Victoria Osmond

I am a fourth-year student at NYU pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies, a minor in Studio Art, and a minor in Environmental Biology.

Winchell Lab, Luxury Effects Research Assistant August 2024 - January 2025

●Collected and managed environmental data on soil conditions, forest health, climatic variables, and air quality across diverse urban sites,

including old-growth forests and restored landfills.

●Utilized attention to detail in recording data and ensuring environmental monitoring and analysis accuracy.

● Collaborated with a team to efficiently complete fieldwork, ensuring all necessary data was collected for further research.

●Helped write Methods sections for Luxury Effects Research paper and organized iNaturalist observations

2040 Now, 2040 Now Ambassador April 2023

● Utilized strong communication and teamwork skills to promote climate change awareness and climate optimism at large-scale events.

● Organized and executed event logistics to facilitate a letter-writing campaign encouraging attendees to advocate for environmental sustainability with legislators.

● Engaged with the community to foster a deeper understanding of climate issues, using persuasive communication to inspire action.

NYU Grad Housing, Office Assistant September 2022 - May 2023

● Managed daily operations of the NYU Grad Housing Resource Center, providing essential support to graduate students regarding facilities issues.

● Ensured high standards of quality control during check-ins and check-outs for Grad Housing at WSV and Stuytown, maintaining accurate records and excellent service.

● Assisted residents in navigating NYU services, offering guidance, and referring them to appropriate resources to meet their needs.

Activities: Greenbelt Native Plant Center volunteer, Prospect Park Alliance volunteer, Founding member of NYU club Anthropozine– a media hub for environmental op-eds and art, Digital Illustrator for Washington Square News, Urban Food Lab, Dye Garden at NYU

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Studies, Minor in Studio art, Minor in Environmental Biology

GPA: 3.892/4.0

Coursework: Environmental Systems Science, Environmental Quantitative Methods, Conservation in the Anthropocene, Green Cities, Introduction to Conservation Analysis, Principles of Biology I & II, Ecological Field Methods, Fundamentals of Ecology, GIS, Honors Seminar in Environmental Studies