Frank Prince's Resume Details
Frank Prince | ------------ |------------
EDUCATION
University of Florida (UF)
Bachelor of Science in Forest Resources and Conservation May 2018; GPA: 3.89
Master of Science in Forest Resources and Conservation ` (Expected) May 2020; GPA: 3.81
Degree Focus: Socio-Ecology of Natural Resources
WORK EXPERIENCE
Graduate Assistant; Recreation, Ecotourism, and Conservation Lab, UF August 2018 � Present
� Balance a fluid schedule of course work, research, thesis work, and extracurriculars. Paid for 20hr/wk
� Assist in a broad spectrum of research duties; notably, data collection via drone operations and visitor surveying, as well as report writing and data analysis.
� Coordinate logistics and travel for multiple research projects (vehicle use, finances, scheduling)
� Manage a team of undergraduate research assistants for multiple projects
� Interact with a diverse array of colleagues and professional contacts (professors, park managers, students, the local public, volunteers, etc.)
� Engage in public speaking for both research and thesis work on behalf of the university
Teaching Assistant; Ecotourism and Landscape Planning, UF August 2018 � Present
� Presents to students and assists with concerns both academic and personal. Unpaid, 10/wk
� Facilitate the daily and unexpected needs of the class and its lecturer (grading, lecturing, monitoring)
� Interface with undergraduate students in lecture hall, small group, and individual settings
� Plan and execute logistics for course and related field work (guest presenters, driving, food prep)
Salmon Camp Instructor; Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge (KNWR) � Kodiak, Alaska Summer 2018
� Planned and led lessons (K-8), with a focus on salmon, ecology, and the role of KNWR. Unpaid, 40hr/wk
� Fostered values of land stewardship, wildlife appreciation, and Leave No Trace principles to campers.
� Taught campers in both indoor/outdoor settings and a variety of weather conditions.
� Led outdoor hikes, games, camping, lessons, and bonfires with campers in Kodiak bear country.
� Drove 12- and 15-passenger vans for camp purposes.
� Travelled by plane to rural villages to lead remote camps within Alutiiq communities.
� Assisted with visitor services, outreach, and interpretation at the KNWR visitor center.
� Upheld the interests, mission, and image of KNWR while travelling and living within town.
Teaching Assistant; Dendrology Lab, UF � Gainesville, FL August 2017
� Assisted and led nature-walks to teach undergraduate-level plant-identification.
� Responsible for driving 12- and 15- passenger vans to and from field locations and campus.
Intern; Land Development Coordination, Mosaic Real Estate LLC � Ft. Collins, CO May � August 2017
� Monitored land development activity and managed consultants. 40hr/wk
� Assisted in planning, zoning, and researching city ordinances/codes.
� Prepared graphics/presentations for developmental hearings by Loveland City Hall.
Research Assistant; Independent Study, UF � Gainesville, FL July � August 2016
� Retrieved, analyzed, and discussed data on recreation values/habits in Alachua County, FL.
Intern; UF IFAS Extension Services � Brevard County, FL May � July 2016
� Assisted in water quality testing on the Indian River Lagoon. 40hr/wk
� Studied county ordinances and wrote fact-sheets to inform county residents.
� Designed lesson plans and led activities for the FL Master Naturalist Program.
Undergraduate Student/Researcher; Ecosystem Field Studies, UM � Boulder, CO June 2015 � July 2015
� Lived out of a wilderness basecamp and conducted field studies in the Colorado Rockies.
ACTIVITIES AND INVOLVEMENT
Member; Organic Gardening Co-operative, UF Fall 2019 � Present
� Use and maintain a number of power- and hand-tools for community garden upkeep
� Plan, plant, and maintain personal garden plot for food and ornamental crops
Vice President; UF Forestry Graduate Students Organization May 2019 - Present
� Plan and present social and professional events within the department.
Volunteer Surveyor; Florida National Scenic Trail Association and USFS Spring 2019
� Surveyed wilderness trail (class 1) and surrounding land for visitor-use impacts
� Collected, recorded, and presented data to the Florida Trail Association
Member; Xi Sigma Pi Forestry Honor Society March 2017 � Present
� Participate in service events and network with natural resource professionals.
President; UF Forestry Club April 2017 � May 2018
� Direct club meetings, handle finances, lead professional development.
� Handled the logistics of preparations and competed for UF in annual lumberjack sports.
Volunteer/Site Leader; Parks and Recreation, Gainesville, FL January 2018 - Present
� Organized, taught and lead volunteers at a city-wide invasive plant removal.
Vice President; UF Forestry Club August 2016 � March 2017
� Prepare club meetings and assist with leadership and team development.
