Annika Rynders

Experience

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  Dordt University

  Aug 2020 - Dec 2023

  • Lead educational programs pertaining to prairie ecosystems for all age groups• Plan community events integrating art, music, poetry writing, and natural science education • Design posters describing Iowa’s natural history and native plants and wildlife • Manage prairie landscapes through herbicide application, tree removal, and walkway maintenance • Organize stewardship efforts with co-workers and student groups to promote sustainability • Advocate for sustainable land management in future development projects of the university Show less

  • Prairie Development Assistant

    Aug 2023 - Dec 2023

  • Service-Learning Projects Coordinator

    Aug 2021 - Dec 2023

  • Fundraising Assistant

    Aug 2020 - Feb 2022
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  Self-employed

  Mar 2021 - Aug 2022

  Saxophone Instructor
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  AmeriCorps VISTA

  Jul 2022 - Aug 2022

  Climate Corps Vista Member

  • Researched ways that environmental not-for-profits could fulfill the Michigan Healthy Climate Plan• Analyzed not-for-profits’ environmental policies to identify weakness and strengths • Identified environmentally sustainable resources available to Michigan residents• Fostered partnerships between Michigan environmental organizations, volunteers, and LEO• Collaborated with team members to develop briefings on environmental education programs • Built organizational profiles on an online platform for environmental not-for-profits• Supported not-for-profit capacity building in areas of sustainability, social justice, etc. Show less

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  The Nature Conservancy

  May 2023 - Aug 2023

  Anna Beal Stewardship Intern

  • Assessed the impact of urban expansion on ecosystem services and natural prairie landscapes• Designed and implemented plans of ecological restoration to benefit natural ecosystems• Controlled invasive species with herbicide treatment, chainsaw removal, and brush cutter work• Identified native plant species and wildlife while working in the field • Participated in prescribed fires on igniting and holding crews with a FFT2 certification • Developed relationships with other stewardship crews to work collaboratively on restoration Show less

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  Changemaker Central @ ASU

  Jun 2024 - now

  Sustainability and Community Service Management Intern

  • Assist in the development and implementation of sustainability strategies• Analyze data to track progress towards sustainability goals • Work with undergraduate students to implement projects that promote sustainability and service• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Changemaker Central space