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Willow Barnes

Summary

Dedicated and passionate wildlife enthusiast with a strong background in conservation, research, and management of various species. Skilled in conducting field surveys and data analysis for wildlife population.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Independent Study on Emydidae Family Turtles

Missouri Valley College
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Completed research to describe the demography of pond turtles.
  • Use a mark-recapture methodology, PIT tags, shell measurements and shell notching were used to determine the population size.
  • Collected and recorded data

Summer Field Biology Researcher

Missouri Valley College
05.2022 - 05.2023
  • Investigated living and environmental conditions of mammals.
  • Developed innovative methods for non-invasive wildlife monitoring, minimizing disturbance to sensitive populations.
  • Identified and collected samples of feces matter

Cashier

Dollar Tree Stores
02.2024 - 05.2024

Cashier

Meijer
06.2021 - 08.2023
  • Monitored self-checkout systems and provided help in resolving complex problems.
  • Improved transaction speed without sacrificing accuracy by staying up-to-date on product pricing changes.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.

Wrestling Referee

Michigan Youth Wrestling Association
12.2019 - 06.2020
  • Maintained professional relationships with coaches, players, and spectators to uphold a positive environment.
  • Promoted good sportsmanship among players.
  • Provided safe playing environment for players by monitoring activity.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Conservation Biology

Missouri Valley College
Marshall, MO
05.2024

High School Diploma -

Summit Academy North High School
Romulus, MI
05.2020

Skills

    • Active Listener
    • Team Collaboration
    • Attention to Detail
    • Problem-solving abilities
    • Radio Telemetry
    • Seine Fishing
    • Field Research Techniques
      • Self Motivation
      • Sample Testing
      • Specimen Collection
      • Plant identification
      • Wildlife research
      • Data Analysis

Extracurricular Activities:


  • Black Student Union Member (2021-2024), President (2022-2024)
  • Biology Club Member (2021-2024)
  • Art Club Member (2021-2022)
  • Missouri Valley College Women's Wrestling (2020-2024)

Timeline

Cashier

Dollar Tree Stores
02.2024 - 05.2024

Independent Study on Emydidae Family Turtles

Missouri Valley College
01.2024 - 05.2024

Summer Field Biology Researcher

Missouri Valley College
05.2022 - 05.2023

Cashier

Meijer
06.2021 - 08.2023

Wrestling Referee

Michigan Youth Wrestling Association
12.2019 - 06.2020

Bachelor of Science - Conservation Biology

Missouri Valley College

High School Diploma -

Summit Academy North High School
Willow Barnes