Kelsey Watson has experience in environmental studies, sustainability, agriculture, and social justice. She received a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies and Sustainability from Michigan State University in 2017, with minors in Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems and French. Her experience includes positions with the United States Forest Service conducting invasive species research, working as an Intercultural Aide at Michigan State University, and assisting with youth programs focused on gardening and nutrition education.

1. Kelsey Watson
(917)435-0631 • Kelseywatson6@gmail.com • 7162 Deer Track Dr. Ypsilanti, MI, 48197
Education
Michigan State University, East Lansing MI
Bachelor of Science, Environmental Studies and Sustainability
May 2017
 Minor in Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems
 Minor in French
Experience
United States Forest Service, East Lansing, MI
Biological Sciences Student Trainee
May 2016-August 2016
 Invasive species management research
 Field work experience
 Proficiency in lab equipment use
Michigan State University, Office of Cultural and Academic Transitions, East Lansing, MI
Intercultural Aide
January 2016-Present
 Worked to increase student integration both academically and culturally
 Weekly discussion facilitation
 Social justice and diversity training
MANRRS- Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Science, East Lansing, MI
Historian
May 2016-Present
 Managed organization’s social media accounts
 Assisted in planning and facilitation of group events
 Participation in career training conferences and workshops
Fossil, Ann Arbor, MI
Retail Sales Associate
November 2012-Present
 Product expertise
 Customer service
 Cash handling
Dementia Specialist Homecare, Ann Arbor, MI
Home Health Aide
June 2015-August 2015
 In-home health care for patients with dementia
 Assisted transportation
 Activity planning
 Meal preparation

2. Growing Hope, Ypsilanti, MI
Youth Programs Assistant
May-August 2013, May-August 2014
 Planning and facilitation of summer youth programs
 Garden based nutrition education planning and instruction with youth
 Farmer’s market nutrition education and food sampling facilitation
Study Abroad, Wageningen,the Netherlands
August 2014-June 2015
 Environmental and sustainable agricultural studies
 Dutch language study
Skills
 Proficient with Microsoft Suite
 Experience using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom
Affiliations
 Ambassadorfor Michigan State University American Semester Abroad Program
 Public Relations Manager for the Michigan State University Salsa Club