Lucinda Goyne
Blacksburg,VA
Summary
Dedicated college student with a passion for learning and commitment to academic excellence. Proficient in time management, collaboration, and problem-solving. Thrives in dynamic academic environments and eager to contribute skills and enthusiasm to diverse projects and opportunities. I plan to continue onto vet school to peruse a doctorate in Veterinary Medicine with an emphasis on camelids.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Virginia Tech Student
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA
08.2023 - Current
- Animal and Poultry Science major, Leadership and Social change minor. As an animal science student the classes that I am taking are preparing me for a job in this industry and to help me reach my goal of going to be a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine.
- I possess expertise in handling large animals like alpacas and equines which equips me well for the advanced course's in animals science that I am planning to take at Virginia Tech
- Participated in a variety of campus events, such as career fairs, lectures, and workshops.
- Maintained consistent attendance, achieving a perfect record for multiple semesters.
- Received the honor of making it onto the deans list for the Fall semester of 2023 and the spring semester of 2024
Poultry Club member
Virginia Tech Poultry Club
Blacksburg, VA
08.2023 - Current
- Participated in a number of different types of events related to poultry such as their uses and management practices and attended many fun and seasonal events.
4-H Club member
Virginia Tech Colligate 4-H Club
Blacksburg, VA
08.2023 - Current
- Joined and participated in a number of 4-H held events during the school year
- Participated in our groups herb garden growing secession to help facilitate less waste production and spread knowledge about the uses of plants
Alpaca show volunteer
Popular Hills Alpaca show volunteer
Blacksburg, VA
01.2021 - Current
- Assisted at alpaca shows within the state of Virginia as well as in North Carolina
- Volunteer responsibilities include assisting participants at the show ring, handing out ribbons, taking notes for the judge, sorting ribbons, recording the scores of the individuals and helping the judge with the animals
Lead Barn Manager
Poplar Hill Alpacas and Studio
Blacksburg, VA
01.2020 - Current
- Responsible for the health, sanitation, and maintenance of each member of the 55 head of alpacas currently housed on the farm
- Involved with the collection, processing and production of fiber, as well as the creation of product's sold in and out of the state of Virginia
- Responsible for helping to sort, package and ship fiber as part of one of Virginia's alpaca fiber collection stations.
- Instructed staff on methods of cleaning stalls efficiently while maintaining animal welfare standards.
- Ensured that all barn personnel followed safety protocols when working with Alpacas.
- Provided training to new staff on proper handling techniques and safety procedures for camelid care.
- Inspected water troughs weekly to identify and repair leaks as well as to administer proper cleaning if needed.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
Student Orientation Leader
New Student And Family Programs
Blacksburg, VA
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Delivered presentations on topics such as time management, study skills, and campus safety.
- Cultivated positive relationships with parents of incoming freshman by providing information about the college experience.
- Assisted in developing a comprehensive guidebook for incoming freshmen containing important information about campus resources.
- Organized and led small group activities for new students.
- Participated in training sessions designed to improve leadership skills among student orientation leaders.
- Assisted with social media marketing campaigns related to student orientation initiatives.
- Welcomed students and family members, answered questions and directed guests at official new student orientation sessions.
Camelid Neonatal Clinic
Dr. Cheryl DeWitt
Blacksburg, VA
04.2024 - 04.2024
- Indepth presentations on female reproduction/breeding, reproductive anatomy and physiology, breeding and pregnancy diagnosis, gestational development, care for pregnant dam, normal and abnormal criation and care or newborns and high risk cria.
- Participated in an indepth wet lab on abnormal and normal positioning of the cria.
Education
Animal and Poultry Science - Veterinary Medicine (Pre-Veterinarian)
Virginia Tech
07.2024
Skills
- Large Animal Processing
- Experience with alpaca reproductive ultrasound, behavior testing and fetal specimen examination
- Large modified ruminant management
- Administering of IM injection for large animals such as equines
- Experience with Neonatal care in alpacas
- Handling and Haltering of most large and small animal species
- Physical exams for large animals
- Routine foot care for alpacas
- Dental exams in alpacas, llamas and equines
- Management skills
- Experience with scheduling tasks
- Ability to follow instruction
- Time management
- Effective communication
Accomplishments
- Received the honor of being on the Deans list for both semesters during the 2023-2024 academic year
- Had the privilege of participating on the academic study abroad to Ireland in which I was awarded the chance to take classes in speaking gaelic, participating in several traditional customs and going to several historical places around Ireland.
Timeline
Student Orientation Leader
New Student And Family Programs
06.2024 - 07.2024
Camelid Neonatal Clinic
Dr. Cheryl DeWitt
04.2024 - 04.2024
Virginia Tech Student
Virginia Tech
08.2023 - Current
Poultry Club member
Virginia Tech Poultry Club
08.2023 - Current
4-H Club member
Virginia Tech Colligate 4-H Club
08.2023 - Current
Alpaca show volunteer
Popular Hills Alpaca show volunteer
01.2021 - Current
Lead Barn Manager
Poplar Hill Alpacas and Studio
01.2020 - Current
Animal and Poultry Science - Veterinary Medicine (Pre-Veterinarian)
Virginia Tech