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Rebecca Koeroessy

Honolulu,HI

Summary

Diligent STEM student that is highly involved in the community through volunteer work and research. Have experience in guidance, support, and mentorship of students and have demonstrated success in working with diverse populations through mentoring and as a sustainability coordinator.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Laboratory Assistant

RCUH
09.2023 - Current
  • Improved laboratory efficiency by streamlining sample processing and data recording procedures
  • Reduced sample contamination risks through rigorous adherence to proper specimen handling techniques
  • Facilitated timely completion of experiments by maintaining a well-organized workspace and efficient workflow

STEM Peer Mentor

Kapiolani Community College STEM Program
10.2022 - 05.2023

As a STEM peer mentor, I provide tutorial and peer mentoring assistance to any students enrolled in STEM courses. Responsibilities include individual or small group tutoring and mentoring, technology support, designing and implementing outreach workshops, and volunteering for STEM program events.

Sustainability Coordinator

AmeriCorps VISTA
03.2021 - 01.2022

Worked with campus faculty and staff at Kapiolani Community College to increase the visibility of student learning opportunities that advance sustainability on campus. Developed systems to measure and track the impact of sustainability initiatives.

Peer Educator

Kapiolani Community College
08.2018 - 12.2020

As a peer educator, I enhance prevention education and outreach through creative social media content and engaging in campus-wide educational events. I utilized my gained knowledge and skills to foster a safe and inclusive community for LGBTQ+ students, faculty, and staff to promote social justice in the University of Hawaii System.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Global Environmental Science

The University of Hawaii At Manoa
Honolulu, HI
05.2024

Associate of Science - Biology

Kapiolani Community College
Honolulu, HI
12.2020

High School Diploma -

Ostra Gymnasium
Sweden
06.2016

Certification

Sustainability Certificate

Academic Subject Certificate, the equivalent of a minor in sustainability. S-related and S-focused classes have given me the tools to improve environmental stewardship and sustainability in all campus operations.

Research and Volunteer Experience

Malama na Honu Volunteer, Haleiwa 

September 2019 — February 2020 

As a honu guardian, I was increasing my interpersonal skills by educating people from all over the world about our green sea turtle populations.  I enhanced my data collection skills through green sea turtle monitoring.  


Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge - Volunteer Trips

October 2018

Helped restore the area both in October 2018 and 2019. Invaluable experience working in a remote and pristine native forest and restoring it to increase the population of native plants and bird species.  

Languages

English
Full Professional
Swedish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Laboratory Assistant

RCUH
09.2023 - Current

STEM Peer Mentor

Kapiolani Community College STEM Program
10.2022 - 05.2023

Sustainability Coordinator

AmeriCorps VISTA
03.2021 - 01.2022

Peer Educator

Kapiolani Community College
08.2018 - 12.2020

Bachelor of Science - Global Environmental Science

The University of Hawaii At Manoa

Associate of Science - Biology

Kapiolani Community College

High School Diploma -

Ostra Gymnasium
Rebecca Koeroessy