Education 

2010 BA, Anthropology with an emphasis in archaeology University of California Riverside

Relevant Coursework 

•       Field School in Peru

•       Lithic Technology I-II

•       Lithic Analysis

•       Field Course in Archaeology: Survey and Documentation

•       Prehistoric Agriculture

•       Andean Prehistory

Skills 

Lithic analysis

­Surveying and mapping experience utilizing topographic map and compass

­Excavating experience

­Digital Photography

Very organized and detail oriented

­Computer skills--word, excel, power point

­Communication

Experience Related To Position 

Brian Billman                                                       University of North Carolina Chapel Hill

­The field school trained me in archaeological excavation and laboratory methods as well as instruction in the prehistory of Peru. The School started with workshops on archaeological methods and the prehistory of Peru. After this, I work five days a week excavating an ancient fishing village on the beach in Huanchaco.

Field School Student                                                                                     June-August 2008

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Ellen Absher                  California State Parks Lake Perris Regional Indian Museum

­Museum Docent                                                                                             May 2010-Present

­I provide visitor services to people who are visiting the museum, such as explaining about the culture, history, and archaeology of Lake Perris. In addition, I perform administrative duties such as filling, organizing, and collecting and boxing artifacts.

Volunteer Experience 

International Student Adviser (IPA), employer University of California Riverside, Riverside, CA August 2008 to June 2009

­Helped facilitate incoming international students to adjust to the US culture and way of life, and more specifically to life at UCR. Duties included helping them on a personal level to take care of necessary tasks and paperwork such as filling out school applications, finding places to live, and applying for bank cards. Set up activities and trips to get them acquainted with campus and the culture of California. Listen to their concerns and respond appropriately.