and campus security
- Created professors' contracts, class schedules, and student activities
- Managed social media outlets for campus marketing (photography, Facebook, blog)
- Responsible for 3 day student orientation, including check-in, meals, and entertainment
- Led weekend educational trips to Quebec City and Ottawa
- Supervised Resident Assistants and student bloggers
Conservation Summer Camp Counselor, NY State Department of Environmental Conservation 2009
Warrensburg, New York
- Developed and taught interactive nature programs to 12-17 year olds
- Led interpretive hikes and overnight camping trips
Environmental Educator, Ndakinna Wilderness Preserve 2005
Saratoga Springs, New York
- Taught and supervised 5-8 year olds in an outdoor setting
- Presented interactive talks on mammal tracking, wilderness survival skills, and ecology
INTERNSHIPS AND VOLUNTEER WORK
Co-Organizer for Climate Justice Montreal 2012 - present
Montreal, Quebec
- Volunteer coordinator for community forum with +200 participants from a variety of ages and socio-economic backgrounds
- Coordinate and facilitate meetings, plan events, maintain administration
- Create outreach materials (Tumblr, Rabble article, memes)
- Presented at BC PowerShift panel on Quebec Pipelines; organized workshop on group dynamics
Research Assistant, WWF 2010
Perth, Scotland
- Synthesized literature review about sustainability issues
Bat Survey Assistant, PhD candidate 2010
Stirling, Scotland
- Collected data about presence/absence of common pipistrelles in golf courses
Administrative Assistant, Sierra Club 2010
Montreal, Quebec
- Compiled a database of grants in French and English for environmental projects
Legal Intern, Sierra Club 2009
Albany, New York
- Wrote and distributed memos concerning environmental issues to NY state representatives
- Attended committee meetings and lobby visits with politicians and environmental groups
Research Assistant, McGill Bird Observatory 2009
St. Anne de Bellevue, Quebec
- Conducted bird surveys by sight and sound
- Recorded data for population surveys
- Assisted with mist-next extraction
Assistant Zookeeper, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary 2008
Brisbane, Australia
- Cleaned bird and marsupial enclosures
- Prepared food and vitamin supplements for animals
Museum Technician, Queensland Museum 2008
Brisbane, Australia
- Cleaned and prepared bird and mammal study skins
Founder, Saratoga County Community Green 2007
Clifton Park, New York
- Founded a university student run environmental organization
- Organized weekly meetings and events focused on sustainability
TRAINING
- Completed a 72 hour Permaculture Design Certification course
- Chosen for week-long training session with Greenpeace, focused on sustainable university campaigns and political lobbying
- Certified in mammal tracking
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
- Member of Clifton Park, N.Y. Town GREEN Board 2007-2011
- Former Gorilla Composting Member at Macdonald Campus, McGill University 2006-2010
REFERENCES
Available upon request
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
- Highly motivated and organized individual with a passion for nature
- Strong background in sustainability and higher education
- Experience in environmental education and business administration
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and Adobe Photoshop
- Fluent French; Canadian and American citizenship
- Understanding of different cultures and regions; Independent while living at home and abroad
EDUCATION
Masters Degree in Environmental Management 2009-2010
University of Stirling, Stirling, Scotland
- Courses included: business law, economics, and environmental policy
- Thesis title: Changing behavior to reduce CO2 emissions of Scottish local authorities
- Research methods included: interviewing, online surveys, and statistically analyzing data
Bachelors Degree in Wildlife Biology 2005-2009
McGill University, St. Anne-de-Bellevue, Quebec
- Graduated with distinction (3.4 GPA)
- Courses included: zoology, botany, fisheries & wildlife management, and conservation law
- Compiled literature reviews and management reports; Presented to peers and professors
- Semester abroad (University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia)
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Adjunct Professor: Global Environmental Earth Science, Champlain College of Vermont 2010 - present
Montreal, Quebec
- Taught a 4 credit science course to students of various majors
- Organized excursions to outdoor sites to supplement learning
- Managed students' semester-long sustainability community service projects
- Designed exams, labs, lectures, and discussion groups
