Brooke Guthrie

Graduated with a degree in environmental studies. Looking for a full-time job. 

Environmental Education Specialist - Recycling and Waste Minimization  April – November 2023 

The Woodlands Township Environmental Services Department  The Woodlands, Texas

• Manage recycling and waste minimization initiatives.
• Develop recycling education and outreach.
• Lead recycling events and programs. 
• Provide customer service for the Township's integrated solid waste plan. 
• Coordinate Department communications. 

Environmental Studies Honors Thesis August – December 2021 

Capstone Fall 2021, Southwestern University Georgetown, Texas

• Researched sustainable residence hall design and construction.
• Collaborated with 9 students and created an in-depth proposal. 
• Shared a summary document with the Southwestern University president. 
• Presented our findings through a slideshow that outlined key parts of the paper.

Sustainability Ambassador, Part-Time September 2019 – March 2020

Sustainability Department, Southwestern University  Georgetown, Texas

• Supported the Sustainability Coordinator in promoting sustainability to students, staff, and faculty.
• Collaborated with 10 students to promote events across campus through fliers, social media, and tabling.
• Gathered attendee contact information and arranged transportation to and from events.
• Motivated students to attend events through competitions, food, and prize incentives.
• Took pictures during events and post on social media to raise awareness, increase followers, and promote future events.

OTHER EXPERIENCE

Editing /Administration Intern, Part-Time  June  – October 2020

The Austin Common (Formerly known as Austin EcoNetwork) Austin, Texas

• Edited articles to be more accessible to viewers.
• Supported Editor-in-chief in promoting important news.
• Organized sponsor database in AirTable.

Student Associate, Part-Time September 2019 – May 2021

Office of Admissions, Southwestern University  Georgetown, Texas

• Supported incoming students in their college applications.
• Answered questions about student life.
• Guided students in getting connected with faculty. 
• Promoted Southwestern University to increase student enrollment. 

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies (Minors: Animal Studies and Philosophy) May 2022

Southwestern University (GPA: 3.5) Georgetown, Texas