1. Lauren Kruger lnk79@humboldt.edu | 541-390-5586
Education
Humboldt State University GPA: 3.16
Zoology Major Graduation: Spring 2015
Wildlife Minor
Honors: Graduated Summit High School with Honors Diploma 2011, AP Scholar 2010-11.
Environmental Education Work Experience
Interpretive Guide September 2011-December 2012
Friends of the Dunes Arcata,California
Lead 15-20 children on interpretive hikes, learned natural history/ecology of area,taught children about
how to preserve the dunes, used conservation techniques to remove invasive species (European beach
grass,ice plant, etc.),practiced knowledge of animal tracking, botany and ecology when teaching
children: identified specific fauna evidence, how to preserve endangered plant species, schooled in dune
ecology, cleaned, organized and created displays in the Friends of the Dunes Interpretive Center for
public education.
Naturalist Intern June 2010-August 2010
Sunriver Nature Center Sunriver, Oregon
Prepared and instructed environmental education classes of 15-20 children, enriched the public with
Natural History Interpretive talks (20-50 people), accomplished raptor glove handling, practiced bird of
prey feeding techniques, cleaned raptor enclosures, administered rehab practices to injured raptors: prey
baiting, supervised aviary flight and tethered glove training, herp. care:cleaning displays, feeding and
looking for disease, assisted herpetologist in researching frog leeches: collected frogs, leeches, pond
matter, lead Interpretive hikes/birdwatching for the public.
Animal Handling Experience
Veterinary Office Kennel Assistant August 2009-December 2010
Central Oregon Animal Hospital Bend, Oregon
Cleaned kennels, office and surgery tables, sterilized tools and surgery drapes, administered medication:
oral liquid, oral pill and superficial injection, fed boarding animals, groomed animals in the clinic:
washing, drying, walked boarding animals, examined/recorded feces/urine for abnormalities, assisted
veterinary technicians with animals during medication administration, IVs,surgery prep and
euthanizations: learned techniques to sooth animals, recognize aggression and restrain resistance to
procedures.
Animal Care/Surgery Pack Intern September 2010-June 2011
Bend Spay & Neuter Project Bend, Oregon
Sterilized surgery tools/drapes/packs with autoclave, handled animals being prepped for surgery,
monitored animals’ food/water depending on when surgery was scheduled, educated clients/general
public about the non-profit Spay & Neuter Project, sterilized cages/kennels, assisted techs with reviving
animals after anesthesia.
Animal Care Volunteer Sept. 2007-Sept 2011
Humane Society of Central Oregon Bend, Oregon
Fed animals, walked dogs, handled/played with cats for socialization, cleaned various kennels/cages.
socialized small animals, tabled social events for the Humane Society: educated public and familiarized
people with “adoption-first” ideals.

2. 4-H Poultry Club President Sept. 2002-2009
Central Oregon 4-H Bend, Oregon
Extensive animal care experience,breeding, cultivating and showmanship of hand-raised poultry. Taught
members of the club how to take care of animals, properly exhibit specimens, treat illness, groom and
raise animals from home-breeding projects. Many years of experience with handling birds, recognizing
illness, behavior and dietary needs.
Field Research Experience
American Kestrel Conservation Field Research Intern May/June 2010
Oregon State University of the Cascades Bend, Oregon
Monitored American Kestrelsample population in Central Oregon: visited nest box sites, counted number
of eggs/offspring, recognized health of individual chicks, collected data on size, health of chicks, recorded
nest parasitism/infestation, banded Am.Kestrelchicks.
Sea Turtle Conservation Volunteer June 2011
Archelon Conservation Society Peloponnese, Greece
Monitored endangered Loggerhead Sea Turtles on the Peloponnese Islands of Greece; specifically
Gythio/Metlemi Beach,examined beaches,identified tracks,dug for nests, recorded egg data, constructed
predator-proof nest covers,educated public about Archelon’s conservation efforts, worked concession
booth to benefit organization.
Leadership Experience
Leading Sales Associate Apr. 2011-present
Old Navy Bend, Oregon
Work closely with store managers, customer service, train new employees, apply conflict resolution skills
with customers, educate clients about product, encourage enthusiasm of other sales associates,work
individually and in groups on specific tasks,listen to and complete requests from managers, always make
sure customer is satisfied with service.
President Sept 2009-June 2011
Roots&Shoots Club Bend, Oregon
Lead club meetings, decided what volunteer organizations the club would work for, organized school-
wide events: Earth week,recycling competitions, canned food drives, worked with local businesses to
educate the public about environmentally-friendly practices.
Volunteer Coordinator Sept. 2007-June 2011
National Honors Society Bend, Oregon
Organized volunteer efforts,instructed members where they could gain vital volunteer hours, maintained
data/time sheets on every members’ volunteer services.
Team Captain Sept. 2009-Dec. 2009/ Dec. 2009-June 2011
High School Girls Soccer/Ultimate Frisbee Team Bend, Oregon
Practiced leadership skills: lead warm-ups, demonstrated encouragement/good sportsmanship, conducted
cool-downs, spoke with referees on behalf of the team.
Animal-Handling Skills:
Adept to recognizing animal behavior: aggression, submission, play, socialization; practiced in safety
precautions for handling potentially dangerous animals (raptors, cats,dogs, snakes),capable of safely
restraining combative individuals, able to distinguish/diagnose healthy animals from sick or injured,
ability to i.d. birds in the field with field guide/binoculars understand methods of euthanasia for ethical

3. conservation/preservation purposes.
Computer Skills:
Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Statistics software (Minitab), proficient typing skills (60wpm), cash
register experience.
Business Skills:
Customer service experience, sales associate,conflict diffusion, work well in team setting, self-motivated.
Language Skills:
Partial French speaker (AP French in High School; four years).
Pertinent Coursework:
AP Biology, Botany, Zoology, General Chemistry, Calculus for the Biological Sciences,Bio Statistics,
Physics, Biological Applications of Physics, Ornithology, Genetics.
References:
Mark A. Colwell, PhD.
Professor of Ornithology
Humboldt State University
1 Harpst st. Arcata,CA 95521
(707)826-3723
Suzanne Fortner,
Volunteer Coordinator
Friends of the Dunes
220 Stamps Ln Manila, CA 95521
(707)444-1397
Holly Hakala,
Customer Service Manager
Old Navy
2600 U.S. 20 Bend, OR 97701
(541) 382-5346