Graduate Assistant - FAMU College of Agriculture & Food Science - Tallahassee, FL
(2024-08)
- Quantify the role of insect activity in human decomposition.
- Collaborate with professors to research human decomposition using deer proxies.
- Identify insects at various stages of their life cycle, such as eggs, larva, nymphs, pupa, and adults to conduct research with professors while ultimately pursuing a medical degree specializing in Forensic Pathology.
- Develop an understanding of the collection and preservation of insects as evidence.
Nebraska Summer Research Program - University of Nebraska-Lincoln - Lincoln, NE
(2024-06 - 2024-08)
- Identified novel Germplasms from subset of maize association against Fall armyworm infestations.
- Researched the molecular & biochemical aspects of plant resistance to aphids.
- Conducted lab & field experiments to examine plant-insect interactions.
World Class Scholar Researcher - FAMU Office of Undergraduate Research - Tallahassee, FL
(2022-02 - 2023-08)
- Collaborated with professors regarding topics related to Blow flies and carrion decomposition.
- Identified insects at various stages of their life cycle, such as eggs, larva, nymphs, pupa, and adults to conduct research with professors while ultimately pursuing a medical degree specializing in Forensic Pathology.
- Developed an understanding of the collection and preservation of insects as evidence.
Pathways Intern - Cox Science Center & Aquarium - West Palm Beach, FL
(2023-06 - 2023-08)
- Assisted with the delivery of hands-on STEM education programs, exhibits, and public science demonstrations.
- Assisted staff with camps, workshops, special events, and community outreach initiatives.
Volunteer - Second Harvest of the Big Bend Food Pantry - Tallahassee, FL
(2022-10)
- Sort and pack food for food insecure communities across eleven counties.
- Adhere to safety protocols within the warehouse.
Team Member - Chick-Fil-a - Lake Park, FL
(2021-08 - 2022-06)
- Adherence to health & safety standards for food preparation and cleanliness.
- Provided quality customer service while taking orders, answering questions, and conducting cash/credit transactions at the cash register.
Team Member - Pizza Hut - PBG, FL
(2021-04 - 2021-08)
- Adherence to health & safety standards for food preparation and cleanliness.
- Provided quality customer service while taking orders, answering questions, and conducting cash/credit transactions at the cash register.
- Performed kitchen duties including preparing dough, portioning toppings, and cooking pizzas.
Volunteer - Loxahatchee River Ctr. - Jupiter, FL
(2019-06 - 2022-08)
- Provide care to the aquatic animals/invertebrates at the center including food preparation and habitat cleanliness.
- Conduct touch tank demonstrations and science experiments for patrons of various ages.
- Contribute pre & post support for large scale center events.
