Christina Lindsay Blanchard is seeking an entry-level position in the animal industry. She has a B.S. in Animal Science from North Carolina A&T State University with a 3.4 GPA. She has internship experience at NC A&T's Small Ruminant Research Unit and University Event Center. She also has volunteer experience as an equine instructor for Dream Power Therapy and Special Olympics of North Carolina. Her skills include equine care, facility maintenance, handling livestock, blood and fecal sampling, and computer proficiency.

1. CHRISTINA LINDSAY BLANCHARD
Clblanchard@aggies.ncat.edu
OBJECTIVE
To obtain an entry-level position in the animal industry that will increase knowledge to achieve company goals while gaining
real-world experiences.
EDUCATION
North Carolina A&T State University,
B.S. Animal Science (Animal Industry), GPA-3.4/4.0Greensboro, NC December 2020
North Carolina A&T State University, Department of Animal Sciences Equine Certificate Program
Student, GPA-3.4/4.0 December 2020
• Study of the fundamentals of equine facility management, record keeping, and husbandry.
• Study of the anatomy, physiology, health, and reproductive processes of horses.
INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE
North Carolina A&T State University Small Ruminant Research Unit
Student Intern January 2020-Present
• Responsible for small ruminant care and facility maintenance.
• Participates in the collection of blood and fecal samples, culling procedures, castrations, palpation, and the diagnosis
of ruminant parasites.
North Carolina A&T State University, University Event Center,
Event Scheduler-Intern May 2018-January 2019
• Provided exceptional customer service while maintaining a positive and professional attitude.
• Maintained communication with guests, event requestors and building representatives regarding the reservation of
academic and non-academic spaces on campus.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Dream Power Therapy, Inc.-Volunteer Equine Instructor October 2016-May 2017
• Assisted lead instructor and program facilitator in providing therapeutic horsemanship and riding instruction to those
who are physically and or mentally disabled.
• Provided exceptional equine care and assistance in facility maintenance, husbandry, riding instruction, and exercise.
Special Olympics of North Carolina,
Equine Instructor, Coach, and Chaperone June 2017-September 2017
• Created a positive learning environment where handicapped athletes learned sportsmanship, skill development,
teamwork, and responsibility.
• Responsible for the athletes during riding lessons and state competitions as guardian and chaperone and provided
proper first aid if injuries occurred.
HONORS AND AWARDS
Alpha Lambda Delta Honors Society April 2017-April 2018
• Awarded for academic achievement.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Experienced equestrian and riding instructor with proficient skills in facility maintenance, equine husbandry as well as
the handling, restraint and custodial care of various types of livestock and domesticated animals.
• Experienced in inoculation, castration, blood and fecal sampling, and physical palpation of domesticated livestock
with advanced knowledge of mammalian anatomy, physiology, and reproductive processes.
• Advanced computer skills including networking, communications, proficiency in Microsoft, Excel, and Access.
• Intermediate Spanish.

2. REFERENCES
• Monica Keyes
UEC Scheduler
NC A&T Student Center
336.285.2580
Intern Supervisor
• Blake Thompson
Livestock Facility Manager
NC A&T Small Ruminant Research Unit
919.309.5090
Intern Supervisor
• Natalie Williams
General Manager
Barnes & Noble
336.854.4200
Professional Supervisor