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Gwendylynn Olivares

Seguin

Summary

Dynamic professional with experience at Texas State University as a Cattle Research Assistant, skilled in collaborative teamwork. Proven ability to enhance productivity through effective problem-solving and time management. Successfully contributed to animal welfare initiatives at the Animal Defense League, demonstrating commitment to impactful results.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Student Cattle Assistant

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
08.2025 - 12.2025
  • Assisted in routine cattle handling, including separating and moving livestock for management procedures.
  • Administered vaccines, participated in pregnancy palpation, and wellness checks to monitor overall herd health.
  • Aided in weaning, tagging, and tattooing spring calves to support herd management.

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
08.2025 - 12.2025
  • Conducted animal welfare monitoring, including trained use of the cattle grimace scale (CGS) to assess pain and stress indicators in cattle.
  • Applied behavioral observation techniques to support livestock health and welfare research.
  • Scored and analyzed multiple cattle images as part of research project on livestock pain and welfare assessment.

Volunteer

Animal Defense League
San Antonio, TX
06.2025 - 08.2025
  • Assisted in animal care within the cattery, including cleaning enclosures, feeding, ensuring proper handling, and enrichment to support feline well-being.
  • Underwent dog handling training, assisted in daily care and socialization of shelter dogs.
  • Supported staff in maintaining a clean, safe, and enriching environment for all animals.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Animal Science

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
12-2026

Skills

  • Livestock handling
  • Animal welfare assessment
  • Cattle Grimace Scale
  • Research collaboration
  • Vaccine administration
  • Animal enrichment

Timeline

Student Cattle Assistant

Texas State University
08.2025 - 12.2025

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Texas State University
08.2025 - 12.2025

Volunteer

Animal Defense League
06.2025 - 08.2025

Bachelor of Science - Animal Science

Texas State University