Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science & Public Policy
Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, GA05-2028
Open To Work
Ava Morrison
Atlanta
Summary
Dedicated and enthusiastic second-year student at Georgia Tech with a strong academic record. Strong analytical and interpersonal skills, known to be a good problem solver and collaborator. Creative, adaptable and eager to take on new challenges; seeking opportunities to grow professionally.
Education
Work History
Volunteer
AWARE Wildlife Rehab Center
Stonecrest
2025 - Current
- Assisted with rehabilitation and care for injured, orphaned wildlife during four-plus hour weekly volunteer shifts.
- Supported staff in daily operations to enhance organizational efficiency.
- Participated in educational outreach programs to promote wildlife awareness and conservation.
- Efficiently allocated limited labor and time resources in fast-paced environments.
Server
Cottonwood Estates
Alpharetta
2023 - 2024
- Delivered exceptional service to high volume of daily customers in local retirement home restaurant
- Trained new servers on restaurant procedures to enhance performance.
- Assumed leadership roles during frequent understaffing to ensure smooth operations.
- Utilized strong mediation skills to resolve customer complaints effectively.
Media/Photography Lead
Meals By Grace
Cumming
2022 - 2024
- Prominent unpaid leadership position, heavily involved with the founders and owners of a state-wide charity.
- Led and trained rotating groups of 10 to 20 volunteers each week.
- Responsible for photographing events, coordinating social media, and influencing marketing.
Skills
- Interdisciplinary analysis
- Adaptability and learning
- Team leadership
- Creative problem solving
- Public speaking and presentation
- Organized and efficient
Digital Literacy
- Python Fluent (including GlowScript modeling)
- R Fluent (population & ecological modeling)
- JavaScript Proficient
- Microsoft Office Proficient (including data analytics)
Achievements
- Awarded 3rd in the nation for Marketing impromptu public speaking event (FBLA)
- Cystic Fibrosis 65 Roses Champion - Over $3,000 personally raised for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
- Youngest Female Finisher of CF Foundation’s “Xtreme Hike” - 31 mile, 15 hour Appalachian Trail trek
- 14 years dance experience, performing for audiences of 250+ people