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CASSIDY BITTENBENDER

Estero,FL

Summary

Motivated, ambitious individual who completed high school with an associates degree and pursued further education at George Mason University. Graduated ahead of schedule, demonstrating a thirst for knowledge and a desire to explore diverse subjects and cultures. Seeking an environmental position to express creativity and make a meaningful contribution to the well-being of individuals and the environment.

Overview

Work History

Conservation, Biodiversity, and Society Program

Smithsonian-Mason School of Conservation
09.2022 - 11.2022
  • Cultivated relationships with professionals within the field through networking, seminars, and visits to work sites.
  • Collaborated on group projects to complete professional deliverables.
  • Conducted academic research on several environmental issues.

Project Leader-Intern

Sustainability Matters
09.2022 - 11.2022
  • Conducted thorough post-project evaluations to identify areas for future improvement.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop, identify, and accomplish assigned goals and objectives.
  • Successfully led multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a focus on priorities, resource allocation, and overall strategic objectives.
  • Planned out and executed 4 projects in 3 months.

Education

B.A. - Environmental & Sustainability Studies, Conservation & Sustainability Concentration

George Mason University | Smithsonian-Mason School of Conservation
Fairfax, VA
12.2022

Associate of Arts -

State College of Florida Collegiate School
Bradenton, FL
05.2020

Skills

  • Field Research Techniques
  • Environmental Assessment
  • Ecological Monitoring and Restoration
  • Climate Change Adaptation
  • Conservation Planning
  • Environmental Education
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Project planning and management
  • Data Collection & Research

Research

  • Conservation Case Study Project: Strategies to address invasive and predatory species that threaten the Great Barrier Reef- Assessed impacts and the effectiveness of current strategies, developed an adaptive management plan, and presented strategies formally before a panel of Smithsonian faculty and guests.
  • Sustainability Transformation Action Research Project: Food Insecurity in the George Mason University Population- Investigated causes of food insecurity, then designed outreach and educational tools for students to utilize and spread awareness.

Timeline

Conservation, Biodiversity, and Society Program

Smithsonian-Mason School of Conservation
09.2022 - 11.2022

Project Leader-Intern

Sustainability Matters
09.2022 - 11.2022

B.A. - Environmental & Sustainability Studies, Conservation & Sustainability Concentration

George Mason University | Smithsonian-Mason School of Conservation

Associate of Arts -

State College of Florida Collegiate School

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