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Joseph Backus

Brewster,OH

Summary

Enthusiastic college student studying environmental biology with a background in public speaking and a passion to learn, aid, and inform others about the environment we live in. Maintained high academic performance with in depth comprehension on ecological topics/activities.

Work History

Speech Coach

Stow High School Speech and Debate
Stow, OH
10.2025 - Current
  • Organized workshops focusing on effective communication strategies and techniques.
  • Strengthened student public speaking and argumentation capabilities on a variety of subjects including but not limited to the environment.
  • Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.

Tour Guide

Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Mount Vernon, OH
10.2025 - Current
  • Handled visitor inquiries and feedback professionally, contributing to an improved tour experience
  • Trained new hires ensuring they were well-prepared knowledgeable about their assigned tours before leading them independently.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of campus events and attractions while offering intriguing explanations of other campus sights to tour participants.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology (Environmental)

Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Mount Vernon, OH
05-2028

High School Diploma -

Perry High School
Massillon, OH
05-2024

Skills

  • Field research techniques
  • Habitat assessment
  • Public speaking expert
  • Audience engagement
  • Project management

Extracurricular activities

Residential Assistant (RA) - Mount Vernon Nazarene University Residential Life

Oakwood Hall | 2025 - Present

  • Organize and enact monthly events to foster connections and community for 20+ residents in a freshman dorm
  • Mentor and disciple residents of varying backgrounds including but not limited to athletic, academic, and spiritual backgrounds

PB&J Club - Mount Vernon Nazarene University Spiritual Life

Member → Co-Leader | 2024 - Present

  • Create and teach engaging lesson plans about Bible stories for children of lower income backgrounds
  • Offer weekly community service opportunities for students present on the campus of Mount Vernon Nazarene University

High School Speech and Debate Student - National Speech and Debate Association

Member | 2020-2024

  • Performed 100+ distinct professional speeches on varying relevant topics including but not limited to the environment and global policies surrounding it.
  • Learned and can efficiently apply skills for rapid collection and compilation of information from internet databases

Timeline

Speech Coach

Stow High School Speech and Debate
10.2025 - Current

Tour Guide

Mount Vernon Nazarene University
10.2025 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Biology (Environmental)

Mount Vernon Nazarene University

High School Diploma -

Perry High School

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