BRYNN PATRELLO- Curriculum Vitae

Technical Skills

Experience

University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI
UW Cartography Lab, Student Designer, November 2023-present

Conduct design brief meetings with clients to discuss project expectations and inquire relevant project information
Use ArcGIS Pro, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft 365, and Google Workspace to fulfill client requests for projects including event program design, publication cartography, and historical cartography.
Present drafts and final versions to clients to obtain feedback for improvement and client satisfaction

Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, MI
Department of Geography & Environmental Studies, Independent Study with Dr. Matthew Liesch, August 2022-May 2023

Assist in taking inventory of the tax parcels within the community to gain an understanding of vacancy rates
Participated in IRB training to ensure ethical and just research development
Creating a survey for governing bodies to the city to social districts and establishments
Researching social districts in Michigan, examining barriers and opportunities for growth
Responsible for collecting data and meaning-making process with professor
Collaborating to synthesize data, make recommendations, and publish research results

Department of Geography & Environmental Studies, Tutoring Assistant, March 2022-May 2023

Assist students with 1:1 support who are enrolled in various GIS courses
Provide support and direction to students with completing labs and understanding course concepts
Facilitate learning through assisting students with developing proficiency with ArcGIS software

Howell Nature Center, Howell, MI
Day Camp Senior Counselor, May 2021-August 2022

Facilitate teambuilding activities and led small groups of 20 for a variety of learners ages 9-10 years old
Responsible for the safety of students during daily camp programs and events
Serve as a counselor for a six-day overnight discovery and exploration excursion trip for 12 high schoolers counselors for overnight outdoor experiential experience on South Manitou Island
Develop an appreciation for nature and learn how to incorporate sustainable practices in their daily lives with the goal of life-long environmental stewardship

Teaching Experience

University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI
Department of Geography & Environmental Studies, Teaching Assistant, January 2024-present
Course: GEOG 370: Introduction to Cartography: Spring Semester 2024

Assist professor with course implementation and supporting learning for 29 students
Develop demonstrations of cartographic skills used by students to complete labs using ArcGIS Pro, Adobe Creative Suite, and online resources
Facilitate lab work sessions and assist students with solving complex problems
Provide students with design-oriented feedback to improve their cartographic projects
Facilitate student feedback groups to provide students an opportunity to collaborate with peers
Evaluate functional and aesthetic quality of student design projects based on demonstration of understanding of course concepts, intentional design decisions, and execution of cartographic skillsets

Course: GEOG 377: Introduction to Geographic Information Systems: Fall Semester 2024

Assist professor with course implementation and supporting learning for 40 students
Develop demonstrations of GIS skills used by students to complete labs using ArcGIS Pro, Microsoft Excel, and online resources
Facilitate lab work sessions and assist students with solving complex problems
Supervise student cumulative site suitability projects combining and reinforcing course concepts

Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI
Department of Geography & Environmental Studies, Teaching Assistant, August 2022-May 2023
Course: GEO 303: Geographic Information Systems

Assist professor with course implementation and supporting learning for 28 students
Provide students with opportunities for extra support and guidance on assignments and labs
Responsible for grading labs and providing feedback regarding student performance and areas of growth

Student Life Experience

Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI
Resident Assistant, Office of Residence Life, August 2021-May 2023

Facilitate a safe, inclusive, and engaging living and learning environment for up to 230 co-ed residents
Provide specialized support for athletic, international, first-year, and upper-class students
Provide resources and support to residents relative to academic, personal, and mental health concerns
Utilize a residential curriculum and data-informed assessment to engage residents through intentional, sequenced opportunities for personal growth, community development, and equity & justice learning
Utilize various software and online systems to support students and complete administrative responsibilities
Respond to a variety of emergency situations and provide documentation and follow up as needed

Education

University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI

Master of Science, Expected December 2025
Program: Cartography/GIS (Thesis)

Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI

Bachelor of Science, May 2023
Major: Geography, Concentration in Environmental & Land Use Planning
Minors: Art & Geographic Information Systems; Undergraduate Certificate: Cartographic Design

Awards

North American Cartographic Information Society

Best Cartographic Design, 2024

Central Michigan University

Department of Geography & Environmental Studies

CW Olmstead Scholarship, 2022

CMU Athletics Dance Team

Unsung Hero Award, 2022
Team Spirit Award, 2022

Office of Residence Life

Commitment to Excellence in Learning Goal of Relationships & Community, 2023
Commitment to Excellence in Learning Goal of Identity, 2022