Email: ****************@*****.*** ** Brackett St apt3
David Bell Cell: 714-***-**** Portland, Maine
04102
Education: St. Lawrence University, Canton, NY
Bachelor of Arts Graduated: May 2013
Majors: Environmental Studies, Sociology Minors: Biology, Outdoor Studies
Overall GPA 3.123 / 4.000 Major GPA 3.120 / 4.000
Awarded four year Community Service Scholarship
Relevant Coursework
Courses in Advanced GIS, ornithology, biology, land use, environmental policy, field ecology, global climate change, botany,
air pollution, natural history, global policy, geology, economics, and writing.
Independent Research
GIS analysis of Hydraulic Fracturing in the Marcellus Shale
North Country Avian Caloric Consumption Patterns
Submerged aquatic vegetation in the pelagic zone at Lake Massawepie
Geocoding and network analysis of Adirondack food deserts.
Off campus Study Adirondack Semester Fall, 2010
Explored environmental issues deep in the Adirondacks with four professors and eleven students.
Studied ecology, field research methods, land planning, historical context, sustainability, footprint analysis, environmental
policy making, political theory, and nature writing
Developed a deeper understanding of the ecologic forces within the Adirondack ecosystems, the impact of human activity
upon the natural environment, and how global climate change may affect these relationships
Thrived living in the remote wilderness for four months. The Adirondack Semester emphasized conservation, detailed
observation, reflection on nature, and hands on experience
New Zealand University of Otago Spring, 2012
Studied Botany of New Zealand, environmental policy, and took courses in GIS
Work Experience Housatonic Valley Association –GIS Analyst& RiverChemist Summer, 2013
Cornwall Bridge, CT
Deployed probes and conducted water chemistry analysis within the Housatonic watershed
Produced GIS maps of data analysis based on surveyed crossections and land use
Conducted geomorphic assessments as well as PCB + nutrient loading testing
Summer, 2011
Sequoia ForestKeeper
Kernville, Ca
Prevented deforestation and provided data that is being used in court cases and efforts to turn the Sequoia National
Monument into a National Park
Conducted research on Pacific Fisher in potential management sites with camera traps
Collected data for GIS comparison of forest health
Monitored alpine meadows for degradation
Munroe Family Climbing Wall
Canton, NY Fall 2011 present
Taught students and children how to safely climb in an indoor rock climbing gym
and provided positive reinforcement. Led a pre trip for incoming freshmen
Monitored gear for wear. Setter for new routes
Manager Fixer Seller
Barn Good Thrift Store St. Lawrence University, Canton, NY (8hrs/wk) Fall 2009 Present
Developed and opened a thrift store on campus to reuse and recycle goods. The program is a great success with both
students and the extended Canton community. I am also connected with the Green Bike Initiative.
Resident Staff Outdoor Education Leader
Camp Stevens Julian, CA (84hrs/wk) June Aug, 2009; June Aug, 2010
Mentored new counselor trainees to guide them through the rigors of counseling
Taught team building, modeled peer conflict resolution, led incident simulations
Led activities overnight hiking/ rock climbing trips, ropes course, and organic gardening, etc.
Guided children in discovering nature while camping outdoors
Taught environmental awareness & earth stewardship
Responsible for the care of eight campers 22 hours/day, six days per week
Internships Sierra Nevada Aquatic Research Lab Sierra Nevada, CA Summer 2012
Looked at macroinvertabrates in the eastern Sierra as bioindicators
Collected data and backpacked throughout the Eastern Sierras
Monitoring global climate change. Working towards protecting the mountain yellow legged frog
Pedal Power Engineering Essex, NY (30hrs/wk) Winter, 2010
Engineered and constructed functional electricity generating dynapods
Analyzed prototypes in SolidWorks design software
Generated electricity with working machine in capstone presentation to faculty and peers
Volunteer work Irvine Ranch Conservancy Irvine, Ca, (40hrs/wk on call at all times) Winter, 2010
Conducted Cactus Wren restoration projects Removed invasive Tree Tobacco and Artichoke Thistle
Aided on Butterfly count assessments Collected natural seeds for repopulation of native species
Training / Skills Wilderness First Responder Photography & woodworking hobbyist
Solar Boat Champion
GIS/ArcMap10/ ArcScene
Member of the St. Lawrence Outing Club Innovation Grant Finalist
GPS, map reading & navigation
Strong canoe, climbing, rappelling skills