Research Experience

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso

·         Developed and conducted study on the correlation of polymorphic traits of Lithrea caustica to the regeneration of native plants in the Laguna Verde micro-watershed of the V Region of Chile, under the direction of Dr. Luisa Ruz, Department of Biology, spring 2004.

-          Used G.P.S. instrument and ArcSoft software.

-          Presented poster to children of the Laguna Verde elementary school.

-          Included in compilation of studies leading to publication.

The University of Iowa

·         Measured and recorded seeds of native Iowa species, Geum canadense and G. laciniatum, for statistical analysis under the direction of Dr. Diana Horton, Department of Biology, spring and summer 2003.

            The University of Wisconsin

·         Conducted research on the sensitivity of Sphaeropsis sapinea to Benomyl fungicide under the direction of Dr. Glen Stanosz, Department of Plant Pathology, 2000 – 2001.

-          Included use of aseptic and fungal research techniques.

-          Presented findings at the Undergraduate Research Scholars Program Symposium.

-          Received greenhouse safety certification.

Education

University of Iowa, Biology Major, Spanish Minor, expected graduation August 2005.

Science Courses:

• Biostatistics
• Calculus I
• Cell Biology Lab
• Cell Biology*
• College Physics I & Lab
• College Physics II & Lab*
• Ecology
• Evolution*
• Field Study: Mediterranean Ecosystem
• Fundamental Genetics
• Organic Chemistry I, II, & Lab
• Plant Biochemistry
• Systematics
• Undergraduate Research

*  courses to be completed.

Technical Experience:

• Statistical Analysis Software (SAS)
• M.S. Access, Excel, and Word
• ArcView Software
• Handheld G.P.S.

Employment Experience

·         Alpha Chi Sigma Building Association House Treasurer, Iowa City, Iowa, 2002-2003.

·         Ramada Inn Banquet Staff, Coralville, Iowa, summer 2002.

·         Undergraduate Research Assistant, University of Wisconsin, Madison, summer 2001.

·         Greenhouse Employee, Dave’s Greenhouse, Atlantic, Iowa, 1999-2000.

·         Telemarketer, Sitel Communications, Atlantic, Iowa, 1998, 1999.

Funding and Scholarship Awards

·         Midwest Aquatic Plant Management Society Scholarship, $750, 2004.

·         “Iowa’s Promise…Our Youth” Grant, $500, 2000.

·         Fudge Scholarship, $600, 2000.

·         Patty Hannon Scholarship for Music Excellence, $250 per year over 4 years, 2000.

·         Atlantic High School Class of 1946 Scholarship, $200, 2000.

Publications 

The Iowa Horticulturist

·         “Daylily Rust in Iowa,” Vol. 19, No. 1, 2002.

·         “Wildflower Demonstration Garden,” Vol. 17, No. 1, 2000.

·         “White Pines in Iowa,” Vol. 15, No. 2, 1999.

·         “Flowering Sidewalk,” back cover drawing, Vol. 13, No. 4, 1998.

Other Publications

·         “Iowa Piccolos 04,” Hawkeye Marching Band Piccolo Section t-shirt design, 2004.

·         “That’s so hot!,” Alpha Chi Sigma t-shirt design, 2003.

·         “Wildflowers,” Iowa State University Extension Sustainable Agriculture online publication, 2000.  http://extension.agron.iastate.edu/sustag/researchedu/extprojects/wildflower.html

Volunteer Experience

Alpha Chi Sigma

·         Tutor at Penn Elementary School, fall 2003.

·         Chemistry tutor at the University of Iowa, fall 2003.

·         Chemistry tutor for Pre-pharmacy Society, fall 2003.

·         Chemistry tutor at the University of Wisconsin, spring 2001.

·         Program guide at Chemistry Scout Day for Boy and Girl Scouts of America, 2002.

·         Analytical chemistry teacher at Chemistry Scout Day for Boy and Girl Scouts of America, 2003.

·         Ferro-fluids demonstrator at University of Wisconsin Engineering Expo, 2001.

Iowa State University Master Gardener

·         Iowa Earth Year 2000 Embassador, 2000.

·         Buena Vista County Diversity Garden implementation, 2000

Blood donor, American Red Cross

Professional Affiliations and Activities

Alpha Chi Sigma Professional Chemistry Fraternity, 2001-present.

·         Master of Ceremonies, fall 2004.

·         Northern District Conclave Planning Committee, 2003-2004.

·         Master Alchemist (president), summer and fall 2003.

·         Events Chair, spring 2003.

·         Housing Improvement Committee, 2002-2003.

·         Chapter and House Treasurer, 2002-2003.

·         Vice Master of Ceremonies, spring 2002.

·         Alpha Theta delegate for National Conclave, 2002.

American Phytopathological Society, 2002-2004.

American Association of University Women Society, 2004-present.

Biology Undergraduate Society “BUGS,” 2003-present.

Master Gardener, Iowa State University Extension, 2000-present.

Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society, 2004-present.

Soil and Water Conservation Society, 2004-present.

Undergraduate Research Scholars, 2000-2001.

Women in Science and Engineering “WISE,” 2000-2001.

Extracurricular Activities

Hawkeye Marching Band, University of Iowa, 2001, 2002, 2004.

·         Capitol One Bowl Appearances, 2005.

·         Orange Bowl Appearances, 2002.

·         Alamo Bowl Appearances, 2001.

I-Club Band, University of Iowa, 2002, 2004.

Rugby Club, University of Iowa, 2001-2002.

RAGBRAI, 1997, 1998, 1999.

Hobbies

·         Gardening: plant propagation, container plants, house plants, aquatic plants, and terrariums.

·         Art: t-shirt design, pastel drawing, and photography.

·         Outdoor Recreation: camping, canoeing, rafting, and hiking.

·         Literature: reading, interpreting and discussion.

·         Writing: essay and creative.

·         Physical fitness: walking, biking, gym workouts, and The Marble Challenge director.

References

Available upon request.