Ryan Bushong

- Review and verify submissions for the world's largest citizen science database on biodiversity
- Selected to manage a dataset of over 150,000 submissions from two counties in Colorado, ensuring data accuracy and consistency.
- Work alongside other reviewers and ornithologists to confirm species identifications and resolve discrepancies in reported observations.
- Provide constructive feedback to contributors, which strengthens collaboration between professional and amateur scientists.

- One of four members involved in a two-week scientific expedition to a remote mountain range in West Papua, Indonesia (aided by the funding efforts of Oxford University and the Oak Foundation, as well as Tellus Conservation)
- This expedition aimed to uncover crucial information about a lost species of tree kangaroo, such as habitat and population status, contributing to ongoing conservation efforts for this extremely vulnerable and understudied species
- This involved much collaboration with local indigenous groups and environmental organizations
- Involved navigating challenging terrain, conducting wildlife surveys, and ornithological work

• Organize, set up and oversee three or more social events weekly for 125 members, along with biannual weekend events in Chicago and other Wisconsin locations
• Weekly meetings with the executive board to discuss fraternity operations
• Monthly meetings with national advisors, event planning companies, Inter-fraternity Council, and more
• Experience with risk training, sober monitoring, and CPR training for social activities
• Philanthropy: prepared and distributed food to the homeless; volunteered 150+ hours to put on a play to raise money for Live Like Lou Foundation

- Cleaned tables, set tables, served food, dealt with customers, managing upper kitchen area

- Partnered with a remote field station in the Peruvian Amazon to enhance wildlife and ecosystem conservation by bridging communication between indigenous communities and private sector leaders
- Field research was conducted on bird populations on a daily basis (starting at 5:00 am, six days a week)
- We utilized diverse methods such as mist netting, banding, physical assessments, point counts, and strategically placed camera traps to gather ecological data on the local area
- This research played a key role in advancing long-term monitoring efforts as we collected and analyzed data that is critical for understanding species distribution and habitat trends

- Conducted trail maintenance work at regional locations in Boulder County, Colorado.

- Volunteer researcher for Boulder County Ecosystem Stewardship Initiative; Winter Raptor Survey; Indian Peaks Bird Count

- Conducted 5-6 surveys per year along heavily used trail system in Gregory Canyon to record breeding success of 73 bird species and population dynamics of six mammal species

- Conducted monthly raptor surveys in eastern Boulder County to evaluate population dynamics of 11 winter raptor species in response to habitat degradation; data influenced land use policies to benefit local raptor populations

- Conducted yearly survey in the Indian Peaks Wilderness to monitor long-term population trends of breeding avifauna

- Prepared up to 50 pizzas per night, along with salads, desserts, and wings
- Managed Pizza Line
- Helped train new employees

• Led bird walks for Boulder Audubon Society

- Worked with campers age 6-12
- Designed and led engaging outdoor activities to promote environmental awareness and physical fitness
- Organized and supervised arts and crafts sessions, fostering creativity and fine motor skills development among campers
- Managed group dynamics by facilitating team-building games and activities, encouraging cooperation and positive social interactions