Michaela Koretko (Plain Text Resume)
Personal Statement
As the scientific and medical landscapes become more complicated, the need to communicate complex concepts becomes increasingly important. I am a multidisciplinary representative of this necessity, with biological understanding phrased in a journalistic simplicity suitable for representing scientific, health and pharmaceutical groups.
Summary of Skills
Related Experience
Undergraduate Research Assistant (Pilon-Smits Plant Lab) 03/2015-Current
JUR (Journal of Undergraduate Research) Associate Editor 11/2013-Current
Undergraduate Research Assistant (Stacy Endriss' DDIG Project) 05/2015-09/2015
Mentor for CSU Communications Institute 06/2015
Articles Published
“Ruby Horsethief Canyon: A Beginner’s First Run on the Colorado River” 04/2015
“Double Majors: When interests intersect in unexpected ways” Spring 2015
Education
Colorado State University, Fort Collins Expected Graduation: 05/2016
Ridgeview Classical Schools High School, Fort Collins 09/2008-05/2012
Work Experience
Certified Trainer at Panera Bread Company, Fort Collins 01/2013-Current
As the scientific and medical landscapes become more complicated, the need to communicate complex concepts becomes increasingly important. I am a multidisciplinary representative of this necessity, with biological understanding phrased in a journalistic simplicity suitable for representing scientific, health and pharmaceutical groups.
Summary of Skills
- Organized individual
- Self-driven personality
- Effective scientific communicator
- Deadline-oriented team member
- Curious, critical thinker
- Proactive learner
Related Experience
Undergraduate Research Assistant (Pilon-Smits Plant Lab) 03/2015-Current
- Plants Arabidopsis lines to confirm copper transport mutants
- Works with sterile technique to propagate mutant poplars and Arabidopsis on sugar media
- Performs DNA and protein tests (PCR, gel electrophoresis, and Western Blotting) on iron mutant plant lines
JUR (Journal of Undergraduate Research) Associate Editor 11/2013-Current
- Decides whether or not scientific papers are worthy of preparation for publication
- Prepares undergraduate biology papers for publication
- Cooperates with graduate, undergraduate and professor referees for editing
Undergraduate Research Assistant (Stacy Endriss' DDIG Project) 05/2015-09/2015
- Arranged and randomized beds of 1000+ plants for testing plant defense theory
- Gathered measurements and data for three separate harvests
- Maintained common mullein in shade houses
Mentor for CSU Communications Institute 06/2015
- Tutored underprivileged high schoolers in writing, photography and video editing labs
- Coordinated social media for students during workshop
- Supervised students in dormitory environment
Articles Published
“Ruby Horsethief Canyon: A Beginner’s First Run on the Colorado River” 04/2015
- Published in Grand Valley Magazine
- Described a kayaking adventure from Summer 2014
- Included 3 photos plus accessories in two double-paged layouts
“Double Majors: When interests intersect in unexpected ways” Spring 2015
- Published in the Journal of Undergraduate Research and Scholarly Excellence
- Described, in editorial style, the unique approaches and challenges of double majors
Education
Colorado State University, Fort Collins Expected Graduation: 05/2016
- Earning bachelor’s degrees in journalism and biology as a 3.72 GPA honors student
- Appearing on Dean’s list for 5 semesters
- Concentrating on molecular, cellular, genetic biology with proficiency in genetic analysis
- Focusing on print journalism with Microsoft, Adobe, web design, photography, PR, and video proficiencies
Ridgeview Classical Schools High School, Fort Collins 09/2008-05/2012
- Tutor for writing and biology (4 years)
- Five academic awards
- Moral character award
- 3.9 GPA
- Graduated with high honors
- Emphasis on reasoning and writing
Work Experience
Certified Trainer at Panera Bread Company, Fort Collins 01/2013-Current
- Trains new employees
- Creates job-aids for new employees
- Operates register, makes food, maintains cleanliness in cafe