Syd Van Dorn

Recently graduated marine biologist with four years of focused training in climate change ecology and Central California’s coastal ecosystems. Brings over three years of diverse experience, including customer service, project management, and contributions to both independent and collaborative, award-winning field research. Proficient in data analysis using R Studio, JMP, and Excel, with strong writing skills demonstrated through published work. Passionate about driving innovative solutions to environmental challenges and inspiring the next generation of marine scientists.

• Member and Captain
• Lead ~30 members in warm ups, bonding activities, and performances
• Taught special skill classes and offered one on one tutoring outside of practice hours
• Collaborated with coaches and other captains to organize competitions, plan performances, and formulate fundraising opportunities
• Ran all social media accounts, made flyers for performances/bonding events, and recruited new teammates during club rush and open house

• President
• Started club, went through the club application process including gathering signatures from potential club members and collaborating with ASB to find a teacher club advisor
• Led meetings, made powerpoint presentations that covered the social injustice issues, and taught club members about the issues that they would suggest

• Familiar with Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, and Google Sheets
• Fluent in English, literate in Spanish, and know basic American Sign Language
• Have Food Handler’s Card and ABC Responsible Beverage Server certification