Shanna Wood

2116 Historic Circle Morrisville, NC 27560

919-999-8054 smwood3@ncsu.edu
Summary:

Creative, organized, detail-oriented aspiring ornithologist with a desire to obtain more

experience in field work and pursue a Masters degree in the field.

Education:

North Carolina State University Raleigh, NC 05/2014

Bachelor of Science, Zoology - Minor in Entomology

Work
Collections Assistant, NC Museum of Natural Sciences Raleigh, NC 08/2014-present
Experience: - Maintained entire bird collection; including preparing and cataloging skels, skins, and wing
specimens. Single-highhandedly maintain the Deremestid beetle colony.
- Contributed to field-related museum-funded research such as radio tracking surveys of
black-throated green warblers in the Uhwarries mountains.
- Banded and mist-netted several wild bird species, including Orchard Orioles, Cardinals,
Goldfinches, and other Passerines.

Barista, Lucettegrace Raleigh, NC 11/2014-present

- Interacted daily with customers in a positive manner to ensure every customer receives an
excellent experience and quality product; both baked and brewed.
Research Technician, NCSU Entomology Department Raleigh, NC 09/2011-03/2013
- Assisted in post-doctorate research regarding Argentinian ants and German roaches
- Maintained and cleaned ant colonies, lab area, and lab equipment
- Sustained a collection of cotton plants and cotton aphids
- Used Micro-balance, syringes, and other lab equipment in order to assist with research
and was responsible for data entry for numerous projects
Intern, J.H. Carter III & Associates Inc. Southern Pines, NC 05/2011-07/2011
- Aided in daily research activities involving the Endangered Red-Cockaded
Woodpecker during breeding season
- Learned proper field techniques such as banding, scoping, GIS tracking, mist netting,
navigating through thick woods, and working in all-weather conditions and terrain.-

Activities:

Member, Raleigh-Durham Caged Bird Society 08/2013-present

- Partook in member activities, including public education of exotic bird species and
providing proper information about the care and rehabilitation of birds.

Skills:

Knowledge and experience working with several different types of animals including many
exotic species; Strong artistic ability; Eager to Learn; Strong computer skills; familiar with
Microsoft and Adobe Suites, Experience working with the public in many types of settings.