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I currently instruct college-level drone courses where I combine hands-on training with outreach to younger students through drone and 3D printing camps. These camps give students the opportunity to earn their FAA TRUST certification, design and take home their own 3D prints, and even build and fly a drone. My passion is helping students see the excitement and potential in STEM fields, and I intend to further this mission by pursuing a degree in cybersecurity. As technology continues to expand, I want to prepare future learners not only in drone operations but also in the critical and fast-growing field of cybersecurity, inspiring them to pursue careers that will shape the future.

Education

William Woods University

Bachelor's degree program
2024 - 2027
  • Majors:
    • Security Science and Technology
  • GPA:
    4

Eastern Gateway Community College

Associate's degree program
2022 - 2024
  • Majors:
    • Computer and Information Sciences, General
  • GPA:
    3.8

Dakota College at Bottineau

Associate's degree program
2021 - 2022
  • Majors:
    • Computer and Information Sciences, General
  • GPA:
    4

Technical bootcamp
2009 - 2010
  • Majors:
    • Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia

Kingsley Area High School

High School
2006 - 2010

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Master's degree program

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

    • Security Science and Technology
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Computer & Network Security

    • Dream career goals:

      Professor

    • IT Instructor

      ISACA (Contract/Temporary)
      2025 – 2025
    • Unmanned Aircraft Systems Adjunct Instructor

      Dakota College at Bottineau
      2025 – Present8 months
    • Information Technology Support Specialist

      Dakota College at Bottineau
      2020 – Present5 years
    • Scheduling Supervisor/Recruiter

      Primary Home Care
      2017 – 20181 year
    • Senior Recruiter

      PMP Personnel Services
      2018 – 20202 years

    Research

    • Criminology

      Australian Centre for Public History at University of Technology Sydney — Remote Record Transcription
      2022 – 2022

    Arts

    • Independent

      Photography
      I am a portraiture photographer, I photograph weddings, seniors, etc.
      2010 – Present

    Public services

    • Advocacy

      Dakota College at Bottineau — STEM Ambassador
      2020 – Present
    • Volunteering

      Hope Village Senior Living — Enrichment Assistant
      2011 – 2012

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Volunteering

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