Volunteer; Campus Green Roof, UF February 2016 � November 2017
� Assist a professor in maintenance and sustainability studies on the UF green roof.
Volunteer; Parks and Recreation, Gainesville, FL January 2017
� Assisted Gainesville City Parks in the removal of invasive plants.
Volunteer; Brevard Zoo, Brevard Oyster Restoration June 2016
� Assisted in the construction of oyster reefs to restore the Indian River Lagoon.
Volunteer; We Are Neutral, Alachua Conservation Trust February 2016
� Planted longleaf pine trees in Hawthorne, FL to offset CO2 emissions.
Team Leader and Member; Theatre Strike Force Improvisational Comedy Club August 2014 � May 2016
� Developed public speaking skills performing in a improv comedy group.
AWARDS AND HONORS
Graduated Cum Laude, School of Forest Resources and Conservation, UF, Spring 2018
Dean�s List Recipient, School of Forest Resources and Conservation, UF, Fall 2017
Newins & Ziegler Scholarship, School of Forest Resources and Conservation, UF, Fall 2017
Dean�s List Recipient, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, UF, Spring 2017
Outstanding Student in FRC, School of Forest Resources and Conservation, UF, Spring 2017
J.B. Adkins Memorial Scholarship, School of Forest Resources and Conservation, UF, Spring 2017
LaFontaine Fellowship, School of Forest Resources and Conservation, UF, Fall 2016
Dean�s List Recipient, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, UF, Spring 2016
TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS
Pilot License (107a): Small UAS, Federal Aviation Administration, Gainesville, FL 2019
General First Aid, US Coast Guard Fire Department of Kodiak, AK 2018
CPR, US Coast Guard Fire Department of Kodiak, AK 2018
Bear Safety and Awareness, Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge of the US Fish and Wildlife, 2018
Edible and Native Plants of Kodiak, Stacy Studebaker, Kodiak Public Library 2018
Aviation-100 Basic Aviation Safety, Interagency Aviation Training with the US Dept. of the Interior (US DOI)
Aviation-104 Overview of Aircraft Capabilities and Limitations, Interagency Aviation Training (US DOI)
Aviation-312 Water Ditching and Survival, Interagency Aviation Training (US DOI)
12-to-15 Passenger Van Certified, University of Florida 2016
or more information.
Frank Prince | ------------ |------------
EDUCATION
University of Florida (UF)
Bachelor of Science in Forest Resources and Conservation May 2018; GPA: 3.89
Master of Science in Forest Resources and Conservation ` (Expected) May 2020; GPA: 3.81
Degree Focus: Socio-Ecology of Natural Resources
WORK EXPERIENCE
Graduate Assistant; Recreation, Ecotourism, and Conservation Lab, UF August 2018 � Present
� Balance a fluid schedule of course work, research, thesis work, and extracurriculars. Paid for 20hr/wk
� Assist in a broad spectrum of research duties; notably, data collection via drone operations and visitor surveying, as well as report writing and data analysis.
� Coordinate logistics and travel for multiple research projects (vehicle use, finances, scheduling)
� Manage a team of undergraduate research assistants for multiple projects
� Interact with a diverse array of colleagues and professional contacts (professors, park managers, students, the local public, volunteers, etc.)
� Engage in public speaking for both research and thesis work on behalf of the university
Teaching Assistant; Ecotourism and Landscape Planning, UF August 2018 � Present
� Presents to students and assists with concerns both academic and personal. Unpaid, 10/wk
� Facilitate the daily and unexpected needs of the class and its lecturer (grading, lecturing, monitoring)
� Interface with undergraduate students in lecture hall, small group, and individual settings
� Plan and execute logistics for course and related field work (guest presenters, driving, food prep)
Salmon Camp Instructor; Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge (KNWR) � Kodiak, Alaska Summer 2018
� Planned and led lessons (K-8), with a focus on salmon, ecology, and the role of KNWR. Unpaid, 40hr/wk
� Fostered values of land stewardship, wildlife appreciation, and Leave No Trace principles to campers.
� Taught campers in both indoor/outdoor settings and a variety of weather conditions.
� Led outdoor hikes, games, camping, lessons, and bonfires with campers in Kodiak bear country.
� Drove 12- and 15-passenger vans for camp purposes.
� Travelled by plane to rural villages to lead remote camps within Alutiiq communities.
� Assisted with visitor services, outreach, and interpretation at the KNWR visitor center.
� Upheld the interests, mission, and image of KNWR while travelling and living within town.
Teaching Assistant; Dendrology Lab, UF � Gainesville, FL August 2017
� Assisted and led nature-walks to teach undergraduate-level plant-identification.
