Meghan Viola Murphy
Geneseo,NY
Summary
Motivated and passionate Sustainability Studies student looking for future opportunities in GIS and land stewardship. Ready and willing to grow through experience. Thrives in collaborative and discussion-based environments. Background in environmental justice concepts and GIS technology.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer Firefighter
Geneseo Fire Department
Geneseo, United States
10.2022 - 09.2024
- Former member of the Geneseo Volunteer Fire Department seeking to ensure community safety and respond to emergencies with an informed and efficient approach.
- Earned the Basic Exterior Firefighting Operations with Hazardous Materials First Responder Operations certification, as well as Interior Firefighting Operations (or Firefighter I) certification.
- Assisted with community events like the Geneseo Halloween Parade and Genesee Valley Hunt Races as a GFD member.
Gatehouse Staff
Hickory Hill Swim & Tennis Club
Orchard Park, United States
07.2021 - 08.2023
- Annual summer position as solo gatehouse staff member, providing quality food service and amenities for club members.
Sustainability Representative
Monroe Hall Council
Geneseo, United States
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Acted as a liaison for the Monroe Hall Council and Department of Sustainability
- Organized and promoted sustainability educational events within Monroe Hall, and coordinated with other Sustainability Representatives to promote inter-hall events
- Managed Monroe Hall's compost program, which required educating residents on composting methods and supplying them with adequate compost receptacles
Student Employee
SUNY Geneseo Biology Department
Geneseo, United States
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Analyzing and organizing research data on schistosomiasis to assist the Biology Chair.
- Advertising for and participating in Biology Department events.
- Directly assisting students with questions concerning classes, biology events, and setting up appointments.
- Maintaining files concerning purchase orders, medical school applications, and past syllabi to ensure access to information and providing access to these via maintenance on the Biology Department website.
Environmental Justice Steward
Friends of Reinstein Woods
Buffalo-Niagara Falls Area
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Studied the Niagara River-Lake Erie watershed, contaminants thereof, and equitable solutions to ensure environmental justice
- Learned about emerging contaminants including per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), and how they disproportionately affect certain communities and demographic groups
- Carried out community advocacy projects related to the aforementioned environmental justice issues within a student team
Student Intern
Orchard Park Chamber of Commerce
Orchard Park, United States
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Planned and organized the Taste of Orchard Park, which annually brings together local businesses and community members to enjoy food and entertainment.
- Created public relations documents to advance community engagement and advertise community events.
- Completed in-office accounting and managerial tasks to ensure efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sustainability Studies
SUNY Geneseo
Geneseo, New York, United States05.2026
Advanced Regents Diploma - Honors/Regents High School/Secondary Diploma Program
Orchard Park High School
Orchard Park, New York, United States06.2022
Skills
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
- Water and Soil Data Collection Methods
- Project Management
- Team Organization and Management
- Community Outreach and Engagement
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs
Affiliations
- Royal Lady Knights Service & Social Sorority
- Geneseo Outdoors Club
- Engagement Committee for the Department of Sustainability
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Volunteer Firefighter
Geneseo Fire Department
10.2022 - 09.2024
Sustainability Representative
Monroe Hall Council
09.2022 - 05.2023
Student Employee
SUNY Geneseo Biology Department
09.2022 - 01.2023
Environmental Justice Steward
Friends of Reinstein Woods
03.2022 - 07.2022
Gatehouse Staff
Hickory Hill Swim & Tennis Club
07.2021 - 08.2023
Student Intern
Orchard Park Chamber of Commerce
06.2021 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Sustainability Studies
SUNY Geneseo
Advanced Regents Diploma - Honors/Regents High School/Secondary Diploma Program
Orchard Park High School
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