Destiny Anderson
Tallahassee,FL
Summary
Highly motivated environmental science graduate student with over five years of experience in research, support, mentorship, and scholarship. Skilled in developing and conducting field and laboratory tests, with extensive knowledge of marine animals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sea Turtle Patrol
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserves
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Walk sections of the beach to conduct morning nest surveys
- Distinguish sea turtle crawls and whether or not the female nested
- Locate, mark, and screen egg clutches
- Record relevant data
- Conduct nest evaluations and record disorientation data
- Assist with adopt-a-nest program logistics
- Assist volunteers as needed
- Assist with research project logistics
- Maintain nesting equipment
- Assist with weekly (June - August) 'Turtle Talk' presentation for visitors at the ANERR Nature Center, along with other public outreach
- Enter and QA/QC data
- Assist ANERR staff with activities.
Intern
Gulf of Mexico Alliance
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Conduct research on environmental and coastal issues in the Gulf of Mexico region
- Assist in the management and implementation of various projects related to environmental conservation, coastal resilience, and ecosystem health
- Interact with a diverse group of stakeholders, including government agencies, non-profit organizations, and community groups.
Research Assistant
FAMU School of the Environment
08.2019 - Current
- Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations
- Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests
- Performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis
- Ran PCR and DNA analysis
- Provide accurate research and background info for chief investigators
- Prepare plate media, using streaking techniques, and growing specimens
- Generated data models and performed analysis to produce reports outlining results
- Maintained and calibrated various types of lab equipment.
Cohort II Scholar
NOAA CCME
07.2023 - Current
- Collaborate with NOAA scientists, fellow students, and external partners to advance research goals and contribute to the broader scientific community
- Actively engage in learning opportunities, training, and professional development
- Participate in fieldwork, conduct field experiments, and collect data in various environmental settings.
Miss School of the Environment
FAMU School of the Environment
10.2023 - Current
- Miss SOE is a representative of the School of the Environment to the wider university community
- This includes participating in various school and university events, ceremonies, and activities
- Advocating for environmental awareness, sustainability, and related issues within and outside the school
- Fostering unity and collaboration among students, faculty, and staff within the School of the Environment
- Planning and organizing school events, such as workshops, seminars, and environmental initiatives, to engage and educate the school community
- Engaging with the local community and environmental organizations to expand the school's reach and impact
- Providing guidance and support for incoming freshmen to help them transition smoothly into the School of the Environment and feel welcome within the community.
President
Graduate Student Association
09.2023 - Current
- Work closely with the President to assist in the implementation and execution of all programs and directives established by the Executive Cabinet
- Work closely with the Vice President of Student Engagement to assist in the planning and implementation of all Executive Cabinet sponsored programs, services, and social events
- Work closely with the Vice President of Finance to assist in monitoring and tracking the spending of all funds of the association
- Coordinate and foster relations with the Department of Graduate Affairs, Graduate Senators, Graduate Class President and Vice President, and various organizations and offices of the university community.
Mentor
Gulf Scholars Program
08.2023 - Current
- Overseeing the development and improvement of the Gulf Scholars Program, including designing orientation activities, cultural exchange initiatives, and academic support services.
Assistant Coordinator
Students Win Again
09.2022 - Current
- Assists in management of facility and operations
- Arranged daily activities, outings, and events for participants
- Facilitated intensive study skills classes
- Conducted remediation courses for students with issues with retaining information regarding STEM
- Conducted science experiments in various avenues of science (physics, earth, life, etc.).
Research Lab Mentor
Florida A&M University
08.2022 - Current
- Develop relationships with new student members, and assist them in their career development
- Provide lab techniques training.
Mentor
Program of Excellence in STEM Mentor
08.2022 - Current
- Assist in environmental science related activity
- Motivate students in underrepresented areas of environmental science
- Expose students to various avenues in the environmental science niche.
Ambassador
Gulf Scholars Program
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Participate in academic experiences focused on the program's core areas: community health and resilience, environmental protection and stewardship, and offshore energy safety
- Participate in summer research and creative projects focused on supporting people, ecosystems and industries in and around the Gulf of Mexico
- Work collaboratively across disciplines, cultures, and communities using an asset-based community development approach
- Apply social responsibility and ethical reasoning to problem solving.
Student Success Mentor
FAMU Housing Department
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Helped students with initial adjustment to university academic life and interpreted institutions policies and requirements
- Answered student inquiries and resolved problems related to curriculum and course prerequisites
- Educated students on course selection to align with career goals
- Encouraged community atmosphere by implementing educational and social programs
- Coached students on useful life and personal care skills
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
LEAP Conference Delegate
FAMU Housing Department
02.2023 - 02.2023
- Showed spirit throughout the conference by being open and friendly to all
- Stepped outside of comfort zones and made connections with individuals at other institutions, those that are different in positions, and learned across differences
- Participated in philanthropy at the Second Harvest of the Big Bend.
Business Administrator
Blue Baby Logistics
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Reduced errors in accounting and financial reporting by modifying current processes
- Processed employee expense reports quickly to prevent delays in payouts
- Developed monthly reports
- Fostered strong rapport with clients, vendors and stakeholders through consistent follow-up and communication
- Anticipated and prepared required materials for meetings
- Monitored executive and site schedules to coordinate meetings and corporate events.
