
Dakshata Shahi
Ball State University, Cap Asia - IX, Urban Planning Department

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About me
GIS specialist and historic preservationist interested in making a better community to live đ
Education

Little Angels School
2011 - 2013HSEB Science 74%
Minnesota State University, Mankato
2023 - 2024Masters in Geographic Information System and Cartography 3.7â˘Developed a story map using geographic information system (GIS) data to investigate and present the historical importance and cultural legacy of San Francisco's Chinatown.

Ball State University
2021 - 2023Master's in Science Historic Preservation and Conservation GPA 3.812â˘Presented story map to stakeholders and people of the community in order to showcase the George Town Neighbourhood Plan developed by ARCH607 led by Professor J.P. Hall â˘Utilized the Main Street America Approach to help kickstart downtown revitalizationâ˘Completed a surface survey of the downtown buildings and businessesâ˘Compiled report for the local stakeholders to present to the local commissionâ˘Compiled a National Register Nomination for Cemetery in Anderson, Indiana, at the⌠Show more â˘Presented story map to stakeholders and people of the community in order to showcase the George Town Neighbourhood Plan developed by ARCH607 led by Professor J.P. Hall â˘Utilized the Main Street America Approach to help kickstart downtown revitalizationâ˘Completed a surface survey of the downtown buildings and businessesâ˘Compiled report for the local stakeholders to present to the local commissionâ˘Compiled a National Register Nomination for Cemetery in Anderson, Indiana, at the owner's request.⢠Worked in a team to put together an analysis and guidelines for conservation in this neighborhood of the city⢠Surveyed the neighborhood and identified contributing homes⢠Completed a SWOT analysis at a community meeting⢠Compiled a report for the Neighborhood Association and Local Preservation Commissionâ˘Worked on a team of five to create HAER drawings of a historic Greek Revival Historic Building. Show less

Ball State University
2022 - 2023Graduate certificate course in GIS
Nepal Engineering College
2013 - 2018Bachelor of Architecture - BArch GPA: 3.7
Experience

Ball State University
Feb 2017 - Mar 2017Ball State University, Cap Asia - IX, Urban Planning DepartmentCollaboration project with Ball state university, Urban Planning Department students. We analyse the settlements pattern of Newari settlement as the case study for Newari Cultural Centre

C.E. Services Pvt. Lt
Jun 2017 - Nov 2017Internship Trainee
Kathmandu Living Labs
Jun 2017 - Aug 2017Internship⢠¡Coordinated the presentation on the importance of mapping for architecture atInstitute of Engineering, Department of Architecture, Pulchowk⢠¡Mapped remote and disaster struck places of Nepal

Shankar N Rimal Engineers and Architects
Jun 2018 - Jul 2021Architect⢠Demonstrate the conceptual presentation on various project⢠Enlisted Mr. Rimal National renowned work through Digitization⢠Designed, implemented, and monitored the Retrospect Exhibition of Shankar NathRimal one of the veteran Engineer, Architect of Nepal⢠Researched about Sriyantra and prepare all the Sriyantra drawings for Sriyantra Book.

Ball State University
Aug 2021 - Jul 2023Graduate Research Assistant⢠As a Graduate Assistant, I researched Fort McClellan POW Camp. ⢠Illustrate the diagrams to pair the information with the list of InterWorld War cemeteries to demonstrate the need for additional burial space around the cities.⢠Created a Map for Chattanooga National Cemetery.⢠Researched and Prepared documentation of the exterior of the Miller House in Columbus, Indiana meeting the standards and guidelines of the Historic American Buildings Survey. The documentation will include the main House Roof Plan and associated details, Exterior Elevations of the main house and associated details; Plan of the âPlinthâ or paving areas immediately adjacent to the main house that extends to the roof overhangs of the main house. Show less

Applied Anthropology Laboratories, Ball State University
May 2022 - Aug 2022Archaeological Crew ChiefI have worked as an AAL student employee on various grant-funded and cultural resource management projects, starting as an Archaeological Trainee with two promotions to Archaeological Crew Chief.Union Literary Institute, Union Literary Institute Preservation Societyâ. ⢠Performed excavation work. ⢠Documented excavation work results using standardized field paperwork. ⢠Documented and preliminarily identified recovered artifacts Goldsmith Gilbert Cabin Site, Indiana Humanities Council, Muncie, Indiana ⢠Performed excavation work. ⢠Documented excavation work results using standardized field paperwork. ⢠Documented and preliminarily identified recovered artifactsHarrison Crawford State Forest, Historic Preservation Fund ⢠Performed archaeological fieldwork using shovel test probe (STP) methods ⢠Documented STP results using standardized field paperwork ⢠Documented and preliminarily identified recovered artifactsSpring Mill State Park, FY22 Historic Preservation Fund ⢠Performed archaeological fieldwork using shovel test probe (STP) methods ⢠Documented STP results using standardized field paperwork ⢠Documented and preliminarily identified recovered artifacts ⢠Collected data from Tumbler and done geophysics in the field Show less

