Theodora Doyon

Theodora Doyon

Coins and Medals Department Intern

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Program Coordinator at U.S. Forest Service

  • Education

    • Trinity College Dublin

      2013 - 2013
      English, History

      Semester abroad, studying english and history.

    • Occidental College

      2011 - 2015
      Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) English and Comparative Literary Studies Senior

      Activities and Societies: Occidental Writers Workshop, Feast Arts and Literary Magazine Major in English and Comparative Literary Studies, Minor in History, Urban and Environmental Policy.Thesis: "Mr. Darcy’s Changing Sympathies: Austen’s Empirical Argument in Pride and Prejudice"

    • Humboldt State University

      2018 - 2020
      Master of Arts in Social Science Environment and Community Program 3.909 GPA

      Thesis: From Screen to Summit: An investigation of claims about social media use for outdoor recreation purposes Scholarships and Grants: Grove of Titans Research Grant, Save the Redwoods League, California State ParksPublications:Doyon, T., Kelly, E., & Martin, S. (In Progress). An Investigation of Claims about Social Media Use for Outdoor Recreation Purposes. Doyon, T. & Kelly, E. (2019).Visitor Perceptions of Overcrowding Issues and Proposed Management Solutions… Show more Thesis: From Screen to Summit: An investigation of claims about social media use for outdoor recreation purposes Scholarships and Grants: Grove of Titans Research Grant, Save the Redwoods League, California State ParksPublications:Doyon, T., Kelly, E., & Martin, S. (In Progress). An Investigation of Claims about Social Media Use for Outdoor Recreation Purposes. Doyon, T. & Kelly, E. (2019).Visitor Perceptions of Overcrowding Issues and Proposed Management Solutions at Grove of Titans and Jedediah Smith State Park, California. Unpublished Research Report.Arndt, E., Doyon, T. & Kelly, E. (2019). Perceptions on Causes, Impacts, and Solutions of Visitation at Grove of Titans. Unpublished Research Report. Show less

  • Experience

    • Yale University Art Gallery

      Jun 2011 - Aug 2011
      Coins and Medals Department Intern

      Handled coins and medals from collection according to proper archival practicesWeighed and measured objectsEntered database information

    • FEAST Arts and Literary Magazine

      Jan 2012 - May 2015
      Co Editor in Chief, Senior Editor, Assistant Managing Literary Editor

      Hired and trained a staff of 30 students. Worked closely with the senior editors to create a vision for the magazine, including a yearly style guide. Managed scheduling for production. Established a budget with the faculty adviser. Planned and advertised release events. Oversaw selection meetings and editorial decisions. Trained the layout editors and copy-editors. Supervised editing and layout process. Communicated with printer about vision and timeline.

    • Yale University Art Gallery

      Jul 2012 - Aug 2012
      Indo-Pacific Department Intern

      Performed bibliographic research for specific objects in the Indo-Pacific collectionEntered and maintained database entries for objectsCited writing on specific objectsPerformed provenance researchAssisted with tracking of objects in warehouse storageShadowed administrative professionals in sorting, cataloguing and warehousing of objects

    • Occidental College

      Sept 2012 - Jan 2015
      Campus Tour Guide

      Showed perspective students around Occidental College's campus on a specified route Told stories, facts, and other anecdotes about Occidental CollegeOrganized the tour to highlight the best parts of Occidental College

    • Camp Lochearn

      Jun 2013 - Aug 2013
      Counselor

      Supervised and mentored two cabins for girls aged eight and twelvePracticed leadership techniques while running cabin activities and helping girls with problems they had during their four-week stay.Taught classes in gardening, nature, camp newspaper, sewing, quilting, painting, sailing, canoeing, beads and bracelets, and stage design. Each class was held three times a week, with ten campers in each class.On-call and present 24 hours a day.

    • SKYBOAT MEDIA, INC.

      Feb 2014 - May 2014
      Intern

      Organized and catalogued past production projects as well as researched books and proposed possible new projects. Sat in on recording sessions, monitored social media for the company, wrote copy for the company website, and helped coordinate social events.

    • Camp Lochearn

      Jun 2014 - Aug 2014
      Camp Counselor

      Supervised and mentored two cabins for girls aged eight and twelvePracticed leadership techniques while running cabin activities and helping girls with problems they had during their four-week stay.Taught classes in gardening, nature, camp newspaper, sewing, quilting, painting, sailing, canoeing, beads and bracelets, and stage design. Each class was held three times a week, with ten campers in each class.On-call and present 24 hours a day.

    • Center for the Arts Eagle Rock

      Jan 2015 - May 2015
      Administrative Assistant

      Designed marketing materials for center events and programming. Wrote copy for non-profit website, managed email newsletter account. Edited grant applications. Assisted with event organization and gallery installation. Acted as assistant teacher during after-school arts program. Set up classroom spaces for different programs. Worked with staff to archive and document press for past programming.

