Tiffany R. Shonkwiler

abg0we@r.postjobfree.com

Home Address:

**** **** **. **

Rochester, MN 55901

507-***-****

Objective: To obtain a position in which there are opportunities to utilize

scientific, communication, and organizational skills to meet the needs of the

employer through working with animal life.

Education: Bachelor of Arts, University of Minnesota, Morris; Morris, MN 56267. May 2011.

Major in Biology, Minor in Chemistry GPA – 3.407 (4.0 scale)

Coursework in Entomology, Herpetology, Ecology, Freshwater Biology,

Cell/Molecular Biology, and Organic/Analytical Chemistry.

John Marshall High School, Rochester, MN. Diploma 2007.

Computer Experience with PCs, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet, E-mail

Skills:

Experience:

2007-2011 Student, University of Minnesota; Morris, MN. Studied biology and chemistry at

the local university for four years.

2010 Teaching Assistant, Biology Department, UMM. Oversaw biodiversity laboratory

procedures, cleaned and maintained specimens and lab equipment, provided

tutoring, and led review sessions.

2006-2009 Floral Clerk, HyVee Inc, Rochester, MN. Was responsible for customer service,

handling cash flow, and care and maintenance of live plants, floral arrangements,

and store grounds. Processed floral orders both over the phone and by computer

using Teleflora and FTD.

2010 Student Custodian, University of Minnesota Office of Residential Life; Morris, MN.

Assisted in the cleaning and care of dormitories over the summer. Job was to

thoroughly clean dorm facilities and move furniture to their proper destinations.

Some outside work was done weeding the premises.

2009 Molecular Biology Project, University of Minnesota; Morris, MN. Utilized PCR and gel

electrophoresis to identify different species of salmon. Prepared a written report

and oral presentation of results.

2009 Ecology Project, University of Minnesota; Morris, MN. Analyzed effects of altered UV

signatures of flowers on pollinator visitation. Worked both in the field and in a

laboratory setting. Prepared a written report and oral presentation of results.

2009 Freshwater Project, University of Minnesota; Morris, MN. Collected and identified

aquatic macroinvertebrates along the Pomme de Terre River. Collected water

chemistry data, performed statistical analyses, and prepared written and oral

reports of findings.

2009-2011 Anuran Research, University of Minnesota; Morris, MN. Organized data on

effects of auditory cues on sexual selection in anurans. Wrote report of results and

presented findings in a formal oral presentation.

Activities & High school activities included Concert Choir, Key Club, and Science Social

Honors: Services Club. Graduated with honors. College activities included Biology Club,

Chemistry Club, Organic Gardening Club, and multiple self led projects involving

the propagation and breeding of plants. Volunteered at numerous animal shelters

working with cats and dogs.

Interests include growing and propagating plants, exploring/identifying wildlife,

and working with animals with a particular interest in reptiles and amphibians.

References:

Ms. Cindy Andrist, Floral Manager, Hy-Vee Inc, Rochester #2, 500 37th St. NW

Rochester, MN 55902, 507-***-****

Dr. Pete Wyckoff, Ph.D, Department of Biology, University of Minnesota, Morris,

600 East 4th St, Morris, MN 56267, 320-***-****, abg0we@r.postjobfree.com

Ms. Ann-Marie Vangstad, Lead Custodian- ORL, University of Minnesota, Morris,

600 East 4th St, Morris, MN 56267, 320-***-****

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