Sustainability Coordinator, Post Graduate Student Society of McGill 2012 - 2014
Montreal, Quebec
- Recruited and organized 40 student volunteers to complete operations assessments
- Used STARS framework to evaluate waste, water, greenhouse gas emissions, food, and social impacts
- Implemented sustainable practices (e.g. gardens, composting, water meter, purchasing policy)
- Integrated operations and building audit into multi-stakeholder 5 year Sustainability Action Plan
- Organized community consultation events for PGSS members
Sustainability Instructor, McGill Post-Graduate Student Society (PGSS) Fall semester 2013
Montreal, Quebec
- Designed and facilitated a sustainability workshop series for graduate students
Temporary Office Coordinator, Sustainable Concordia 2013
Montreal, Quebec
- Managed internal and external communication
- Facilitated non-hierarchical, multi-stakeholder meetings and debriefs
- Organizer of successful student fee-levy campaign (budget increase of $30,000/annum to $100,000/annum)
Sustainable Event Guide Coordinator, Sustainable Concordia 2012
Montreal, Quebec
- Established sustainable event certification system for Hospitality Concordia
- Coordinated completion of Sustainable Event Guide and related events
- Facilitator in non-hierarchical, multi-stakeholder campus campaigns
Animal Care Technician, Ecomuseum 2011
Montreal, Quebec
- Responsible for daily care of birds and mammals, including feeding and cleaning enclosures
- Handled animals and administered medication
Montreal Campus Manager, Champlain College of Vermont 2010-2011
Montreal, Quebec
- Business administrator for international campus; maintained monthly budgets and campus security
- Created professors' contracts, class schedules, and student activities
- Managed social media outlets for campus marketing (photography, Facebook, blog)
- Responsible for 3 day student orientation, including check-in, meals, and entertainment
- Led weekend educational trips to Quebec City and Ottawa
- Supervised Resident Assistants and student bloggers
Conservation Summer Camp Counselor, NY State Department of Environmental Conservation 2009
Warrensburg, New York
- Developed and taught interactive nature programs to 12-17 year olds
- Led interpretive hikes and overnight camping trips
Environmental Educator, Ndakinna Wilderness Preserve 2005
Saratoga Springs, New York
- Taught and supervised 5-8 year olds in an outdoor setting
- Presented interactive talks on mammal tracking, wilderness survival skills, and ecology
INTERNSHIPS AND VOLUNTEER WORK
Co-Organizer for Climate Justice Montreal 2012 - present
Montreal, Quebec
- Volunteer coordinator for community forum with +200 participants from a variety of ages and socio-economic backgrounds
- Coordinate and facilitate meetings, plan events, maintain administration
- Create outreach materials (Tumblr, Rabble article, memes)
- Presented at BC PowerShift panel on Quebec Pipelines; organized workshop on group dynamics
Research Assistant, WWF 2010
Perth, Scotland
- Synthesized literature review about sustainability issues
Bat Survey Assistant, PhD candidate 2010
Stirling, Scotland
- Collected data about presence/absence of common pipistrelles in golf courses
Administrative Assistant, Sierra Club 2010
Montreal, Quebec
- Compiled a database of grants in French and English for environmental projects
Legal Intern, Sierra Club 2009
Albany, New York
- Wrote and distributed memos concerning environmental issues to NY state representatives
- Attended committee meetings and lobby visits with politicians and environmental groups
Research Assistant, McGill Bird Observatory 2009
St. Anne de Bellevue, Quebec
- Conducted bird surveys by sight and sound
- Recorded data for population surveys
- Assisted with mist-next extraction
Assistant Zookeeper, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary 2008
Brisbane, Australia
- Cleaned bird and marsupial enclosures
- Prepared food and vitamin supplements for animals
Museum Technician, Queensland Museum 2008
Brisbane, Australia
- Cleaned and prepared bird and mammal study skins
Founder, Saratoga County Community Green 2007
Clifton Park, New York
- Founded a university student run environmental organization
- Organized weekly meetings and events focused on sustainability
TRAINING
- Completed a 72 hour Permaculture Design Certification course
- Chosen for week-long training session with Greenpeace, focused on sustainable university campaigns and political lobbying
- Certified in mammal tracking
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
- Member of Clifton Park, N.Y. Town GREEN Board 2007-2011
- Former Gorilla Composting Member at Macdonald Campus, McGill University 2006-2010
REFERENCES
Available upon request
