1. Marc A. Amante II
marcamante@gmail.com
616-264-2017
1335 Williamson St. Apt. 3
Madison, WI 53703
Education
University ofWisconsin-Madison Madison, WI
Joint Master of Science in Horticulture and Agroecology Expected December 2015
The University ofChicago Chicago, IL
Bachelor of the Arts with Honorsin Environmental Studies June 2010
Minor in Biological Sciences Cumulative GPA: 3.3727/4.0000
Experience
University ofWI Arboretum Madison, WI
Volunteer TeamLeader March 2015-Present
 Learned management techniques for the restoration of native plant communities
 Learned plant identification, ecological theory, and phonological observation skills.
 Helped lead groups of volunteers to remove invasive species,clear brush, and preserve
the Arboretum grounds while providing educational information.
 Promoted the Arboretum’s goal of preserving the land, enriching the community, and
fostering the land ethic in conversations with volunteers.
University ofWI-Madison Madison, WI
Teaching/Research Assistant August 2013-Present
 Prepared and leading laboratory exercises for introductory Horticulture class
 Graded exams and homework assignments
 Prepared tissue cultures, RNA samples, and DNA samples of Rosa spp.
 Identified wild Rosa spp. and collecting fruit for analysis of size, color, and nutrient
content to determine potential value of improvement for the native plant landscaping and
plant-supplement industries
 Practiced appropriate laboratory safety for the handling of chemicals and plant material
as appropriate for a Biosafety Level 1 laboratory
 Designed and led teams of students in the installation of a native plant community in
Waterloo, WI
Grand Alpaca Company Grand Rapids, MI
Farmhand/Helper September 2012-March 2013
 Cleaned barns, moving feed, and assisting with the maintenance of the farm and livestock
 Provided generallabor assistance as needed
 Operated small to medium machinery (skidster, gator, etc.)
Backyard Ecosystems,LLC Grand Rapids, MI
Founding Partnerand Co-owner June 2011-August 2014
 Designed sustainable and edible landscapes for clients
 Installed and performing maintenance on said landscapes
 Consulted with clients about best practices for maintaining a healthy landscape
 Researched sustainable and environmentally friendly methods of modifying and
maintaining landscapes on home and commercial levels
 Managed business budget, supply inventories, and operations
 Worked with clients to achieve desired goals within their budgets
Trillium Haven Farm Jension, MI
Farmhand/Intern May 2011-November 2011
 Performed farm tasks such as seeding, transplanting, harvesting, washing, and weeding
all of the various crops at a local farm using organic practices

2.  Sold produce and potted plants at the farm’s market stall
 Learned to operate tractors and related machinery
University ofChicago Biological Sciences Division Chicago, IL
Teaching Assistant for Core Biology Course September 2009-June 2010
 Taught introductory level biology to students under head instructor. Topics included
genetics, ecology, evolution, physiology, and cell biology.
 Lead laboratory exercises
 Graded homework and in-lab assignments
 Assisted students with any difficulties that they had with the assignments
Genesis Growers St. Anne, IL
Intern and Farmhand June 2009 – September 2009
 Performed numerous activities necessary for smooth operation of an organic farm
including, but not limited to, seed starting, picking, washing, weeding, and selling
produce at market
 Helped develop the parameters and methods of a study on the energy efficiency of small-
scale, diversified agriculture being conducted by the University of Chicago Department
of Geophysical Sciences
 Collected data on harvest, labor, fuel, and material usage for the aforementioned study.
 Performed Life-Cycle Analyses on severalmaterials present on this and other farms in
the study.
 Wrote a summarizing report on the energy efficiency of the Genesis Growers farm.
University ofChicago Hospitals Chicago, IL
Assistant Laboratory Technician, Section of Dermatology Oct. 2006 – June 2008
 Performed genotyping and molecular cloning experiments on mouse genes
 Used vital laboratory techniques including PCR,restriction enzyme digests, mini-, midi-,
and maxi-preps, and bacterial cultivation
 Collected and organized experimental data for the lab’s archive
 Practiced appropriate laboratory safety for the handling of chemicals and animal material
as appropriate for a Biosafety Level 1 laboratory
Skills
 Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite of programs
Awards
 Received the Wisconsin Flower Growers Distinguished Graduate Fellowship to pursue
research on roses at the University of Wisconsin-Madison
 Received a 2014 Center for Integrated Agricultural Systems minigrant to design and plant
a native perennial garden in a public park in Waterloo, WI
Research
 “Can’t We All Just Eat Local? A Feasibility Study for Two Midwestern Cities” Honors
Bachelor Thesis
Professional Accomplishments
 Designed, installed, and maintained 5 landscapes on sustainable principles with edibility
as a focus in the greater Grand Rapids, MI area since 2010.
 Provided designs and consultation for sustainable designs in West Bloomfield, MI.
 Served on the Economicology Implementation Committee at City High School in Grand
Rapids, MI