ALENA BOWMAN ------EDUCATION B.S. in Environmental Biology/Zoology, with honors Dec 2020 Minors in Spanish and Conservation, Recreation, & Environmental Enforcement State University (MSU) Member of the Honors College and the Lyman Briggs College A.A. in American Sign Language and Deaf Culture Present Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE “Science on a Sphere” Presenter Jan 2020 – Present Michigan State University Museum (East Lansing, MI)  Built and presented “Science on a Sphere” programs to campus groups and the public  Developed and implemented educational programming and hands-on activities for participants  Created STEM-focused webinars using SOS Explorer, PowerPoint, Zoom, and Facebook  Greeted and interacted with museum visitors in exhibit spaces  Collaborated remotely and in-person with other members of the Museum’s education team

Undergraduate Learning Assistant Aug 2019 – Dec 2020 Honors Biology Program, Michigan State University (East Lansing, MI)  Assisted professors with course instruction and grading  Helped lead field biology research experiences for undergraduate students  Instructed students in proper crayfish handling techniques, equipment use, and data collection  Worked with students on research projects, writing, poster creation, and statistical calculations

MSU Science Theatre Volunteer/Public Relations Director Aug 2018 – Dec 2020 Michigan State University Department of Physics and Astronomy (East Lansing, MI)  Volunteered and led hands-on and stage-style science education shows  Assisted in development and maintenance of educational demonstrations and hands-on activities  Recruited, trained, and managed volunteers for demonstrations  Managed social media and club email interactions; planned and advertised monthly social events  Participated in annual spring break trip to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, visiting more than 20 K-12 schools

Naturalist Intern July 2019 – Aug 2019 Oregon Ridge Nature Center (Baltimore, MD)  Conducted animal care for a variety of reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, fish, poultry, raptors, and a rabbit, including feeding/watering animals and cleaning enclosures; maintained animal care logs  Rehabilitated sensory gardens, including weeding, thinning and identifying plants; created signage  Assisted with trail and grounds maintenance, e.g. pruning, weeding, removal of tree cages, waste disposal  Interpreted exhibits and wildlife behavior for nature center guests

Conservation Education Intern May 2018 – Aug 2018 National Aquarium (Baltimore, MD)  Led and assisted with outdoor education activities at Sandy Point State Park and Fort McHenry National Monument, and with summer camps for elementary school-aged students  Engaged thousands of guests at aquarium touch pools, exhibits, and informational carts  Handled variety of animals, including horseshoe crabs, cockroaches, sea urchins, and small fish  Assisted with conservation events at Masonville Cove Urban Wildlife Refuge

Junior Zoo Crew Member/Junior Interpreter/Zoo Teen/Volunteer Jun 2015 – Aug 2017 The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore (Baltimore, MD)  Educated thousands of guests of all ages about the zoo’s animals and conservation mission  Developed communication skills to successfully interact with individuals and groups of guests  Participated in supplemental service projects, including tree plantings, ecosystem restoration, and animal enrichment DEVELOPMENTAL EXPERIENCE Writing Consultant Aug 2019 – Dec 2020 The Writing Center @ MSU (East Lansing, MI)  Provided one-on-one writing tutoring to undergraduate and graduate students  Communicated suggestions about grammar, syntax, organization, and content  Contributed to reworking the WC’s website to update content and exceed accessibility standards  Connected clients to online and university resources Tour Guide Apr 2018 – Feb 2020 MSU Tours (East Lansing, MI)  Connected with prospective students and other campus visitors by leading tours of MSU’s campus, including academic, residence, and dining halls  Communicated stories and information through hundreds of public and interpersonal interactions Service-Learning Volunteer Jan 2019 – Apr 2019 English Language Learners Program, Glencairn Elementary School (East Lansing, MI)  Worked with elementary-aged students from diverse backgrounds to improve their English literacy skills CeLTA Language School Volunteer Jan 2018 – Apr 2018 MSU Center for Language Teaching Advancement (East Lansing, MI)  Assisted instructors with Spanish enrichment programs  Worked to improve Spanish communication skills with elementary and preschool students Concessions Crew Member Aug 2017 – Dec 2017 MSU Concessions (East Lansing, MI)  Provided food, beverages, and friendly customer service to diverse audiences at MSU  Responsible for finances, including cash register and inventory; maintained a clean environment LEADERSHIP AND ACTIVITIES MSU Zoological Students Association (2017-2020) Secretary/Public Relations/Webmaster National Association for Interpretation (NAI) Member North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE) Member ADDITIONAL SKILLS  Proficient in Spanish (writing, reading, and conversation)  Able to communicate politely and confidently with individuals and groups  Amateur digital photography (DSLR; nature-focused)  Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Zoom products; familiar with Adobe Creative Suite products  Familiar with multiple computer programming languages and web design CERTIFICATION/TRAINING  Certified Interpretive Guide through NAI  American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/AED/CPR Certified (ID: 17XUZ6)  October 2020: Attended NAAEE’s 49th Annual Conference (“Inspire Change”)  Mar 2020: Attended Wildflower Association of Michigan’s 33rd Annual Conference (“Ecosystems in a Changing World”)  May – June 2019: Completed field biology courses in plant systematics and ecology at MSU’s Kellogg Biological Station; learned to identify plants and conduct ecological field research, practiced creation of herbarium specimens  Aug 2018: Attended Living Oceans Foundation’s “Corals in the Classroom” teacher education workshop  Nov 2017: Attended Michigan Space Grant Consortium’s Fall Conference REFERENCES  Available upon request