Holly Stevens has a Bachelor's degree in Forensic Biology and an Associate's degree in Zoo and Aquarium Science. She has extensive experience in forensic laboratory techniques such as DNA profiling and analyzing chromatograms. Her coursework covered topics like forensic chemistry, genetics, and anthropology. She has worked as a veterinary technician providing medical care, administering medications, assisting in surgeries, and managing treatment records. Additionally, she has experience in public speaking, grant writing, and working with volunteers through her role with AmeriCorps VISTA.

1. Holly A. Stevens
stevensha@guilford.edu • 336-337-0321 • Greensboro, NC
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hollyastevens
Education
• Forensic Biology, B.S. (Guilford College, July 2015) GPA 3.49
• Zoo and Aquarium Science, A.A.S. (Davidson Community College, May 2011) GPA 3.8
Honors
• Beta Beta Beta, National Honor Society for the Life Sciences
• Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities & Colleges
Research Skills
• Extensive experience with researching topics utilizing on-line resources.
• Familiarity with forensic database searches.
• Extensive report writing experience – all forensics courses required weekly laboratory reports
including thorough literature searches, analysis and validated conclusion.
• Experience with the tools of the forensic laboratory including the gas chromatograph-mass
spectrograph, thermal cyclers, capillary gel electrophoresis, and presumptive color tests for
explosives and drugs.
• Experience in reading chromatograms and STR electropherograms for DNA profiling.
Curriculum Highlights
• Forensic Chemistry including explosive chemistry and detection, specialized techniques for latent
fingerprint development on a variety of surfaces, drug detection and analysis with confirmatory
testing using GC-MS, human genetics, STR DNA profiling, and interpretation of mixed DNA
profiles.
• Introduction to Forensic Science including hair analysis, presumptive drug testing, gas
chromatography-mass spectroscopy, DNA profiling, latent fingerprint lifting and analysis.
• Molecular Cell Biology including biochemical analysis.
• Forensic Anthropology including forensic odontology, entomology, diatoms, fiber analysis, and
palynology. Final project: Clandestine grave excavation.
• College Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Statistics, Pre-Calculus, History of Science, Anatomy and
Physiology, Botany
Relevant Experiences
• Researched, developed, and organized a variety of programs to advance the skills of fellow
employees in the animal care industry.
• Proficient in personal time management, while maintaining the capacity to perform with
thoroughness and attention to detail.
• Remain current by continuing to independently explore procedures and practices in a range of
disciplines. Prepare and present valuable improvements to colleagues for implementation.

2. • Practice laboratory safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Well-developed oral communication skills - multiple presentations to colleagues and the general
public
• Liaison for public programs and local government and local businesses.
• Work well within a team based culture, while also demonstrating individual initiative.
Veterinary Technician Experience with the North Carolina Zoo and the Guilford County Animal
Shelter (2009-2013) (AZA accredited)
• Provided diagnostic, medical and surgical care to all animals including daily collection of
specimens to microscopically identify potential infections and/or parasites.
• Administered oral, transdermal, injected, intravenous and topical medications.
• Prepared animals and surgery rooms for surgery.
• Monitored animals and assisted veterinarians through surgeries monitored and cared for animals
postoperative.
• Experience with sterilizing surgical instruments and preparing skin surfaces for surgery.
• Administering of sedatives and anesthesia drugs, and intubating animals.
• Managed daily surgery and treatment records, vaccination records, health certificates and rabies
certificates.
• Handled stressful and sensitive situations with pet owners with tact and diplomacy.
AmeriCorps VISTA (2002-2004)
• Provided independent living assistance, educational programming and life skills to low income
adults.
• Worked with nonprofit budgets, including grant writing.
• Provided leadership to a team of seven volunteers.
• Presented in large public-speaking arenas conveying conviction, commitment and enthusiasm.