1. Matthew R. Brockelman
813 Willowcreek Dr. • Jacksonville, TX 75766 • (903) 570-5848 • mrbrockelman@hotmail.com
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OBJECTIVE
To obtain an entry-level position to utilize my knowledge in the field of ecology and evolutionary
biology after graduation.
EDUCATION
Stephen F. Austin State University, Nacogdoches, TX
Bachelor of Science in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, August 2013-December 2016
Minor in Geology
Relevant Coursework: Field Ecology, Behavioral Ecology, Terrestrial Plant Ecology,
Engineering Geology, Invertebrate Paleontology
Cumulative GPR: 2.536
Jacksonville College, Jacksonville, TX
General Studies
August 2012-May 2013
EXPERIENCE
Newks Eatery, Nacogdoches, TX
Expeditor, October 2013-Present
• Coordinate food stations to ensure food is delivered correctly and quickly.
• Use customer service skills to help keep customers satisfied.
• Took part in helping restaurant win Franchise of the Year.
• Assists in training and development of new hires.
• Worked 25-30 hours a week while taking 12-15 hours of university courses.
Best Western Plus Executive Inn & Suites, Jacksonville, TX
Front Desk Agent, June 2012-July 2013
• Coordinated daily housekeeping duties and maintenance issues.
• First point of contact with guests and handle all stages of their stay.
• Worked with hotel computer system to ensure correct guest information and special
requests.
Catfish King, Jacksonville, TX
Fry Cook, March 2012-June 2012
• Weighed, measured, and prepared food before serving to customers.
• Assisted in cleaning and following sanitation regulations.
SKILLS
JMP Pro10 Software
Microsoft Office Software
PERSONAL RESEARCH PROJECT
Formulated and organized a research project for behavioral ecology course, “Dependency on
Pheromone Trails in Ants,” in which I collected and ran analyses on the data using JMP software.
ORGANIZATIONS & ACTIVITIES
Stallings Drive Church of Christ, August 2014-Present