Yana Slabakov
Education:
The College of Natural Resources - The University of California at Berkeley
2014-2018
Environmental Economics and Policy BS
Conservation and Resources Studies Minor, English Minor
Research Experience:
Undergraduate Research Assistant - Mills Lab
September 2017 � May 2018
� Developed experiments to test induced plant defense capabilities against invasive species
� Maintained and inspected groups of Light Brown Apple moth at various life stages
� Classified insect specimens according to corresponding data for eventual museum display
Summer Fellow - Research Apprentice Stipend Award
Summer 2017
� Initiated independent research to investigate policy dynamics of various lethal and non-lethal predator control methods and valuated economic costs and benefits of alternative approaches
Wetland Ecology Research - UC Davis Summer Abroad
Summer 2017
� Enhanced understanding of links between ecological and social issues at Lake Atitlan in Guatemala by developing relationships with stakeholders through cultural/language barriers
� Explored lake biogeochemistry and wetland ecosystem dynamics through lab and field work
Undergraduate Research Apprentice - Brashares Lab
January 2016 � May 2017
� Analyzed camera trap data to determine species presence and predator-prey dynamics
� Conducted hands-on fieldwork, including transect sampling and wildlife camera trap monitoring
Work Experience
Administrative Assistant - Cal Catering, Events, and Conferences
September 2016 � May 2018
� Built relationships with clients by assessing client needs and coordinating event planning
� Maintained financial records for office, managed incoming invoices, point of contact for inquiries
Campaigns Intern - The Climate Reality Project
Summer 2016
� Testified to the Bureau of Land Management at public hearing regarding federal coal reform
� Recruited community leaders and initiated a Denver Day of Action to fortify public support
� Gained hands-on experience in event and campaign organizing, leadership, and teambuilding
Community Involvement:
Project Leader and Team Member - Design for America
January 2016 � December 2017
� Implemented the human-centered design process to critically assess relevant community issues such as lack of tech literacy among senior citizens and excess water use in campus labs
� Facilitated and planned team meetings, contacted community partners, ideated design outcomes
Alpha Phi Omega National Service Fraternity
January 2015 � December 2016
� Organized and led several community service projects � over 100 total hours of service
� Initiated new service events, corresponded with event coordinators, oversaw chapter calendar
Awards:
Research Apprentice Stipend Award 2017
Nominated by faculty mentor to conduct independent research on human-wildlife conflict
Leadership Award - Cal Alumni Student Association
Merit-based scholarship for the 2015-2016 academic year
Education:
The College of Natural Resources - The University of California at Berkeley
2014-2018
Environmental Economics and Policy BS
Conservation and Resources Studies Minor, English Minor
Research Experience:
Undergraduate Research Assistant - Mills Lab
September 2017 � May 2018
� Developed experiments to test induced plant defense capabilities against invasive species
� Maintained and inspected groups of Light Brown Apple moth at various life stages
� Classified insect specimens according to corresponding data for eventual museum display
Summer Fellow - Research Apprentice Stipend Award
Summer 2017
� Initiated independent research to investigate policy dynamics of various lethal and non-lethal predator control methods and valuated economic costs and benefits of alternative approaches
Wetland Ecology Research - UC Davis Summer Abroad
Summer 2017
� Enhanced understanding of links between ecological and social issues at Lake Atitlan in Guatemala by developing relationships with stakeholders through cultural/language barriers
� Explored lake biogeochemistry and wetland ecosystem dynamics through lab and field work
Undergraduate Research Apprentice - Brashares Lab
January 2016 � May 2017
� Analyzed camera trap data to determine species presence and predator-prey dynamics
� Conducted hands-on fieldwork, including transect sampling and wildlife camera trap monitoring
Work Experience
Administrative Assistant - Cal Catering, Events, and Conferences
September 2016 � May 2018
� Built relationships with clients by assessing client needs and coordinating event planning
� Maintained financial records for office, managed incoming invoices, point of contact for inquiries
Campaigns Intern - The Climate Reality Project
Summer 2016
� Testified to the Bureau of Land Management at public hearing regarding federal coal reform
� Recruited community leaders and initiated a Denver Day of Action to fortify public support
� Gained hands-on experience in event and campaign organizing, leadership, and teambuilding
Community Involvement:
Project Leader and Team Member - Design for America
January 2016 � December 2017
� Implemented the human-centered design process to critically assess relevant community issues such as lack of tech literacy among senior citizens and excess water use in campus labs
� Facilitated and planned team meetings, contacted community partners, ideated design outcomes
Alpha Phi Omega National Service Fraternity
January 2015 � December 2016
� Organized and led several community service projects � over 100 total hours of service
� Initiated new service events, corresponded with event coordinators, oversaw chapter calendar
Awards:
Research Apprentice Stipend Award 2017
Nominated by faculty mentor to conduct independent research on human-wildlife conflict
Leadership Award - Cal Alumni Student Association
Merit-based scholarship for the 2015-2016 academic year