Assistant State University

Laura Hoff

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Monticello, MN 55362 e-mail:

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Education

Bachelor of Science in Agriculture December

2009

*Major: Animal Science. Minor: Equine Management

*South Dakota State University; Graduated May 2009.

*GPA 3.42

Experience

Undergraduate Research Assistant September 2008-December 2009

South Dakota State University

*Assisted graduate student with masters' research in Animal Genetics

laboratory. *Research pertained to BVD vaccine response heritability

in cattle.

*Executed DNA extractions, RNA extractions, nanodropping to test for

DNA concentrations, real-time PCR, gel electrophoresis

*Performed general lab upkeep and maintenance.

Student Assistant Coach June 2009 - May

2010

South Dakota State University Equestrian Team

*Scheduled and oversaw additional practices by student athletes

*Administered team chore duties during the fall semester

*Exercised team horses.

Team Leader September 2005-May 2009

South Dakota State University Equestrian Team

*Participated in monthly meetings with other team leaders and coaches

*Discussed issues and helped develop solutions to team problems.

*Provided orientation and examples of leadership to incoming team

members

Barn Staff September 2005-March 2009

South Dakota State University Equestrian Team Barn

*Responsible for general barn duties

*Managed turnout, feeding, stall cleaning, and general barn upkeep.

Senior Girl Scout Representative 2002-2004

Land of Lakes Girl Scout Council Board of Directors

*Attended weekly and monthly meetings

*Participated in discussions regarding the council and promotional

activities

*Actively worked as a member on several committees

*Dealt with evaluations of Girl Scout Council activities

Skills

Laboratory Skills: DNA extractions, RNA extractions, RT-PCR, gel

electrophoresis,

Nanodrop operation, lab maintenance.

Communication Skills: Public presentations, working with others on

committees and

group endeavors.

Computer Experience: Internet research, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel

Achievements

Lettered as four-year member of SDSU Equestrian Team

Awarded Jackrabbit Scholarship and Cargill Sons and Daugherts Scholarship

in 2005.

South Dakota State University Gold Medal Athlete 2006:

As freshman member of the SDSU equestrian team including inaugural season,

maintained GPA of 3.35/4.0.

Girl Scout Gold Award Recipient: Developed, initiated, and implemented

wildlife project in collaboration with the Minnesota DNR, Lake Maria State

Park, and Girl Scout organization.

Memberships:

United States Dressage Federation, United States Equestrian Federation,

Potomac Valley Dressage Association, SDSU Equestrian Team, SDSU Pre-vet

club, SDSU Horse Club, Alpha Zeta Honors Fraternity.

References

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