Ashley Adelman

971.218.4596 | aeadelman@gmail.com

EDUCATION

June 2015

B.S. in Planning, Public Policy and Management & B.S. Environmental Studies, minor in Geography

University of Oregon – Eugene, Oregon                                     

• Concentration: Environmental Policy, Sustainable Design, Community Development

• Relevant Coursework: City Planning, Policy and Planning Analysis, Nonprofit Management, Community Leadership and Change, Environmental Education Theory and Practice

• Scholarships Received: Diane M. McKeel  in Public Affairs Recipient, Dean's Access, Resident Dean's

EXPERIENCE                         

September 2015 - Present

Community Engagement Coordinator, McKenzie River Action Team                                                      

RARE AmeriCorps, University of Oregon, Community Service Center

• Develop volunteer database, community website and organize forums for community visioning.

• Connect community groups and nonprofit organizations with tools, grants and resources.

• Assist McKenzie River Chamber of Commerce in communications and board/committee support.

• Collaborate with community members and environmental education nonprofit organizations utilizing the Children’s Forest model, develop strategic plan with community partners.

February 2013 – September 2015

Student Adviser                                                                                                                                    

Environmental Studies Program, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR                    

• Advised current and potential students on degree requirements and course planning.

• Assisted Environmental Studies Program with identifying courses suitable for major curriculum

• Ensured office is stocked and presentable to all staff and visitors   

January 2015 – June 2015

Team Member, Restoring Connections Project                                                                                                               

Environmental Leadership Program, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR

• Collaborated with a team of six to develop and implement age-appropriate EE curriculum

• Facilitated team meetings, presented to multiple audience on goals and successes of project

September 2014 – June 2015

Schoolhouse Garden Intern                                                                                                                                         

Service-Learning Program, University of Oregon College of Education, Eugene OR

• Improved social media presence of the Schoolhouse Garden and the Service-Learning Program.

• Researched and applied for grants to improve resources available to the collaborative project.

• Developed centralized curriculum for elementary school staff and University instructors

June 2013 – September 2013

Office Assistant

Ecosystem Workforce Program – Institute for a Sustainable Environment, Eugene, OR

• Aided research associates with various tasks (obtaining articles for working and briefing papers, office duties, data entry)

• Conducted phone surveys on wildfire resilience in partnership with Community Service Center

August 2011 – May 2013

Customer Service Representative

The Duck Store, Eugene, OR

• Provided courteous and prompt service to customers; aid customers in finding merchandise.

• Managed inventory in front & back of store; uphold merchandising and store cleanliness standard. 

June 2012 – September 2012

Summer Caretaker

School Garden Project, Eugene, OR

• Maintained garden beds at Adams Elementary during student summer break.

• Planted and harvested various fruits and vegetables; shared produce with community members

• Convey mission of program to nearby playground visitors interested in garden. 

March 2012 – February 2013

Student Website Assistant and Secretary

Student Academic Services, College of Education, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR

• Developed a staff/faculty directory for Drupal based website.

• Produced video tutorials with Camtasia screenshot software.

• Informed visitors of office and classroom locations in addition to other student resources.

May 2007 – July 2011

Business Representative

Adelman Peony Gardens, Salem, OR

• Greeted visitors at open house, sharing knowledge on cut flower and plant habits of peonies.

• Prepared data and packing slips in Quickbooks for root shipment using USPS

• Represented family business at Portland Farmer’s Market booth for 3+ years.

SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Computer:  Proficient on Mac and Windows; mastery of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; some experience with Microsoft Access, Quick Books Pro, AutoCAD, Photoshop

• Developing personal organic garden with 20+ vegetables and fruits

• Project Learning Tree certified