Sam Cavallaro

Cocoa, Florida, United States

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Timeline
About me
Trainer at SeaWorld Orlando
Education
- Deakin University
  2018 - 2018
  Semester Exchange Program
  Studies included genetics, physics, and health psychology. 4.0 GPA
- Rockledge Senior High School
  2013 - 2017
  Activities and Societies: Student Government, Sisterhood, math tutoring, Science Research, National Honor and Spanish Honor Societies, World Languages Club Graduated as Salutatorian with a 4.5 GPA
- University of South Florida
  2017 - 2021
  Bachelor of Science - BS Marine Biology
  Activities and Societies: Kosove Society, GloBull Ambassadors, Order of the Golden Brahman, USF Scuba Club, Marine Biology Club, USF Rotaract Graduated summa cum laude (3.96 GPA) with a BS in Marine Biology and a minor in Psychology.
Experience
- USF Kosove Society
  Apr 2018 - Apr 2020
  -Coordinate with various Tampa Bay organizations to organize monthly community service events for the scholarship society. -Organizations include Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful, Habitat for Humanity, Ronald McDonald House, Feeding Tampa Bay, Moffitt Cancer Center, and more. Maintain and upgrade scholarship’s website and social media sites including deadlines, upcoming events, member information, and more.
  - VP of Community Service
    Apr 2019 - Apr 2020
  - Media Director
    Apr 2018 - Apr 2019
- University of South Florida
  May 2018 - Jun 2018
  Scientific Diver
  Partnered with the Soufriere Marine Management Area to collect data on patterns of fish and coral populations to determine effectiveness of the implemented marine protected areas. Included Bohnsack-Bannerot fish surveys and coral ID transect surveys, presentations with local stakeholders, and education of local school children.
- USF GloBull Ambassadors
  May 2019 - May 2021
  -Train incoming members. -Design and lead monthly member meetings.-Coordinate with USF World and Education Abroad for team meetings, events, and advancement opportunities for the program’s future. -Design and execute events to increase recruitment for various study abroad programs-Collaborate with other student organizations to advertise study abroad events and mentorshop opportunities. -Organize member-wide events to encourage cohesion and teamwork among the group.
  - President
    May 2020 - May 2021
  - Chair of Outreach and Director of Internal Affairs
    May 2019 - May 2020
- Brevard Zoo
  May 2020 - Aug 2020
  Sea Turtle Healing Center Intern
  Provided injections, collected blood samples, conducted radiographs, assisted with necropsy sample collection, practiced proper restraint techniques, cared for premature hatchlings, and assisted with public releases for sea turtle rehabilitation patients.
- SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment
  Nov 2021 - Jun 2023
  Associate Trainer
- SeaWorld Parks & Resorts Orlando
  Jun 2023 - now
  Trainer
Licenses & Certifications
- CPR/AED/First Aid
  National CPR Foundation
  Aug 2021
- Advanced Open Water Diver
  PADI
  Dec 2019
- Scientific Diver
  American Academy of Underwater Sciences
  May 2018
- Nitrox Diver
  PADI
  Dec 2019
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Sam Cavallaro
  Congressional Medal for Young Leadership Congressman Bill Posey Recognition for leadership roles in various academic and community service organizations.
- Awarded to Sam Cavallaro
  USF Kosove Society Scholarship - Academic scholarship in recognition of community service, leadership, and dedication to my intended field.
Volunteer Experience
- Sea Turtle Healing Center Volunteer
  Issued by Brevard Zoo on Mar 2019
  Associated with Sam Cavallaro
- Interpretation Guide for Expedition Africa
  Issued by Brevard Zoo on Nov 2015
  Associated with Sam Cavallaro