TAYLOR POWELL- ABBINANTE
New Richmond,OH
Summary
Results-driven biological scientist with a focus in environmental studies and wildlife biology. Dedicated to aquatic biology and animal conservation. Graduated from Wilmington College in May 2024 with a strong background in Biology and Political Science.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
SEASONAL FIELD BIOLOGIST
OHIO RIVER VALLEY SANITATION AND WATER COMMISSION
Cincinnati, OH
05.2024 - Current
- Conduct intensive field surveys with ORSANCO and the US EPA National Rivers and Streams Assessment (NRSA).
- Assist electrofishing surveys using EF boats and backpacks for NRSA and safe consumption reports.
- Midwest freshwater fish identification and preservation.
- Collect benthic macroinvertebrates, periphyton, and water chemistry samples from streams and rivers.
- Assess biotic and abiotic components of terrestrial and aquatic riparian habitat.
- Routine maintenance and operation of trucks, boats, and equipment trailers.
- Participation in community outreach events to promote watershed education.
- Monitored the health of fish populations by assessing water quality parameters such as temperature, oxygen levels, pH levels, and nutrient concentrations.
STUDENT RESEARCH COORDINATOR
WILMINGTON COLLEGE
Wilmington, OH
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Coordinated research development of the WAVE program at Wilmington College's Department of Biology.
- Creation and organization of procedures and methodologies used for the research program to monitor local waterways and analyze the impacts of adjacent farming practices.
- Supervised team of 9 student researchers in data collection, data analysis methodologies, and standard practices.
- In charge of obtaining and researching all needed lab materials and resources throughout the duration of the program.
- Overall supervisor and project manager for the program, works with faculty advisors to achieve additional funding and foster opportunities to expand the program.
ADVOCACY CORPS ORGANIZER
FRIENDS COMMITTEE ON NATIONAL LEGISLATION
WASHINGTON, D.C
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Member of the Advocacy Corps Young Adult program with FCNL during the 21-22-year cohort, primarily focused on the (H.R. 2021) Environmental Justice for All Act.
- Successfully organized and group-led 8+ lobby visits with Senate and House offices, with constituents present, to lobby on the (H.R.2021) Environmental Justice for All Act.
- Orchestrated a large-scale Earth Day event in 2022 in downtown Wilmington, in partnership with multiple small businesses and donors - with over 400 attendees present.
- Served as a panelist for the 2022 Propel Conference held at Columbus State, by Senator Sherrod Brown, to speak on student leadership and young adult advocacy.
- Participated in Spring Lobby Weekend for 3 years, both in person in Washington, D.C. And remotely, lobbying Ohio senate and congressional offices.
- Led and trained the Wilmington College Cohort in both 2023 and 2024 for the annual Spring Lobby Weekend event.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology - Focus in Environmental Science
Wilmington College
Wilmington, OH05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Political Science - Focus in Political Studies
Wilmington College
Wilmington, OH05-2024
Skills
- Data collection
- Research management
- Sample testing
- Animal evaluation
- Field work
- Strenuous work conditions
Awards & Involvement
- Wilmington College Involvement - Honors Program, Head Community Assistant (RA)(2021-2024), Ecology Club President(2021-2023), Student Leader Executive Board (2021-2022), and USA Tree Commission Representative.
- Wilmington College Awards - Robert E. Lucas Leadership Award, Biological Environmental-Science Student Excellence Award, and Quaker Impact Award.
- Wilmington College Research Awards - President's Council Award, Best Student/Faculty Collaboration, and Natural Sciences Award.
Research
- Powell-Abbinante, Taylor (2023). Using Macroinvertebrates as Bioindicators of Water Quality in Lytle Creek and its Surrounding Tributaries to Analyze the Effects of Anthropogenic Activity on Stream Health. Senior Capstone - Poster presentation at the Ohio Academy of Sciences Research Symposium (4/06/2023).
- Presented an Oral presentation updating my findings regarding this research project at the Ohio Academy of Sciences Research Symposium (4/06/2024). This research consisted of 1 full years' worth of data collection in finality.
- Powell-Abbinante, Taylor (2024). WAVE (Water Assessment and Vitality Enhancement Program) - First Quarterly Report Findings. Research was presented at the 2024 Wilmington College Research Symposium.
References
- RYAN, ARGO, Technical Programs Manager, rrago@orsanco.org, (513) 600-2499, ORSANCO
- ROBERT, TEWES, Lead Senior Aquatic Biologist, rtewes@orsanco.org, (859) 802-2765, ORSANCO
- RYAN, HUDSON, Aquatic Biologist II, rhudson@orsanco.org, (513) 502-8270, ORSANCO
- RUSS, KINCAID, Area Coordinator for Sciences, russell kincaid@wilmington.edu, Wilmington College, WAVE program Senior Faculty Advisor.
- AMANDA, ROLLINS, Assistant Professor of Biology, amanda_rollins@wilmington.edu, Wilmington College WAVE program Faculty Advisor.
- MICHAEL, SNARR, Professor of Political Science, michael_snarr@wilmington.edu, Wilmington College Honors Director
Timeline
SEASONAL FIELD BIOLOGIST
OHIO RIVER VALLEY SANITATION AND WATER COMMISSION
05.2024 - Current
STUDENT RESEARCH COORDINATOR
WILMINGTON COLLEGE
09.2023 - 05.2024
ADVOCACY CORPS ORGANIZER
FRIENDS COMMITTEE ON NATIONAL LEGISLATION
08.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biology - Focus in Environmental Science
Wilmington College
Bachelor of Science - Political Science - Focus in Political Studies
Wilmington College
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