Samantha Scherer
**** ******* **** • Aurora, IL *0502
630-***-**** • *****************@*********.***
Highlights
Extremely organized, patient, and reliable.
Pays high attention to detail when given an assignment.
Well-rounded individual as a result of a liberal arts education.
Education
Augustana College, Rock Island, IL May 2015
Bachelor of Arts in Biology
Minors: Chemistry & Biochemistry
GPA: 3.3
Honors & Awards
Dean's List
Relevant Experience
Laboratory Skills August 2011 - 2015
Augustana College
Successfully used laboratory equipment and instruments in biology, chemistry, and biochemistry
settings.
Maintained a clean and organized workstation.
Followed lab rules and procedures.
Displayed accuracy and preciseness with lab techniques.
Adequately communicated results verbally and in writing.
Surgical Volunteer April 2012 - 2014
Fox Valley Animal Welfare League
Prepped dogs and cats for surgery.
Assisted veterinarian during operative procedures by adjusting anesthesia, oxygen, and providing
additional supplies.
Monitor heartbeat and oxygen levels.
Prepared and administered vaccinations and microchips.
Other Experience
Lifeguard May 2009 - 2013
Chicagoland Pool Management
Examined injured persons, administered first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Rescued distressed persons, using rescue techniques and equipment.
Added new members and updated member profiles in the computer system.
Campus Leadership & Involvement
Viking Pups Service and Facility Dog Training Club
Secretary and Director of Data of club.
Trained on and off campus, raised, fostered, and placed service and facility dogs with clients.
Volunteered directly for the Quad Cities Canine Assistance Network (QC CAN).
Organized and attended fundraisers to support the training and care of the dogs.
Educated the public on all aspects associated with service and facility dogs.