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thechuffologist

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  • Birthday 07/06/1990

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    Arkansas
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    MSc - Biology

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  1. Jumping in to say I am really happy to see this thread (as are many people it seems). I have a 2.78 uGPA (mostly due to trouble in chemistry courses) and a 3.47 gGPA (Masters) with two more semesters left of grades to combine into it. I do have many, MANY years of research, study abroad, work, and internship experience. Hopefully it all pays off. I also have references from world-famous scientists. The best part is - many PoIs are interested in me at the universities I am applying for. The trouble is just making it through the application process to get to them. Does anyone know how much weight it carries to have multiple faculty vouching for you?
  2. Do I gain +5 if I recycle them afterwards?
  3. Undergrad Institution: University of Central Arkansas Major(s): Biology, BS. Minor(s): None Overall GPA: 2.7 Position in Class: Unknown - not released as part of graduation Type of Student: Domestic, Female Grad Institution: University of Central Arkansas Major(s): Biology, MS. Minor(s): None Current GPA: 3.4 GRE Scores (revised): Q: 151 V: 156 W: 3.0 Research Experience: Positions held: • 2012 – Present Graduate Teaching and Research Assistant - University of Central Arkansas • 2011 – Present Research Biologist - National Tiger Sanctuary • 2012 – 2013 Center for Species Survival Intern - Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute • 2012 Rehabilitation Aide - South African Center for the Conservation of Coastal Birds • 2011 – 2012 Migratory Bird Center Intern - Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute • 2009 – 2011 Tropical Bird House, Penguin Rock, and Africa Keeper Aide – Memphis Zoo • 2008– 2012 Research Assistant - University of Central Arkansas Department of Biology Papers: • Understanding Vocal Patterns in Tigers (Panthera tigris) and Application to the Census and Conservation of Endangered and Threatened Species • Roars, Moans, and Tail Flicks Deciphering the Mysteries of Tiger Communication. • Examining the Community Ecology of Freshwater Invertebrates and The Potential Impacts of Natural Gas Drilling in Arkansas Streams. • Investigating physiological effects of the Mayflower oil spill on avian communities. • Hypothalamus-Pituitary-Interrenal (HPI) Axis Sensitivity to an Acute Stressor of an Arctic Population of Lithobates sylvaticus Compared to Other Temperate Species. Posters and Presentations: • Understanding Vocal Patterns in Tigers (Panthera tigris) and Application to the Census and Conservation of Endangered and Threatened Species • Roars, Moans, and Tail Flicks Deciphering the Mysteries of Tiger Communication. • T.J. the White Tiger. Awards/Honors/Recognitions: Recipient of the American Association of Zookeepers Merit in Conservation Award (2013) Recipient of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Conservation Scholar (2012, 2013) Who's Who Among College Students (2012) Recipient of the UCA Intern of the Year Award (2012) Recipient of an Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship (2008 – 2012) Recipient of a UCA Study Abroad Scholarship (2011) Recipient of a UCA Achievement Scholarship (2008-2009) Pertinent Activities or Jobs: Founder of an educational and conservation outreach organization dedicated to visiting rural schools and helping students gain conservation experience at local, national, and international organizations. Special Bonus Points: Female Recommenders from Cornell Bioacoustics Research Program, UCDavis, Smithsonian, and Fauna Communications Research Institute Applying to Where: Clemson University – Wildlife and Fisheries Biology Cornell University – Natural Resources George Mason University – Environmental Science and Public Policy University of California at Davis - Ecology Washington State University – Environmental and Natural Resource Sciences
  4. Is it bad that I keep printing off my research and personal statements to see how they will look for the reviewers?
  5. Looking for advice from former or current applicants to this program. As all of you know, you only have five spots to list fellowships/scholarships/work experience/teaching experiences relevant to your field of study. So - determining which ones to list has turned into a battle for me.. I would like to list my involvement on a grant committee. However, is this something they would like in this section? Or should it only be briefly mentioned in my personal statement?
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