Isabel Oertel
Marquette,MI
Summary
Passionate and solutions-oriented professional with a minor in Biology and a cluster minor in Earth, Environmental, and Geographical Sciences, specializing in Cultural and Environmental Food Systems. Adept at advocating for environmental justice through sustainable food systems and water resource management. Demonstrated expertise in addressing the intersection of food security, environmental sustainability, and the protection of water resources, with a strong focus on ensuring safe and equitable access to clean water and nutritious food. Committed to leveraging interdisciplinary knowledge and community engagement to drive impactful policy and practices that support environmental and social equity.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Advocacy Intern
Citizens for a Safe and Clean Lake Superior
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Assist in advocacy efforts to promote environmental consciousness and sustainability in the Lake Superior region in Michigan's Upper Peninsula
- Engage with community stakeholders and support educational initiatives.
- Contributed to grant proposals and fundraising efforts, securing necessary resources for program implementation.
- Developed educational materials for distribution at events or online platforms, raising public awareness about critical issues faced by the community.
Undergraduate Research
Northern Michigan University
01.2024 - 05.2025
- Investigated student perceptions of food waste and composting in campus dining facilities
- Developed and administered surveys and focus groups to collect data on student attitudes towards food waste and composting
- Presented research findings at university events, showcasing the value of undergraduate research efforts.
- Presented research findings at academic conferences, increasing visibility of the university''s undergraduate research program.
Pack Shed Intern
Little Parsley Farm
06.2024 - 10.2024
- Supported farm operations by assisting with the packing and distribution of produce
- Contributed to sustainable farming practices and participated in community outreach initiatives
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies And Sustainability
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI05-2025
High School Diploma -
Mattawan High School
Mattawan, MI05-2021
Skills
- BioRender
- Canva
- Qualtrics
- ArcGIS Pro
- Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Project management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Data collection and analysis
- Grant writing
- Environmental Regulations
- Media relations
- Issue advocacy
Coursework
Undergraduate Research Thesis: Students' Thoughts, Perceptions, and Attitudes Towards Food Waste at Northern Michigan University, Conducted a comprehensive study on student awareness and attitudes regarding food waste on campus., Developed and administered surveys and conducted focus groups to gather quantitative and qualitative data., Analyzed data using statistical tools and thematic analysis to identify key insights and trends.
Timeline
Advocacy Intern
Citizens for a Safe and Clean Lake Superior
08.2024 - 05.2025
Pack Shed Intern
Little Parsley Farm
06.2024 - 10.2024
Undergraduate Research
Northern Michigan University
01.2024 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies And Sustainability
Northern Michigan University
High School Diploma -
Mattawan High School
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