Fiona McCormick
Berkeley,CA
Summary
Junior at UC Berkeley specializing in Environmental Economics & Policy, with expertise in outdoor leadership and environmental stewardship. Experience includes trail building and group leadership through AmeriCorps NCCC, and social work and community advocacy through the Student Advocate's Office. Committed to promoting sustainable recreation and inclusive outdoor spaces. Eager to further develop skills in public lands management and environmental advocacy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Academic Caseworker
Student Advocate's Office
Berkeley, CA
09.2024 - Current
- Advocated for clients' rights and access to resources, facilitating connections to support services at UC Berkeley
- Mediated disputes between students and professors on academic issues, fostering resolution in grade disputes and discrimination claims
Student Sustainable Food Coordinator
UCSC Sustainability Office
Santa Cruz, USA
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with dining halls to research UCSC's food carbon footprint, supporting efforts to achieve 2030 sustainability goals
- Developed a manual on food systems and sustainable food certifications for UCSC dining, serving as a resource for future SSFCs
Vehicle, Safety and Tools Coordinator
AmeriCorps NCCC
Aurora, USA
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Instructed corps members on proper safety techniques and procedures surrounding power tools including chainsaws
- Oversaw the safety of nine Corps members in both personal and workplace settings
- Collaborated with project sponsors to ensure adherence to appropriate certification and protocols
Corps Member
AmeriCorps NCCC
Aurora, USA
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Performed off-season camp maintenance activities at YMCA and 4-H summer camps, such as painting cabins, building an archery range and a gaga ball pit 4-H Center in Junction City, KS
- Mentored and tutored 30 children at a reduced-cost summer camp while working for Green River PACT in Green River, UT, helping brainstorm educational and recreational activities for the campers
- Built a park in Green River, UT with input from the community
- Built trails at YMCA camps Roger and Mill Hollow
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Economics & Policy
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA06.2026
Skills
- Team work
- Data analysis
- Sustainability practices
- Conflict resolution
- Client advocacy
- Chainsaw certified
Accomplishments
Congressional Award Bronze Medal
Timeline
Academic Caseworker
Student Advocate's Office
09.2024 - Current
Student Sustainable Food Coordinator
UCSC Sustainability Office
01.2024 - 06.2024
Vehicle, Safety and Tools Coordinator
AmeriCorps NCCC
01.2022 - 08.2022
Corps Member
AmeriCorps NCCC
11.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Economics & Policy
University of California, Berkeley