Esri
Feb 2023 - Feb 2023Student Assitantshipâ˘Provided essential logistical support to the conference team. Supported conference speakers and presenters by providing logistical support for technical workshops, demo theaters, and plenary sessions, contributing to the smooth execution of the event. â˘Gained valuable experience in event planning and coordination, as well as exposure to the latest trends and technologies in the Geospatial industry.

Minnesota State University, Mankato
Aug 2023 - Dec 2024Graduate Teaching Assitantâ˘Guided students in interpreting stereo imagery, georeferenced images, and Sandborn maps for ESA, focusing on identifying Recognized Environmental Conditions (RECs). â˘Facilitated student learning in spatial analysis by introducing diverse tools and methodologies, enhancing comprehension and application of spatial analysis techniques.â˘Assisted students in field mapping exercises, ensuring thorough understanding and proficiency in data collection and mapping procedures.

Blue Earth County
Jan 2024 - Dec 2024GIS Internâ˘Assisted with the creation and maintenance of GIS databases, assuring data accuracy and completeness. â˘Developed maps and visualizations for land and property departments and external stakeholders to better communicate spatial data. â˘Coordinated in field data gathering operations to update and verify GIS datasets, which helped to improve the overall data quality for the sealed well project.â˘Implemented the adoption of GIS-based solutions for dealing with the site inspection form by using Survey 123 and field data collection application. Show less

Waterloo Water Works
Jan 2025 - nowGIS Asset Technician
Licenses & Certifications

Architect
SONA ( Society Of Nepalese Architects)Jun 2020
Python Scripting for Geoprocessing Workflows
EsriFeb 2024
Introduction to ArcGIS Arcade
EsriFeb 2024
Introduction to CAD and BIM Data
EsriJul 2024- View certificate

Design and make Infographics
Michigan State UniversityJul 2020 
MOOC Cartography
EsriApr 2023- View certificate

Deep Learning Using ArcGIS Pro
EsriFeb 2024 
Suitability Modeling: Introduction
EsriJan 2024- View certificate

Interpreting Vernacular Architecture in Asia
The University of Hong KongJun 2020 
Architect
Nepal Engineering CouncilJul 2019
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Dakshata ShahiFirst prize for Charles E. Peterson Prize , 2024 Heritage Documentation Programs (Historic American Buildings Survey) Aug 2024 Student competition of measured drawings, the Charles E. Peterson Prize , 2024
- Awarded to Dakshata ShahiStudent Ambassador Program for the 2023 Minnesota GIS/LIS Conference and Workshops in Duluth, Minnesota. Minnesota GIS/LIS Consortium Conference Sep 2023
- Awarded to Dakshata ShahiFirst prize for Charles E. Peterson Prize , 2023 Heritage Documentation Programs (Historic American Buildings Survey) Aug 2023 Student competition of measured drawings, the Charles E. Peterson Prize , 2023
- Awarded to Dakshata ShahiWinner for story map submission in the Large Group Category of the 2022 Ball State GIS Day competition - Nov 2022
- Awarded to Dakshata ShahiAwarded as Thesis Topper of Department of Architecture, Nepal Engineering College -
- Awarded to Dakshata ShahiAwarded as a 2nd Runner Up for the Asian Paints Student Design Competition -
- Awarded to Dakshata ShahiAwarded for achieving Best Project on Nepal Engineering College Exhibition -
- Awarded to Dakshata ShahiAwarded for participation on ARCASIA jamboree held in Hongkong -
- Awarded to Dakshata ShahiAwarded with Semester (2nd, 5th, 8th, 9th) Topper Scholarship -
- Awarded to Dakshata ShahiAwarded with a degree of Bachelors of Architecture with the inclusion in the Dean List in Recognition of an Outstanding Meritorious Achievement -
- Awarded to Dakshata ShahiAwarded âCivil Servant Children Scholorshipâ from Federal Affairs and Ministry of General Administration, Government of Nepal under the subject of Engineering Government of Nepal
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer
Issued by Society of Nepalese Architects on Sept 2016
Associated with Dakshata ShahiDigital internship
Issued by Kathmandu Living Labs on Jun 2017
Associated with Dakshata ShahiStudent Volunteer
Issued by Himalayan Climate Initiative on Apr 2014
Associated with Dakshata Shahi
Languages
- neNepali/ english/ hindi
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