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"Education is one thing nobody can take away from you."
-Elen Nordegren

I have earned two bachelor's degrees from well-respected universities. I have a degree in Visual Communication: Photojournalism from Ohio State University and a degree in Geography Natural Resource Management and Environmental Studies with a minor in Geographical Information Systems from Texas State University. These qualifications showcase my diverse skill set and dedication to education. With this background, I am well-equipped to tackle challenges in many fields.

Education

2020-2023

Texas State University | San Marcos, Texas

Attained Bachelor's Degree in Geography Natural Resource and Environmental Studies from Texas State University, with a minor in Geographical Information Systems.

2005-2009

Ohio University | Athens, Ohio

Attained Bachelor's Degree in Visual Communication: Photojournalism from Ohio University (third-ranked school in the nation for the degree), with a specialization in English Creative Writing.

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Relevant Coursework

Geography

Geographical Information Systems

  • Introduction to Physical Geography

  • Research Methods

  • Global Environmental Change

  • Natural Resource Use and Management

  • Water Resources

  • Economic Geography

  • Urban Geography

  • Political Geography

  • Parks and Recreation Administration

  • Fundamentals of GIS

  • Advanced GIS

  • Remote Sensing and Earth Observsation

  • Maps and Map Making

  • Advanced Cartographic Design

Writing

  • News Writing

  • English Literature

  • Modern Online Journalism 

Photography

  • Introduction to Photojournalism

  • Intermediate Photojournalism

  • Advanced Photojournalism

  • Field School

  • Small System Lighting

  • Black and White Photography

  • InDesign

  • Fundamentals of Photoshop

  • Advanced Photoshop

  • Video and Sound

  • Magazine Photography

  • Fine Arts Photography

  • Perspectives on Argument

  • Introduction to Creative Writing

  • Intermediate Creative Writing

  • Advanced Creative Writing

  • Telecommunication

  • Precision Language

  • Journalism Ethics and Law

Certifications/Accolades 

Certifications

  • HAM radio technician class license

  • National Incident Management Certified

  • Wilderness First Aid Certified

  • First Aid Certified

  • Second-degree black belt Sikaron Karate

  • Environmental Systems Resource Institute (ESRI) numerous certifications

Accolades

  • 5 first place awards at Hoosier State Press Association and Associated Press Managing Editors

  • Runner-up winner for Photo of the Year from the Associated Press Managing Editors

  • Ohio's 2009 "Just Like You" award winner

  • Inducted into the National Martial Arts Association Hall of Fame 2013

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