Languages
Master’s of Public Health in Environmental Health Science
Boston University SPH, Boston, MA
Enrolled: Fall 2015
Bachelors of Arts in Environmental Studies and Spanish
Dickinson College, Carlisle, PA
Cumulative GPA: 4.0
Expected Graduation: May 2015
Study Abroad Student
Universidad Nacional de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina Spring 2014
Chemical Flame Retardants & Socioeconomic Status
Environmental Science Department, Dickinson College
​Fall 2014 -Spring 2015
I performed one year of independent research on chemical flame retardants in upholstered, foam-based furniture in order to determine if policy-enacted chemical phase-outs are effective means of reducing consumer exposure equitably.
*This research received departmental honors and a third place award at the Chesapeake Potomac Regional Chapter of the Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry 2015 Spring Meeting.
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Native Language: English
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Written & Spoken Spanish
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​8 years of formal education, 7 months living with a host family abroad and 5 months attending an Argentine university
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Skills
Software:
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Microsoft Office
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Microsoft Access
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SPSS
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GPS Data Collection
Field Work:
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Invasive Plant Identification
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Migratory Bird Identification
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Working knowledge of EPA Surface Water Sampling Protocol
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Programming and Use of a Solar-Powered Highway Sign
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Organic Farming Practices
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Herbicide Application
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Backpack and Motorized Sprayer Application
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Laboratory Experience:
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EPA Recreational Water Quality Criteria
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mTech Plating Method
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Nutrient Analysis via Spectrophotometry: Cadmium Reduction Method
Other:
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Visual Arts
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Watercolor Painting
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Photography
Education, Research & Skills
Formal Education
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