Performed research in Dr. Brock's evolutionary biology lab while collaborating with Amber Singh on her lizard cognition Ph.D. dissertation.
Conducted independent neophobia project testing boldness differences between urban and non-urban populations of Sceloporus occidentalis and Podarcis siculus, with plans to publish findings by year-end.
Identified and captured gravid male and female lizards in the field while assisting in postorbital blood sampling.
Preformed lizard husbandry at SDSU in preparation for behavioral trials.
Collaborated with several graduate student researchers to support ongoing experiments and studies.
Classroom Observer
Eastlake Middle School
Chula Vista, California
09.2024 - 11.2024
Observed classroom dynamics to assess teaching methods and student engagement.
Assisted with lesson delivery and collaborated one on one with students to support classwork completion
Engaged with students to understand learning experiences and classroom environment.
Curbside Associate
Lowe's Home Improvement
Chula Vista, California
06.2021 - 11.2022
Ensured timely and accurate order fulfillment by retrieving and staging curbside orders.
Delivered exceptional customer service upon arrival, confirming satisfaction with purchases.
Coordinated preparation and staging of large quantities materials for contractor deliveries and in-home appliance installations.
Kevin J. Burns, Ph.D, Professor - Ornithology, Curator of Birds - Museum of Biodiversity, Department of Biology, San Diego State University, (619) 594-0538, kburns@sdsu.edu
Dr. Lluvia Flores-Renteria, Ph.D, Associate Professor - Plant Systematics, Department of Biology, San Diego State University, (619) 594-3080, lfloresrenteria@sdsu.edu