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Education
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Mackenzie Cummings

Portland

Summary

Detail-oriented and adaptable anthropology student with hands-on research experience in bioarchaeology and a strong background in education, childcare, and customer service. Proven ability to manage time effectively, analyze data, solve problems critically, and engage with diverse communities. Passionate about research, fieldwork, and fostering meaningful connections through education and service.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Anthropology

Portland State University
Portland, OR
06-2025

Associate of Arts - Cultural Anthropology

Central Oregon Community College
Bend, OR
06-2023

Skills

  • Research & Data Analysis
  • Excavation & Surveying Techniques
  • Human Osteology & Biological Profiling
  • Leadership & Team Management
  • Customer Service & Conflict Resolution
  • Childcare & Early Childhood Education
  • Time Management & Reliability-
  • Active Listening & Critical Thinking
  • Lab Inventory & Documentation

Accomplishments

  • Lambda Alpha Honors Society – Member
  • Association of Oregon Archaeologists (A0A) – Member

EXPERIENCES

Anthropology & Research

  • Gained hands-on experience in excavation, sieving, and surveying through fieldwork at Sanpetru Bioarchaeology and Excavation (Romania, Summer 2025).
  • Developed biological profiles by identifying human skeletal remains.
    Conducted lab inventory management and documentation as part of field research.

Leadership & Customer Service

  • Managed daily operations and supervised baking staff as Shift Leader at Crumbl Cookie (2024–Present).
  • Trained team members in company protocols, ensured high-quality customer service, and handled financial transactions.
  • Resolved customer concerns efficiently and maintained a welcoming atmosphere.

Education & Childcare

  • Created structured lesson plans and maintained a safe, clean classroom environment as a Teacher Aid at Early Beginnings (2018–2020).
  • Provided full-time childcare for two young children as a Private Nanny (2020–2024), creating daily schedules, organizing educational activities, and fostering positive child development.

Timeline

Bachelor of Science - Anthropology

Portland State University

Associate of Arts - Cultural Anthropology

Central Oregon Community College
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