Paige Terpstra
Winfield,IL
Summary
Responsible and ambitious student eager to apply education. Has achieved notable accomplishments both in academics and the field. Passionate about protecting wildlife and restoring ecosystems. Offers excellent communication abilities, adept at working alone or in a team, ability to handle challenging work, and an understanding of the research process and data analysis.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Olivet Nazarene University Honors Research Student
Olivet Nazarene University
03.2023 - Current
- Conducted original field research on avian acorn herbivory over the course of two years in many weather conditions.
- Managed research sites, collected data and plant samples, and performed point counts and acorn surveys.
- Reviewed data in the lab, analyzing, and creating tables and graphs.
Canada Goose Behavioral Research
Olivet Nazarene University Biological Sciences
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Found and observed wild birds in the field, gathering original data on how group size affects aggression in geese.
- Used binoculars and other tools to perform counts of birds in flocks.
- Presented data to an animal behavior class in a poster symposium format.
Support Services
Au Sable Institute of Environmental Studies
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Accomplished maintenance tasks, often involving traveling distances while carrying materials, in adverse weather conditions
- Performed trail maintenance tasks such as clearing brush, building structures, and installing signs.
- Participated in general maintenance duties such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical work.
Teaching Assistant
Olivet Nazarene University Biological Sciences
08.2023 - Current
- Graded assignments for accuracy and completeness in both general biology and genetics courses.
- Provided support and guidance to undergraduate students in laboratory classes.
- Organized and managed laboratory supplies and equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Zoology, Studio Art
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL05-2025
Skills
- Zoological research
- Flexible and adaptable
- Data collection
- Written and verbal communication
Accomplishments
- Member of the Olivet Nazarene University Honors Program
- 3.966 Cumulative University GPA
- Entry in the 2023 Nature Conservancy Science Report
- Hosted an original Art Exhibition at Sim's Educational Center Main Gallery
- Speaker at Honors Day 2024
Affiliations
- Leading independent scholarship project researching avian acorn herbivory in Pembroke savannas
- Completion of Ecology, Animal Behavior, Invertebrate, and Vertebrate Zoology Courses
- Presenter at Au Sable Institute's 2024 Winter Symposium
- Participated in the Spring Birding Survey at the Swanberg Sanctuary
- Completion of Insect Ecology Field Course
- Animal Care Specialist at Olivet Nazarene University
- Participant in the Kankakee River Cleanup
- Volunteer Junior Interpreter at Kline Creek Farm
- Volunteer Junior Naturalist at Willowbrook Wildlife Center
Timeline
Support Services
Au Sable Institute of Environmental Studies
06.2024 - 07.2024
Teaching Assistant
Olivet Nazarene University Biological Sciences
08.2023 - Current
Olivet Nazarene University Honors Research Student
Olivet Nazarene University
03.2023 - Current
Canada Goose Behavioral Research
Olivet Nazarene University Biological Sciences
03.2023 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Zoology, Studio Art
Olivet Nazarene University
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