Hey, it's me... Marisa! I'm a junior studying Earth & Environmental Sciences at Boston University with an unwavering passion for science, sustainability, and exploring the great outdoors. I am fueled by curiosity for nature and a commitment to understanding the complex factors shaping our environment. As an aspiring wildlife ecologist, I am dedicated to investigating how environmental changes impact animal populations and the valuable insights these interactions provide for the health of our planet and society. My goal is to emerge a leader in sustainability and environmental education, inspiring future generations to make informed, eco-conscious choices. I thrive in collaborative environments that celebrate diverse perspectives, knowing meaningful change stems from both knowledge and empathy. Excited by new opportunities and adventure, I look forward to applying my academic, volunteer, and work experiences to support communities worldwide and expanding my impact through study and research abroad in the coming year.

• Pet Care Services

  Animal Caretaker

  Jan 2019 – Present

• Workshop Facilitator and Camp Counselor

  Environmental Services · Capen Hill Nature Sanctuary

  Jan 2023 – Present

• Child Care Services

  Caretaker

  Jan 2016 – Present

• Civil Drafter

  Architecture & Planning · New England Land Survey Inc.

  Jan 2021 – Jan 2022

• Advocacy
• Volunteering
• Philanthropy
• Entrepreneurship

• Bowling

  2019 – 2022

• Basketball

  2011 – 2012

• Karate

  2009 – 2014

• Soccer

  2008 – Present

• Acting

  Acting

  2014 – Present

  Productions:

  Beauty and the Beast, Peter Pan, Aladdin, The Sound of Music, Our Town

• Environmental Cleanup Crew

  Advocacy · Charlton Earth Day Committee

  2011 – Present

• Events Staffer

  Public Service (Politics) · BU Student Government - Department of Environmental Affairs

  2024 – Present

  Mission:

  The Department of Environmental Affairs promotes environmental safety and sustainability at BU, serving as a direct liaison to all campus environmental organizations. It fosters collaboration to support the university's carbon reduction goals and advocates for progressive sustainability policies, working closely with the administration to drive meaningful change.

• Social Chair

  Volunteering · Alpha Sigma Kappa - Women in Technical Studies

  2024 – Present

  Mission:

  Alpha Sigma Kappa – Women in Technical Studies is a professional and social sorority for women in the fields of mathematics, architecture, engineering, technology and the sciences. ASK strives to provide support, foster balance, and create a sense of community for women actively engaged in STEM pursuits.

• Dean's Host

  Volunteering · BU CAS Dean's Hosts

  2024 – Present

  Mission:

  As representative leaders and mentors, CAS Dean's Hosts engage with prospective and admitted students and their families, sharing their enthusiasm and commitment for BU while educating others about the professional, academic, and personal opportunities available.

• Mentor

  Volunteering · Transition to BU (TTBU)

  2024 – Present

  Mission:

  Transition to BU (TTBU) is a peer mentoring program that was designed by transfer students, for transfer students, to help students get off to a great start at BU. Through TTBU, incoming transfer students are matched with a peer mentor who shares their interests and can provide one-on-one guidance on the transition to BU.

• Social Media Specialist and Educational Liaison

  Advocacy · Keep Charlton Beautiful

  2020 – Present

  Mission:

  Keep Charlton Beautiful is a volunteer-led organization that is working to clean up and green up our town in partnership with our local government, the Charlton Department of Public Works, and local businesses. We welcome volunteers who would like to join our steering committee. We meet periodically to coordinate litter cleanups and other beautification projects around Charlton. We also welcome volunteers to join our Charlton Litter Cleanup Crew to keep our beautiful town litter-free all year long.

• Animal Caretaker, Nature and Science Camp Counselor, and previous Junior Counselor

  Volunteering · Capen Hill Nature Sanctuary

  2011 – Present

  Mission:

  To support my local community and encourage environmental awareness.

• Member

  Volunteering · Student Council

  2017 – 2022

  Mission:

  To be a positive role model for fellow students and help younger students in the community.

• President and Member

  Volunteering · National Honor Society

  2017 – 2022