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Mary Van Leuven: Education

Mary Van Leuven has a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies and Biology from Denison University. She has relevant coursework and work experience in ecology, sustainability, specimen collection, and social media communications. Her work experience includes internships at a research institution in New Zealand and roles as a nanny, swim instructor, lifeguard, and personal care assistant. She is skilled in Microsoft Office and online databases. Her extracurricular activities include varsity swimming, membership in a sorority where she participates in community service, and volunteering at a botanical garden.

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Mary Van Leuven: Education

Mary Van Leuven has a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies and Biology from Denison University. She has relevant coursework and work experience in ecology, sustainability, specimen collection, and social media communications. Her work experience includes internships at a research institution in New Zealand and roles as a nanny, swim instructor, lifeguard, and personal care assistant. She is skilled in Microsoft Office and online databases. Her extracurricular activities include varsity swimming, membership in a sorority where she participates in community service, and volunteering at a botanical garden.

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Mary Van Leuven

100 W College St, Granville, OH 43023 (608) 843-6820 [email protected]

EDUCATION
Denison University Granville, OH
2016
Major: Environmental Studies
Minor: Biology

Graduation: May
GPA: 3.03

RELEVANT COURSEWORK
Atoms and Molecules
Organic Structure and Reactivity
People and the Environment
Ecology and Evolution
Science and the Environment
Cellular and Molecular Biology
Sustainability, Ecology, and New Zealand Environmental Policy
Ecosystem Management
Animal Communication

WORK EXPERIENCE
Intern

National Institute for Water and Atmospheric Research;


October 2014-December
2014
Wellington, New Zealand
Worked with the invertebrate collection team as a curatorial technician, performing various
tasks including:
working with the database to log specimens on the computer, ensuring
specimens are preserved in a way that is fit for long term storage, and attending field
activities such as collecting specimens from coasts
nearby. Also involved in assisting the
head of photography and communications with work relating to
managing the image
library and social media outlets on the NIWA website. This includes uploading images onto
the website, ensuring the images are presented in a way that is accessible to the public, and
learning skills involved in communicating with the public through various social media
outlets.

Nanny

The Marz Family; Maple Bluff, WI


Summers 2013-2014
Acted as a specialist working in the familys home, responsible for all tasks related to care
of the
children. Served as a loving, nurturing and trustworthy companion to children.
Created a stimulating,
nurturing, and safe environment for the children.

Lesson Instructor

Parkcrest Swim and Tennis Club; Madison, WI


Summers 2010-2014
Taught swimming lessons to children ages 1-15. Designed lesson plans and set goals for
students.
Encouraged children in their swimming and guided them in their learning.
Showed sensitivity to parents
requests and worked to resolve issues.

Lifeguard

Parkcrest Swim and Tennis Club; Madison, WI


Summers 2010-2014
Worked as a private neighborhood pool lifeguard. Completed necessary training in CPR/AED
and
lifeguarding. Encouraged patrons to follow pool rules

Personal Care Assistant

Community Living Alliance; Madison, WI

May 2012-Summer 2014

Supervised an adult with autism. Designed a daily schedule and guide him in carrying out
activities, such
as basic hygiene, games, and academic activities. Anticipated his
distress and help him stay calm.

SKILLS
Mastery of Microsoft Office programs
Experience with online scientific databases such as Specify
Ability to work with several operating systems including Windows and Mac OSX

EXTRA-CURRICULARS
Member

Varsity Swim Team; Granville, OH


September 2012
present
Devote 20 hours to practices weekly while carrying a full time student workload. Gained
extensive skills in
self-discipline and time management skills to balance both athletics and
academics successfully. Lead
members of the team to ensure the team works together
harmoniously. Help motivate teammates during
practice to create a competitive and supportive atmosphere.
Division 3 All-American swimmer.

Member

Delta Gamma Fraternity; Granville, OH


February 2013-present
Participate regularly in community service activities through Delta Gammas local
philanthropy project at
Licking County Service for the Visually Impaired. Attend weekly chapter meetings and
assist in the decisionmaking process for the organization. Demonstrate communication and relationship building
skills while
participating in the recruitment of new members for approximately 500
potential new members.

Volunteer

UW Madison Arboretum; Madison, WI


Summer 2014
Helped with the maintenance of local species while ensuring the health of the various
gardens in the arboretum. Identified invasive species and weeds to remove to optimize
growth conditions for native plant species to be healthy and fit for the viewing pleasure of
patrons in the arboretum.

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