ACADEMIC

Graduate Student in Information Communication Technology
University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY (2019 – current) 

• Working towards a graduate degree
• Building upon previous and current professional experience via coursework
• Acquiring a wider breadth of understanding of the history and current uses of ICTs

 
Graduate Certificate in Digital Mapping
University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY (2017 – 2019) 

• Completed a graduate certificate course in digital mapping
• Enhanced programming skills with applications to geospatial solutions
• Gained exposure to open source technologies

 
Non-Degree Seeking Student 
University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY (2014 – 2017) 

• Completed a course every academic semester as a permanent UK employee per the EEP program
• Have completed Computer Science (CS115, CS215), Lap Swimming (KHP 126), Real Estate (FIN 360), Independent Study: Yoga Anatomy (ANA 503), Anatomy (ANA 209)
• Designed a 3 credit Independent Study in Yoga & Anatomy with access to Med Center resources and with guidance from Dr. Samuel Franklin

 
Yoga Teacher Training
Lexington Healing Arts Academy, Lexington, KY (2013-2014)

• Received certification to become a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT 200)
• Explored the anatomy of the human body in the context of therapeutic yoga practice
• Negotiated a bulk order of high quality yoga blankets with the El Paso Saddleblanket Company

 
B.S. Applied Geography and Geographic Information Systems    
Minors: 1) Spanish 2) Latin American Studies     
University of Louisville, Louisville, KY (2012) GPA 3.5, Major GPA 3.7

• Consistent application of ArcGIS and statistical methods to study spatial relationships inside of and beyond Geography courses
• Completed a senior thesis, “A Sustainability Assessment for the Louisville Metropolitan Statistical Area” using demographic, statistical, and remote sensing methods
• Immersed in academic and cultural studies for 6 months in Nicaragua (www.shlabalahsondea.wordpress.com)
• As President of the Geography and Geosciences Club, organized excursions and guest speakers
• Membership with Gamma Theta Upsilon, the Geographer’s Honor Society

 

 
Comprehensive High School Diploma with Honors   
Grant County High School, Dry Ridge, KY (2007) GPA: 3.6

• Consistently received high test and portfolio marks
• Member: Academic Team (FPS), Soccer Team (I was really terrible), Young Professionals, Student Council (President, 1 year)
• Musician: Played violin and viola, competed in a group and individually, attended the Stephen Foster Music Camp
• Selected to attend the Governor’s Scholar Program
• Challenged norms and expectations in rural Kentucky
  

PROFESSIONAL

Administration
 SuperVision Training, 14 1-4 hour classes (2013-2014)
 College Business Management Institute, 1 week (2017)
 College Business Management Institute, 1 week (2016)
 College Business Management Institute, 1 week (2015)
 
 
Leadership
Experienced Leader Academy, 10-week series (2017)
 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, 2 days (2017) 
 
 
Technology
 GIS and LiDAR: A Workshop for Geospatial Professionals (2018)
 Introduction to Geoprocessing Scripts Using Python, 3 days (2017)
 GIS and Project Management, 8 hours (2016)
 Geoprocessing with Python Scripting and Model Builder in ArcGIS 10.1, 4 hours (2013)
 Microsoft Access: Introduction, 2.5 hours (2013)
Dreamweaver CS5: Introduction & Designing with CSS, 5.5 hours (2012)
 
 
Yoga
An Afternoon of Mindfulness, Meditation, and Deep Rest, 3 hours (2017)
Yoga Anatomy on Breath, Bandhas, the Spine, Body Structure with Leslie Kaminoff, 2 days (2017)
The Four Corners and the ‘Core’ with Doug Keller, 2 hours (2016)
Teaching a Safe Vinyasa Class with Kimberly Esteran, 7 hours (2015)
Tennis Ball Therapy for Hydrating your Fascia and Restoring Wellness with Karen DiGirolamo, 3 hours (2014)

CONFERENCES

Presentations
 “Neighborhood Delineation and Asset Access in Lexington, Kentucky.” Kentucky GIS Conference (2019).
 “Mural Map: A Story Map Tour and More for Lexington, Kentucky.” Esri International User Conference (2016).
 “A Sustainability Assessment for the Louisville Metropolitan Statistical Area.” Association for American Geographers Annual Conference (2011).
 
 
Participation
Esri User Conference (2020)
 Kentucky Association of Mapping Professionals (2019)
 American Planning Association – Kentucky Chapter (2019)
 International Geographical Union (2018)
 American Association of Geographers (2018)
 Esri International User Conference (2016)
 Kentucky Association of Mapping Professionals (2012)
 Association of American Geographers (2011)
 

PERSONAL

Learning – I have the privilege of access to resources and the capacity to learn which I use
Wellness –cycling, swimming, weight training, running, hiking, yoga, mindfulness, sleeping
 Gardening – Growing flowers and food for nourishment
 Music – Recreationally play viola, mandola, guitar, dulcimer, vocal chords, and other fun things
 Spanish - Maintain Spanish language fluency via conversation and literature
 Travel – National and international travel expands experiences and understanding