Chelsea Piner
609 S Central Ave. Apt 205 Oviedo, FL 32765
Home: (407)542-7785
Email: pinecr04@knights.ucf.edu
Objective
To contribute to the global initiative of implementing sustainable and ecological principles into policy for
future development and globalization. Achieving the preservation and reestablishment of native habitats
and incorporating sustainable living in urban lifestyles are my primary goals.
Education
B.S. in Environmental Studies (2013) - University of Central Florida, Orlando, Florida
A.A. (2011) – Florida State College of Jacksonville, Jacksonville, Florida
Service Learning and Experience
UCF Arboretum, August 30-December 1, 2011, August, 2012- December, 2012
Implemented the principles of Florida-Friendly Landscaping
Contributed to and assisted in the design of the African ecology exhibit, the native plants of
Florida Reflection exhibit, and the Mediterranean exhibit
Field and laboratory investigations of natural ecosystems
Lemongrass Edible Landscaping, January, 2012- Present
Surveyed residential properties to determine plant compatibility
Garden design and installation
Soil repair and top soil creation
Organized local educational seminars on food security for adults and children
Proficiency in Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Equipped with critical skills and knowledge through hands on course work including research and
problem-solving experience
Disciplined in incorporating GIS into research at UCF: Environmental Studies
GIS for Environmental Studies
Advanced GIS Applications in Environmental Studies
The Political Ecology Lab at UCF, December, 2012- Present
Research assistant
Review research and data
Revise coding of research log
Copy and create files for research data
Develop independent research
Contribute to weekly lab meetings
Posters and Publications
Piner, Chelsea. “Conservation and Environmental Policy at UCF: How to Save a Keystone
Species”. Showcase of Undergraduate Research Excellence at UCF, Orlando, Florida, April 1,
2013.
Jacques, Prof. Peter., Canon, Cheyenne., Saeb, Erika., Blanchet, Paul-Henry., Carter, Quavia.,
Giroux, Amy., Kormondy, Cherlene., Piner, Chelsea., Szalanski, Amber. “The Political Ecology
Lab at UCF: Education and the End of the World”. Florida Statewide Symposium Engagement in
Undergraduate Research, Orlando, Florida, October 11-12, 2013.
Honors and Awards
Bright Futures Florida Medallion Scholarship
UCF Scholars Award
Interests and Hobbies
Piano, salt and fresh water fishing, hiking, history, geography
References
Available upon request