Desk Assistant
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Demonstrated great service at the front desk of the residential facilities
- Completed any necessary administrative tasks
- Provided assistance to residential staff.
Insurance Agent
Family First Life
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Determined client needs and financial situations by listening and scheduling fact-finding appointments
- Explained advantages, features and disadvantages of various policies to promote sale of plans, boosting overall sales
- Maintained high standards of customer service by building relationships with clients
- Obtained underwriting approval by completing application for coverage
- Finalized sales and collected necessary deposits.
Office Secretary
FAMU Budget Office
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Maintained inventory
- Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying and distributing mail
- Answered phone calls
- Processed budget amendments
- Welcomed and greeted all visitors
- Exhibited a high degree of discretion
- Assisted with budget preparations
- Conducted bookkeeping and accounting
- Prepared research reports for new budget models.
Education
PhD in Environmental Science (Student) - Environmental Science
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Tallahassee, Florida05.2023
Minor - African American Studies
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Tallahassee, Florida05.2023
Skills
- Laboratory experience
- PCR
- DNA Extraction
- Data collection
- Microsoft word
- Microsoft outlook
- Administrative experience
- Communication skills
- Event Planning
- Conflict Resolution
- Meeting Planning
- Meeting Facilitation
- Leadership
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Team building
- Project Management
Accomplishments
ABCRMS Research Presenter (2022)
School of the Environment Student of the Year (2020)
Gulf Scholar (2022)
Gulf of Mexico Alliance Scholar (2023)
FAMU Research Forum First Place Undergraduate Winner (2022), Miss School of the Environment (2023)
Campusinvolvement
- FAMU Environmental Sciences LLC (2019-2020)
- FAMU SoE Lab Assistant (2019-Current)
- Beta Nu Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Pageant Contestant (2019)
- FAMU Green Coalition Member (2019)
- FAMU EnergyWaterFoodNexus (2019-2022)
- FAMU SoE Spotlight Student (2020)
- FAMU Housing LLC Student Success Mentor (2021-Current)
- School of the Environment Laboratory Mentor (2022-Current)
- ReThink Energy (2022)
- PE-STEM (Program of Excellence in STEM) Mentor (2022-Current)
- FAMU Research Forum 1st Place Undergraduate Life Sciences Winner (2022)
- FAMU Student PIRG Vice President- (2022-Current)
- Sustainability Club Member (2022-Current)
- Rally 4 Tally (2023)
- NOAA CCME Research Trip (2023)
- Miss FAMU School of the Environment (2023-Current)
Pronouns
She/Her/Ella
Awards
- ABCRMS Research Presenter (2022)
- SOE Student of the Year (2020)
- Gulf Scholar (2022)
- 2017-2019 Bethlehem Youth of the Year
- 2019 South Conference YPD'er of the Year
- Gulf of Mexico Alliance Scholar (2023)
- FAMU Research Forum First Place Undergraduate Winner (2022)
- Miss School of the Environment
Volunteer Experience
- Alpha Phi Alpha Feed the Homeless (2019)
- Alpha Phi Alpha Street Cleanup (2019)
- Autism Awareness (2019-2020)
- FAMU Green Coalition Park Clean-Up (2020)
- Cairo Relay for Life (2021)
- Jackie Robinson Boys and Girls Club 5k Walk/Run (2017-2021)
- Rhythm of Heart Dance Studio Summer Program (2019-2021)
- Earth Day Committee (2022)
- STEM DAY (2022)
- NAACP Founder Day Cleanup (2022)
- FAMU DRS Field Day (2022)
- Annual Gulf Beach Clean-Up (2022)
- Boston Tutoring Program (2022-Current)
- Hunger and Homelessness Food Drive (2023)
- Oceans Day (2024)
Timeline
Miss School of the Environment
FAMU School of the Environment
10.2023 - Current
President
Graduate Student Association
09.2023 - Current
Mentor
Gulf Scholars Program
08.2023 - Current
Cohort II Scholar
NOAA CCME
07.2023 - Current
Sea Turtle Patrol
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserves
05.2023 - 08.2023
Intern
Gulf of Mexico Alliance
05.2023 - 08.2023
LEAP Conference Delegate
FAMU Housing Department
02.2023 - 02.2023
Assistant Coordinator
Students Win Again
09.2022 - Current
Research Lab Mentor
Florida A&M University
08.2022 - Current
Mentor
Program of Excellence in STEM Mentor
08.2022 - Current
Desk Assistant
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
05.2022 - 08.2022
Ambassador
Gulf Scholars Program
01.2022 - 05.2023
Business Administrator
Blue Baby Logistics
01.2022 - 02.2023
Insurance Agent
Family First Life
12.2021 - 04.2022
Student Success Mentor
FAMU Housing Department
08.2021 - 05.2023
Office Secretary
FAMU Budget Office
01.2020 - 05.2020
Research Assistant
FAMU School of the Environment
08.2019 - Current
PhD in Environmental Science (Student) - Environmental Science
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Minor - African American Studies
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
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