Honor Society® member
Jade Mells
crew member at Wendy's - Timnath, Colorado
- marine biology
- Class of 2024
- Timnath, Colorado
Member since October 2023
About
Aspiring marine biologist with a solid foundation in biology. Deeply passionate about the marine environment, I seek to contribute meaningfully to marine conservation through advanced studies at the Master’s level. My academic journey has equipped me with a strong understanding of principles and I am eager to explore the intricacies of marine ecosystems. Current marine biology student at Nova Southeastern University seeking admission to its reputable master's program to further refine my research skills, deepen my knowledge, and actively engage in the study and preservation of marine life.
Education
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Nova Southeastern University
Marine Biology/Ecology
2024 – 2026
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Front Range Community College
Associate Degree in Biological Science
2023 – 2024
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Front Range Community College
Associate Degree in Science, General
2019 – 2023
Goals and interests
- Career goal
Coral Reef Research and Conservation
- Graduate school interests
Ever since my 6 week volunteering work as a marine research assistant at Operation Wallacea's research camps in Honduras, ecology and conservation of the coral reef have been my main interest and path that I seek through my studies. I am currently seeking a minor in ecology along with my major in marine biology and am hoping that my post graduate research direction coral reef conservation efforts will become more defined.
- Outside the classroom
scuba diving, hiking, travelling, sketching, drawing, writing short stories and comics
Experience
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crew member
Wendy's - Timnath, Colorado
May 2021 – Aug 2024
Volunteering
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Research Assistant at Operation Wallacea's research camps in Tela and Utila, Honduras. Underwater Marine Skills 3D modelling, Stereo Video Survey collection, Underwater Visual Census collection and analysis, benthic video collection and analysis, laying down transects, ID and survey techniques. Research Skills Proficient in conducting research, literature reviews, data collection and writing research paper reports.
Operation Wallacea
Jun 2023 – Aug 2023
Languages
- English (US) Fluent
- Arabic Intermediate
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