Professional Growth
A fulfilling personal journey and life experiences prepared me for a path to a rewarding contribution; it is my genuine desire to impress on young adults the benefits of engaging in intellectual activities and the bliss of pursuing creative outlets that can foster life- long endevours. To this day, I relish in learning new things, and enjoy sharing knowledge with others.
Travels
In early 2010, a short stay in Central America was instrumental in a pledge to seek out new ways to self- enrichment. I traveled solo for a month- long breathing space, so to speak, and exposed myself to creative ways of relating and understanding a way of life different than what I had known. Staying with a gracious host family who spoke no english, and partaking in sea turtle conservation projects in Ostional Biological Facility with the community did just that. With a reciprocative approach, it allowed me to learn about their customs, which transparently, was quite comparable to my life as a child growing up in the Philippines.
Eye- Opening Experience
But, perhaps, the defining life experience that prompted the desire to turn knowledge- sharing to a life- long assignment became too affecting to discount when, in early 2009, I was relocated to Marin County to work as field biologist/ volunteer with Salmon Protection and Watershed Network (SPAWN). I was charged with leading weekend restoration projects which required me to work alongside community leaders and local volunteers. Our objective was to actively exhibit our role as environmental stewards and to stress the significance of conservation, preservation and community service. In addition, I spent six weeks teaching at the Lagunitas School the physical nature of cycles- earth, water, and life, as well as the life cycle of the Coho Salmon. Our curriculum included field trips to nearby bodies of water where I prepared applicable activities pertinent to their understanding of the lesson at hand.
Lively and rewarding interaction with enthusiasts was the incentive that pushed me to shift gears from Field/ Environmental Biology and to obtain a position in Education. Overall, I believe a combination of having certain personal attributes, with a passion to learn and with enough exposure to public engagement, I have accumulated valuable life experience to be a positive figure, and to effectively motivate students to want to achieve something rewarding.
Travels
In early 2010, a short stay in Central America was instrumental in a pledge to seek out new ways to self- enrichment. I traveled solo for a month- long breathing space, so to speak, and exposed myself to creative ways of relating and understanding a way of life different than what I had known. Staying with a gracious host family who spoke no english, and partaking in sea turtle conservation projects in Ostional Biological Facility with the community did just that. With a reciprocative approach, it allowed me to learn about their customs, which transparently, was quite comparable to my life as a child growing up in the Philippines.
Eye- Opening Experience
But, perhaps, the defining life experience that prompted the desire to turn knowledge- sharing to a life- long assignment became too affecting to discount when, in early 2009, I was relocated to Marin County to work as field biologist/ volunteer with Salmon Protection and Watershed Network (SPAWN). I was charged with leading weekend restoration projects which required me to work alongside community leaders and local volunteers. Our objective was to actively exhibit our role as environmental stewards and to stress the significance of conservation, preservation and community service. In addition, I spent six weeks teaching at the Lagunitas School the physical nature of cycles- earth, water, and life, as well as the life cycle of the Coho Salmon. Our curriculum included field trips to nearby bodies of water where I prepared applicable activities pertinent to their understanding of the lesson at hand.
Lively and rewarding interaction with enthusiasts was the incentive that pushed me to shift gears from Field/ Environmental Biology and to obtain a position in Education. Overall, I believe a combination of having certain personal attributes, with a passion to learn and with enough exposure to public engagement, I have accumulated valuable life experience to be a positive figure, and to effectively motivate students to want to achieve something rewarding.
Internship with Americorps/ SPAWN
The Salmon Protection and Watershed Network is an award-winning, science-based watershed protection organization that engages community members to take action in order to help the salmon recover and thrive.
I enjoy traveling and learning new things as I go; whether going solo or with company, nothing compares to the thrill of knowing I am far away with only a backpack, and an open mind!
Swim With The Fishes!
Received SCUBA certification in 2007. I would love to dive more often!
Cave Diving
Cave Diving, Snorkeling in Beautiful Boracay Island.
Boracay is now one of the most popular beaches in the world; its pristine turquoise waters and white sands have made it a favorite tourist destination.
Boracay is now one of the most popular beaches in the world; its pristine turquoise waters and white sands have made it a favorite tourist destination.
Rock Climbing
Rock Climbing, Sierra Nevada, 2009
Parasailing 500 ft above Boracay Island.
Ziplining in Costa Rica, 2010
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Nature Photography
Puerto Princesa, Palawan, 2010
Featured in the Fresno Bee Travel Section