Alexandra Turner

Alexandra turner

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location of Alexandra TurnerWashington, District of Columbia, United States
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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Environmental Educator

  • Education

    • El segundo high school

      2016 - 2020
      High school diploma
    • University of utah

      2020 - 2024
      Bachelor of science - bs economics and environmental & sustainability studies

      Activities and Societies: Bennion Center, Edible Campus Gardens, College of Social & Behavioral Sciences Ambassador, University Housing Student Leader, Undergraduate Research Double major in Economics and Environmental & Sustainability Studies (emphasis in Land Management & Conservation) with a minor in Urban Ecology.

  • Experience

    • University of utah housing & residential education

      Aug 2021 - May 2024

      Managed dynamic between 40 first year student residents in on-campus living learning community through organizing and facilitation of programming and curriculum to promote community building. Offered additional support to advise students on a variety of interpersonal, academic, and professional experiences. Developed proficiency with departmental software and communication practices. Responsible for confidential resident information and resident support.

      • Resident Advisor

        Aug 2022 - May 2024
      • Front Desk Assistant

        Aug 2021 - Jan 2024
    • University of utah

      Dec 2021 - Dec 2022
      Research fellow

      Member of research committee discussing cross-campus community understanding of incoming and existing student programming and resources.

    • University of utah sustainability office

      Mar 2022 - Sept 2022
      Garden steward

      Maintained organized and efficient working and community resource environment involving plant care. Hosted volunteer hours for students and community members offering task guidance as needed.

    • University of utah college of social and behavioral science

      Apr 2022 - May 2024
      Student ambassador

      Practiced strong communication skills and concise responses fit to interest of prospective, and current, students interested in college resource offerings through development of thorough understanding of program offerings to support academic path exploration.

    • University of utah office of undergraduate research

      Aug 2023 - Jan 2024

      Organized data collected through field studies and intercept interviewing after establishing appropriate institutional approvals and funding. Conducted engaged research model conducted with the support of Faculty mentor exploring the subject of transit availability and community member user experience. Secured grant funding for project, appropriate trainings and certifications, and ethics review. Research Evaluation Specialist, advised students interested in undergraduate research opportunities, assisted in program evaluation and participated in reviewing grant recommendations

      • Undergraduate Student Researcher

        Aug 2022 - Jan 2024
      • Undergraduate Research Leader

        Aug 2023 - Oct 2023
    • Yelp

      Jan 2024 - Jul 2024
      Community intern

      Responsible for co-hosting monthly events with local businesses, driving community engagement and attracting 25-100 attendees per event. Captured and edited video and photo content for local businesses and community events, producing weekly content that enhanced social media engagement with a 12,000-strong follower base. Researched and curated weekly lists of local businesses to foster community connections. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop marketing strategies, successfully increasing brand awareness and engagement. Show less

    • Outdoor classroom

      Sept 2024 - now
      Environmental educator

      Facilitate hands-on environmental education programs for K-8th grade students, focusing on science, sustainability, social-emotional learning, and adventure. I guide multi-day activities like local ecology, wilderness survival, and team-building exercises, fostering leadership and collaboration. Instructing lessons tailored to diverse learning styles, manage large group activities, and supervising students during residential stays. Working closely with a dedicated team, I help maintain a safe, inclusive environment and contribute to the success of our educational programs. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Group 2.social / behavioral research investigators and key personnel.

      Citi program
      Sept 2022
      View certificate certificate
    • Pediatric first aid, cpr and aed

      American red cross
      Sept 2024
      View certificate certificate
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Alexandra Turner
      Student Leader of the Year - Apr 2022
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Issue Area Coordinator

      Issued by Bennion Center on May 2022
      Bennion CenterAssociated with Alexandra Turner
    • Student Program Director

      Issued by Bennion Center on May 2021
      Bennion CenterAssociated with Alexandra Turner
    • Book Arts Studio Monitor

      Issued by J. Willard Marriott Library on Jan 2022
      J. Willard Marriott LibraryAssociated with Alexandra Turner