Wharf Resources (U.S.A.), Inc. Co-Op Exploration Geologist
· Survey drill sites for exploration
· Data entry for acQuire and GEMS
· Prepare, Analyze, and Record samples
· Logging drillholes and sample chips
· Conduct density testing on samples
· Communicate with Engineers and Contractors
· Sample stratigraphic layers and record an observed field analysis of morphological and sediment features
· Prepare and chemically treat samples for dating tests
· Apply procedures for proper safety and cleanliness for a laboratory setting
· Formulate research to present at the Geological Society of America’s annual conference (2017)
· Experience searching multiple databases for relevant information
· Utilized geologic terms to describe exact locations and characteristics of geologic features
· Mapped the location of landslide
· Teach students on introductory geology
· Collaborate and prepare the lab for multiple classes
· Actively lead small and large group discussions
· Identify and Study invasive species found in the state of Minnesota
· Teach the public of the consequences of invasive species populating Minnesotan ecosystems
· Collaborate with the DNR to stop the spread of invasive species in Anoka County lakes and rivers
· Independently planned and completed projects
· Worked outdoors in many different conditions
Transferred after 1 year to become a Geology Major at North Dakota State University.
THE VEXING CHRONOLOGY OF LAKE AGASSIZ’S TINTAH SHORELINE
Kenneth Lepper, Jenna Fischer , Trent Olson, Sara Gibbs Schnucker, Haley Marston, Logan Clark
Oral Presentation, GSA North-Central Annual Meeting, 2018.
DATING THE LATEST TINTAH SHORELINE OF LAKE AGASSIZ IN NORTHERN MINNESOTA: ADDING
TO THE GEOCHRONOLOGIC PUZZLE
Trent Olson, Jenna Fischer , Logan Clark, Sara Gibbs Schnucker, Haley Marston, Kenneth Lepper
Poster Presentation, Geological Society of America Annual Meeting, 2017.
CHRONOQUEST: OUR ADVENTURES IN A TEAM-BASED, STUDENT-MANAGED AUTHENTIC
GEOCHRONOLOGY RESEARCH COURSE
Trent Olson, Sara Gibbs Schnucker, Haley Marston, Jenna Fischer , Logan Clark, Kenneth Lepper
Poster Presentation, Geological Society of America Annual Meeting, 2017.
· Teaching the public about basic geologic concepts and theories
· Teaching the concepts of evolution
· Teaching the public about basic geologic concepts and theories
· Planned social events for students
· Put in a position of leadership to be a role model for underclassmen
· Plan lessons
· Teach soccer
· Introduced to mining of Iron Ore, Copper, and Amethyst
· Sketched outcrops
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· Experience with Protozoic beds and organisms; such as crinoids, trilobites, nautili, bivales, graptolites, etc...
· Introduc
· Introduced to mining of Iron Ore, Copper, and Amethyst
· Sketched outcrops
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Geologic Society of America
NDSU Geology Club
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Apart from enjoying my classes at NDSU and learning about geology and the natural world, i enjoy exploring the natural world.
I am also a die hard Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, and Jane Austen fan.