    • Point Lobos Summer Adventures

      Jun 2015 - Aug 2015
      Camp Counselor

      Responsible for a group of 8 children for a two-week period. Organized, researched, and presented ecological, biological, and historical lessons specific to the area. Lead hiking, arts and crafts, rock climbing, kayaking trips, and whale-watching trips with other counselors. Coordinated with California State Parks staff, docents and interpretive guides to create interactive educational experiences for the campers. Researched, wrote, and designed two pamphlet guides discussing marine life and plant life on the state reserve. Show less

    • American Conservation Experience

      Aug 2015 - May 2016
      Conservation Volunteer

      Built and maintained trails on eight-day front and back country conservation projects. Used GPS equipment on survey and invasive plant projects. Worked effectively in a large team environment. After work, participated in cleaning and maintaining equipment, cooking meals, cleaning and camping with other team members. Experienced using and working with and maintaining heavy machinery such as chainsaws, rock drills, and brush-cutters. As a volunteer, worked continually on the building of the Granite Mountain Hotshots Memorial State Park in Yarnell, AZ, specializing in the construction of rock walls, stairs, and other trail features. Recipient of a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award. Show less

    • Point Lobos Summer Adventures

      Jun 2016 - Aug 2016
      Camp Counselor

      Responsible for a group of 8 children for a two-week period. Organized, researched, and presented ecological, biological, and historical lessons specific to the area. Lead hiking, arts and crafts, rock climbing, kayaking trips, and whale-watching trips with other counselors. Coordinated with California State Parks staff, docents and interpretive guides to create interactive educational experiences for the campers. Researched, wrote, and designed two pamphlet guides discussing marine life and plant life on the state reserve. Show less

    • Pali Institute

      Aug 2016 - May 2017
      Senior Instructor

      Supervised and mentored children ages 11-17 in a residential cabin setting for up to five days at a time. Planned lessons in outdoor skills, science, and leadership skills and tailored plans for groups of 16 children. Worked with at team of 60 individuals to organize school groups throughout activities. Trained in conflict resolution and team-building exercises. Facilitated ropes course and zipline classes, and trained in rescues for the courses. Trained in radio communication. On duty 24 hours a day, five days a week. As senior instructor, assisted in the interview process for new instructors, developed curriculum improvements and trained new staff. Represented Pali Institute at California Association for Environmental and Outdoor Education conference, presenting on hands-on methods of teaching wildfire ecology in outdoor classes. Show less

    • TETON ROCK GYM INC

      May 2017 - May 2018
      Event Coordinator, Social Media Coordinator, Front Desk Supervisor

      As events coordinator, planned, budgeted, and publicized fundraising events. Maintained member database files, responded to member questions and issues. Updated and maintained website and social media platforms, designed online marketing materials and contacted local news sources about events. As front desk supervisor, greeted customers, performed gym orientations and taught belay lessons. Maintained gym equipment and used register. Assisted with youth programs as they operated during gym hours. Ordered, stocked, and inventoried climbing gear for the gym store. Show less

    • Teton Valley Community School

      Jun 2017 - Aug 2017
      Assistant Teacher

      Designed educational programming for campers age two to five. Supervised groups of campers during field trips and activities. Scheduled programming around nap time, lunch times, and clean-up times. Communicated with parents about daily schedules, activities, and camper concerns. Kept records of campers needs.

    • Grand Teton National Park

      May 2018 - Aug 2018
      Visitor Use Assistant

      Interacted with visitors at the Moose Entrance station, collected entrance fees. Assisted visitors with trip planning and distributed informational materials. Answered visitor questions about recreational opportunities and regulations. Controlled traffic and managed visitor flow during safety hazards. Open and closed registers, accounting for all register sales.

    • Friends Of The Dunes

      Oct 2018 - Dec 2019
      Community Programs Assistant

      Worked as public face of Nature Center operation, greeted visitors, implemented interpretive programming, and answered visitor questions. Identified potential donors and explained membership details. Maintained records of donors and volunteers through donor database. Recruited and trained new volunteers. Designed online marketing materials using Adobe Photoshop and Canva. Managed email newsletters and contacted news sources about events. Responded to emails and phone calls directed to the non-profit. Assisted with fundraising events including advertising and logistics. Managed budgeting and inventory for Nature Center gift shop, including purchasing merchandise and organizing consignment contracts with local artists. Show less

    • Humboldt State University

      Nov 2018 - May 2020
      Graduate Student Researcher

      Researcher on two projects for Save the Redwoods League and California State Parks. Conducted stakeholder interviews about perceived issues at Jedediah Smith State Park. Analyzed qualitative interview data. Communicated with government administrators and officials about project goals. Designed a budget and tracked expenses for a survey on a state park visitor experience. Recruited and supervised three undergraduate research assistants in implementing the survey over three months. Analyzed quantitative survey data through coding language on R Studio, wrote reports and developed presentations for funders. Show less

    • Patagonia

      Nov 2020 - Apr 2021
      Customer Experience Guide

      Works with retail team to efficiently and effectively guide customers to the correct outdoor gear for their lifestyle. Organizes, inventories, and stocks merchandise. Performs register operations and solves customer service issues in a courteous manner. Participates in Patagonia Action Works mission to aid local environmental non-profits. Provides information about recreation opportunities to customers. Trained to use Microsoft Suite, Salesforce, and other customer service oriented software.

    • USDA Forest Service

      Jun 2021 - now
      Program Coordinator
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Graphic Design Specialization

      Cal Arts
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Theodora Doyon
      Presidential Management Fellowship Office of Personnel Management Jun 2021
    • Awarded to Theodora Doyon
      Presidential Management Fellow Presidential Management Fellowship Nov 2020