Cristian van Rossen
Mount Arlington
Summary
As a masters student and teaching assistant with a passion for geology and mineralogy, I would welcome the opportunity to participate in keeping alive the rich mining and geologic history at Sterling Hill. I feel strongly that I would bring a fresh set of skills, enthusiasm, and perspective to this organization.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
Montclair State University NJ
09.2024 - Current
Assistant for Earth Science courses including Mineralogy in the Fall of 2024 and presently Physical Geology.
- Currently teaching the lab portion of Physical Geology consisting of 20 students.
- Assists in preparation of labs and grades lab reports.
- Holds weekly office hours for students.
- Assisted on various field trips visiting locations in the Adirondacks, as well as Franklin and Sterling Hill.
Student Volunteer
Montclair State University NJ
09.2024 - Current
Student volunteer at Montclair's Homecoming and Open House events representing the Department of Earth and Environmental Studies.
- Discussed the various programs offered in this discipline at the university and fielded subsequent questions.
- Oversaw interactive river flood display geared toward educating younger students as well.
- Spoke in depth about my undergraduate research which was also displayed.
Education
Master of Science - Earth And Environmental Science
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Earth And Environmental Science
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ08-2024
Skills
- In-depth knowledge of local geology and mining history
- Avid mineral collector focusing on the local area, including the Franklin Mining District
- Very competent teaching all grade levels as well as adults
- Passionate for sharing my enthusiasm for local geology, mineralogy, and mining history
- Experience using SEM-EDS, XRD, and currently learning ICP-MS
- Adept at using rock saws, and other mineral preparation practices
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Montclair State University NJ
09.2024 - Current
Student Volunteer
Montclair State University NJ
09.2024 - Current
Master of Science - Earth And Environmental Science
Montclair State University
Bachelor of Science - Earth And Environmental Science
Montclair State University
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