SAMUEL AOGO
Springfield,MO
Summary
A data-driven environmental scientist with expertise in GIS, fluvial geomorphology, and environmental geochemistry. I have a keen eye for detail, dedication to continuous learning, and unwavering commitment to solving environmental problems. I am legally authorized to work permanently in the US, ready to contribute without sponsorship hurdles.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Department of Geography, Geology and Planning Missouri State University
08.2022 - Current
- Kept accurate records of student performance to track student progress and provide feedback on performance.
- Mentored new graduate teaching assistants, providing guidance on best practices and classroom management strategies.
Graduate Research Assistant
Ozark Environmental and Water Resources Institute (OEWRI)
08.2022 - Current
- Conducted 98,520 sinkhole mapping using ArcGIS and ArcMap in Cedar, Salem, Potosi, and Rolla, all in Missouri State.
- Detailed use of LiDAR for landuse study of Elm creek
- Carried out environmental assessment investigations in Picher Field, Oklahoma (Superfund Site).
- Field assessment of channel form and wetlands monitoring in Big Barren Creek, Missouri.
Education
Certificate in Geographic Information System -
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO05.2024
Master of Science in Geography -
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO05.2024
Bachelor of Technology in Applied Geology -
Federal University of Technology Akure
Nigeria01.2019
Skills
- Environmental field investigations and remediation
- Watershed monitoring and geochemical/XRF analysis
- ArcGIS
- ArcScene
- Metashape
- Remote sensing tools
- SPSS
- Microsoft Office suite
- Adobe Photoshop
- Corel Draw
- Technical writing
- Communication
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
Conference Presentations
Spatial distribution of mining-related metals in channel and floodplain deposits in Elm Creek, Picher Field, Oklahoma:
- Einhellig Interdisciplinary Forum, 04/29/2023, Missouri State University
- (AAG) Conference, 03/23/2023 - 03/27/2023, Denver, Colorado State
- Missouri Natural Resource Conference (MNRC), 02/07/2023 - 02/09/2023, Missouri State
Professional Associations
- American Association of Geographers, 12/2022, Present
- Nigerian Mining and Geosciences Society, 01/2016, Present
Volunteer Associations
- Humanitarian Volunteer (Convoy of Hope)
- Humanitarian Volunteer (The bungalow: adult people hom
- STEM Program Awareness (Impact Fellowship at Missouri State University)
- Tour of the Globe Planning Committee (Missouri State University International Office)
- Volunteer (Ozarks Gem and Mineral Show)
Honors And Awards
- Milton D. Rafferty Scholarship Fund - 2023
- College of Natural and Applied Sciences Graduate Student Travel Fund - 2023
- College of Natural and Applied Sciences Graduate Student Research Fund - 2023
- Missouri State University Graduate Teaching Assistantship - 2022
Leadership Experience
- Technical Director, 01/2023, Present, Impact Fellowship (Missouri State University)
- Field Manager, 10/2021, 07/2022, Matrix Fertilizer Ltd (Dolomite mine site)
- General Secretary, 03/2017, 05/2018, Nigerian Mining and Geosciences Society, FUTA Student Chapter
- Independent field work coordinator, 12/2017, 01/2018, 25 days Undergraduate Geological field mapping
Timeline
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Department of Geography, Geology and Planning Missouri State University
08.2022 - Current
Graduate Research Assistant
Ozark Environmental and Water Resources Institute (OEWRI)
08.2022 - Current
Certificate in Geographic Information System -
Missouri State University
Master of Science in Geography -
Missouri State University
Bachelor of Technology in Applied Geology -
Federal University of Technology Akure
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