Anna Kessler
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Second-year UCLA student with a strong interest in botany, biodiversity, and plant ecology. Highly motivated and eager to deepen my knowledge through hands-on research and fieldwork. Adaptable and quick to learn, with a genuine passion for contributing to scientific understanding and conservation efforts. Seeking to apply these skills and my enthusiasm for plant science as a volunteer at the UCLA Herbarium.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Native Plant Garden Team Member
Cosumnes River Preserve
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Performed general garden maintenance tasks, such as pruning, deadheading, and weeding to promote native plant growth.
- Implemented strategies aimed at controlling invasive species which threaten natural habitats.
- Answered visitors' inquiries relating to plant identification.
Ecological Restoration Association
UCLA
10.2023 - Current
- Promoted public awareness of environmental conservation through community outreach events and educational programs.
- Participated in events, gaining valuable knowledge on ecological restoration techniques and best practices.
- Properly removed invasive plants to promote a healthy habitat
- Planted native species to restore plots to their natural state
Office Assistant
Cal-Denier Dairy
07.2023 - 09.2024
- Performed general office duties and the processing of paperwork.
- Researched sources of information, collected, and organized data using MS Excel.
- Used Excel to generate reports, charts, and graphs to support operations.
- Managed and organized large volumes of records and files, ensuring accurate and efficient data entry, which honed my attention to detail.
Farm Kid
Bay Meadow Farms
08.2010 - Current
- Grew up working on my family's farm
- Irrigated and managed alfalfa, corn, and grazing fields
- Learned the importance of connections between people and nature
Education
Bachelor of Science - Ecology, Behavior, And Evolution
University of California - Los Angeles
Los Angeles06.2027
Skills
- Self Motivation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Curiosity
- Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Project Planning and Support
- Data Collection
- Maintenance of Native Plant Gardens
- Data Analysis
Accomplishments
- Dean's Honors List
- 3.7 GPA
- Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Undergraduate Association Publicity Chair for 2024-2025
Hobbies
- Backpacking
- Bouldering
- Journaling
Timeline
Native Plant Garden Team Member
Cosumnes River Preserve
07.2024 - 09.2024
Ecological Restoration Association
UCLA
10.2023 - Current
Office Assistant
Cal-Denier Dairy
07.2023 - 09.2024
Farm Kid
Bay Meadow Farms
08.2010 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Ecology, Behavior, And Evolution
University of California - Los Angeles
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