Patricia Padula
E-Portfolio
CSU SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY
B.A. INTERNATIONAL STUDIES,
GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL
POLICY
Table of Contents
 Resume
 Relevant Coursework
 Cultural Experience
 Senior Capstone Research
Patricia Padula CSU Sonoma State B.A International Studies
Professional Goals and Resume
I plan to pursue a career dedicated to environmental and social justice,
particularly pertaining to agriculture and the global food system.
Through business exposure and hands on experience I hope to gain the
knowledge and skill set to create or participate in an institution that
embraces sustainable agriculture to address food production and
distribution.
I would like to achieve this goal by working with organizations that follow
or support these ideals, either domestically or internationally. I hope to
intern on a farm and work abroad, as well as finding a graduate school
program, to further my own education and better prepare myself for my
dream career.
Attached is my current Resume/CV:
Patricia Padula CSU Sonoma State B.A International Studies
Relevant Coursework and Expertise
Environment and
Sustainability
Global Socio-Economic
Development
Applied Ecology
 Biological Inquiry
 Natural Disasters
 Global Environmental Issues
 Global Food System: Scarcity and
Sustainability
 Conservation of Natural Resources
 Nature and Society: Topics in
Anthropology and the Environment
 SWOT analysis and E-published article on
EcoGo.org
http://www.ecogo.org/wwoof-sustainabletravel-meets-sustainable-food-by-patriciapadula/
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Human Geography
Social Geography
Liberation Ecology: Globalization,
Environment, and Social Movements
Development of the Modern World
Introduction to International Relations
World Regions in Global Context
Global Issues: International Development
and Globalization
Case Studies from Around the World
Geopolitics
Introduction to Macroeconomics
Intermediate Spanish
Cultural Experience
In July of 2012 I had the chance to live and study Spanish in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala for
a month. I chose Guatemala for its authenticity, student friendly budget, and large amount
of reputable Spanish schools. I was fully immersed in Spanish by studying at the Sakribal
School of Spanish staying with a very generous family within their home.
While in the country I not only rigorously studied Spanish, but was able to explore and
travel on my own. Learning to communicate and be open to new experiences, cultures and
people were the most important and memorable lessons learned within the short time.
Studying in Guatemala strengthened my ties with Latin culture and sparked a newfound
passion for travel and adventure.
Choosing to take a more independent route for
studying abroad I was able to mature and grow
personally, and provided an experience that cannot
be replicated in the U.S. I hope to continue my
education in international travel and include
everything I learned into my work and personal life.
Patricia Padula CSU Sonoma State B.A International Studies
Senior Capstone Research
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My senior research project focused on Fair Trade and its effects on the environment,
social issues, and the global economy. My coursework and personal interests lead me to
use environmental sustainability and agriculture as a lens in which to analyze my
findings.
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In my research I found that alternative methods in food production, like Fair Trade, often
times understand and utilize sustainable agriculture successfully. Although alternatives
like Fair Trade have limitations and failings, the concept and attitude is moving food
production in the right direction. In order to secure healthy food availability for the
future, ecological stewardship and sustainable cultivation is critical.
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I worked on this paper and presentation on a team of three. Choosing to work in group
gave me invaluable experience in working collaboratively, committing to meetings and
performing under deadlines. I also used available research resources and prioritization to
practice independent study. In the end I was able to produce quality work that I am
proud of.
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Attached is my paper and presentation:
Patricia Padula CSU Sonoma State B.A International Studies