Assistant Sales Representative

Michelle A. Getz

****.********@*****.*** **** North 200

East

Cell: 260-***-**** LaGrange, IN 46761

Education:

Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne, IN Aug 2004-Dec

2009

B.A. in Psychology GPA 3.12

Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne, IN Aug 2004-Dec

2009

A.A. in Biology GPA 3.12

Related Coursework:

Marine Biology Principles of Virology Parasitology

Biochemistry Calculus Genetics

Organic Chemistry Physics Addictions

Spanish Research Methods Psychobiology

Social Psychology Abnormal Psychology Cognitive

Psychology

Development Across the Lifespan Psychology of Women Psychology of HIV

Research Experience:

Biological Research Assistant, June 2010

Goldring Marine Biology Station, Playa Grande, Costa Rica

. Provided research support in studies which were designed to

determine the effects of conservation on Olive Ridley sea

turtles

. Gathered data from thermal couples in situ nests

. Repaired equipment related to data gathering

. Assisted in counting eggs, development stages of eggs,

measurements of females nesting

. Patrolled beaches at night and early morning for nesting

turtles and nesting sites

. Triangulated nesting sites for exact location of nest for

future research of hatchling data

. Logged data of nesting sites and temperatures using Microsoft

Excel

Research Assistant, Molecular Techniques, Spring 2010

Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne, IN

. Conducted experiments with Human Herpes Simplex virus

. Utilized molecular techniques including PCR, expression

cloning, and electrophoresis

. Underwent training in Biological and Chemical Hazards

Earthwatch/IPFW Marine Biology, March 2008

Goldring Marine Biology Station, Playa Grande, Costa Rica

. Provided research support in studies which were designed to

determine the effects of conservation on Leatherback sea

turtles

. Assisted in counting eggs, development stages of eggs,

measurements of females nesting

. Patrolled beaches at night and early morning for nesting

turtles and nesting sites

. Triangulated nesting sites for exact location of nest for

future research of hatchling data

Community Involvement:

Surgical Assistant and Animal Care Assistant: Volunteer, 2007-Present

Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control, Fort Wayne, IN

. Assisted veterinarians with subcutaneous injections,

intravenous injections, intramuscular injections, intubation,

excubation, and prepping of surgical area on animal

. Cared for adoption animals by feeding, watering, walking,

cleaning excretions, cleaning kennels

. Checked for overall health and care of animals while in

adoptions.

. Assisted potential adopters with questions and concerns

National Park Reforestation Campaign Playa Grande, Costa Rica, June 2010

. Worked with National Park and local schools to re-vegetate land

within the park previously lost to development

Internships:

Veterinary Assistant, Fall 2009

Anthony Animal Clinic, Fort Wayne, IN

. Assisted veterinarian C. Fretz, DVM

. Gave subcutaneous injections, intravenous injections,

intramuscular injections, intubation, and excubation

. Prepped surgical area on animal and assisted during surgeries

. Brought clients into rooms, gathered background information,

and checked for overall health of patients

. Prepared and gave vaccinations upon veterinarians request

. Trimmed toenails

. Assisted with euthanasia on dogs

. Prepared medications for patients including counted pills and

mixed liquids

Other Work Experience:

Sales Representative, Vector Marketing, South Bend, IN, Summer 2007

Field Scout, Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Constantine, MI, Summer 2006

Secretary, Orange Cross Radiology, Sturgis, MI, Aug 2002-April 2003

Leadership:

Member, Americorps, Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control, 2009-1010

Member, Beta Beta Beta, Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne,

2007-2010

Member, Pre-Vet & Ag Club, Indiana University Purdue University, 2004-2009

Participant, Operation Catapult, Rose Hulman Institute of Technology,

Summer 2007

Superintendent, 4-H Rabbit Club, 2007

Leader, 4-H Veterinary Science Club, 2007

Leader, 4-H Rabbit Club, 2006

President, 4-H Rabbit Club, 2004

All Around Small Animal Showman, 4-H, 2004

Treasurer, 4-H Rabbit Club, 2003

Participant, People to People Organization, Australia, Summer 2001

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