� Responsible for driving 12- and 15- passenger vans to and from field locations and campus.
Intern; Land Development Coordination, Mosaic Real Estate LLC � Ft. Collins, CO May � August 2017
� Monitored land development activity and managed consultants. 40hr/wk
� Assisted in planning, zoning, and researching city ordinances/codes.
� Prepared graphics/presentations for developmental hearings by Loveland City Hall.
Research Assistant; Independent Study, UF � Gainesville, FL July � August 2016
� Retrieved, analyzed, and discussed data on recreation values/habits in Alachua County, FL.
Intern; UF IFAS Extension Services � Brevard County, FL May � July 2016
� Assisted in water quality testing on the Indian River Lagoon. 40hr/wk
� Studied county ordinances and wrote fact-sheets to inform county residents.
� Designed lesson plans and led activities for the FL Master Naturalist Program.
Undergraduate Student/Researcher; Ecosystem Field Studies, UM � Boulder, CO June 2015 � July 2015
� Lived out of a wilderness basecamp and conducted field studies in the Colorado Rockies.
ACTIVITIES AND INVOLVEMENT
Member; Organic Gardening Co-operative, UF Fall 2019 � Present
� Use and maintain a number of power- and hand-tools for community garden upkeep
� Plan, plant, and maintain personal garden plot for food and ornamental crops
Vice President; UF Forestry Graduate Students Organization May 2019 - Present
� Plan and present social and professional events within the department.
Volunteer Surveyor; Florida National Scenic Trail Association and USFS Spring 2019
� Surveyed wilderness trail (class 1) and surrounding land for visitor-use impacts
� Collected, recorded, and presented data to the Florida Trail Association
Member; Xi Sigma Pi Forestry Honor Society March 2017 � Present
� Participate in service events and network with natural resource professionals.
President; UF Forestry Club April 2017 � May 2018
� Direct club meetings, handle finances, lead professional development.
� Handled the logistics of preparations and competed for UF in annual lumberjack sports.
Volunteer/Site Leader; Parks and Recreation, Gainesville, FL January 2018 - Present
� Organized, taught and lead volunteers at a city-wide invasive plant removal.
Vice President; UF Forestry Club August 2016 � March 2017
� Prepare club meetings and assist with leadership and team development.
Volunteer; Campus Green Roof, UF February 2016 � November 2017
� Assist a professor in maintenance and sustainability studies on the UF green roof.
Volunteer; Parks and Recreation, Gainesville, FL January 2017
� Assisted Gainesville City Parks in the removal of invasive plants.
Volunteer; Brevard Zoo, Brevard Oyster Restoration June 2016
� Assisted in the construction of oyster reefs to restore the Indian River Lagoon.
Volunteer; We Are Neutral, Alachua Conservation Trust February 2016
� Planted longleaf pine trees in Hawthorne, FL to offset CO2 emissions.
Team Leader and Member; Theatre Strike Force Improvisational Comedy Club August 2014 � May 2016
� Developed public speaking skills performing in a improv comedy group.
AWARDS AND HONORS
Graduated Cum Laude, School of Forest Resources and Conservation, UF, Spring 2018
Dean�s List Recipient, School of Forest Resources and Conservation, UF, Fall 2017
Newins & Ziegler Scholarship, School of Forest Resources and Conservation, UF, Fall 2017
Dean�s List Recipient, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, UF, Spring 2017
Outstanding Student in FRC, School of Forest Resources and Conservation, UF, Spring 2017
J.B. Adkins Memorial Scholarship, School of Forest Resources and Conservation, UF, Spring 2017
LaFontaine Fellowship, School of Forest Resources and Conservation, UF, Fall 2016
Dean�s List Recipient, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, UF, Spring 2016
TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS
Pilot License (107a): Small UAS, Federal Aviation Administration, Gainesville, FL 2019
General First Aid, US Coast Guard Fire Department of Kodiak, AK 2018
CPR, US Coast Guard Fire Department of Kodiak, AK 2018
Bear Safety and Awareness, Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge of the US Fish and Wildlife, 2018
Edible and Native Plants of Kodiak, Stacy Studebaker, Kodiak Public Library 2018
Aviation-100 Basic Aviation Safety, Interagency Aviation Training with the US Dept. of the Interior (US DOI)
Aviation-104 Overview of Aircraft Capabilities and Limitations, Interagency Aviation Training (US DOI)
Aviation-312 Water Ditching and Survival, Interagency Aviation Training (US DOI)
12-to-15 Passenger Van Certified, University of Florida 2016
or more information.