ALEXANDER E.

TOKE
9 Jennings Court, Hillsborough, New Jersey 08844
908-307-6488
alexandertoke@aol.com

Summary:
A talented and analytical leader with exceptional organizational and communication skills seeks to use and
expand skill set by securing opportunities in Environmental, Land Use, or Agricultural policy and law, in a
public, non-profit or private organization.

Summary of Qualifications:

Large organization leadership

Complex organization planning
Negotiating with stakeholders and Executive decision makers
Proficient in German
Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative certification for Social/Behavioral/Epidemiologic Research
Investigators
CPR and First Aid Certification, 2013
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Prezi, and in various social media apparatuses such as Facebook,
Instagram, Twitter, and Reddit

Educational Experience:

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey School of Environmental and Biological Sciences New
Brunswick, New Jersey, United States
B.S.: Environmental Policy, Institutions, and Behavior, Expected graduation May 2016
Undergraduate member of the Department of Human Ecology
3.467 Cumulative GPA
Honors:
Member, National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) (National Honor Society) 2014-Present
Inducted for academic excellence at Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey

Publications:

Relevant Coursework:

Statistics I
Macroeconomics
Microeconomics
Land Economics
Organizational management and policy brief writing and formatting

Relevant Experience:
Aresty Research Assistant, Department of Human Ecology 2014-2015
Participated in research on Best Practices in Coastal Storm Risk Communication with Dr. Cara Cuite, Dr. William
Hallman, among others
Utilize SPSS software to analyze research data
Analyze qualitative data provided by survey respondents
Support primary investigators by providing quantitative data resulting from survey responses that featured heavily in
the project results
Attained CITI certification, which entailed learning the best practices for conducting ethical research and
experiments involving human subjects and an internal review board

Volunteer Experience:

Member, Institute for Domestic and International Affairs Rutgers 2012- Present
New Brunswick, New Jersey
Chaired the UN Human Rights Council and the advanced United States Sustainable Development Council at Rutgers
Model United Nations 2014 and Rutgers Model Congress 2015 respectively. Served as Assistant Director for World
Health Organization and advanced Historic 1873 Congressional Committee at Rutgers Model United Nations 2013 and
Rutgers Model Congress 2014 respectively. Was an integral member of Conference Simulation Services at RUMUN
2012, and Rutgers Model Congress 2013.
Cooperating with a dedicated, professional staff to organize and run Model United Nations and Model Congress
conferences for high school students from across the country and the world
As both Director and Assistant Director, directly oversee the day-to-day operation of committees and interact with
the students and other staff members to provide an enriching and educational experience for all
Educate high school students regarding contemporary themes in modern political affairs, both national and
international during large, multi-school conferences with 1,000+ attendees
Writing well-researched and well-ordered policy briefs that are then published by the Institute for Domestic and
International Affairs
Learned substantial public speaking and organizational skills
Treasurer, Rutgers Fossil Fuel Divestment Campaign (student-run environmental activist organization) 2014Present
Helped lead a campaign to petition Rutgers Board of Governors and Board of Trustees to divest Rutgers endowment
moneys from investment in industries using fossil fuels. Coordinated finances for the campaign by interacting with
Student Allocations personnel and other university administrators.
Liaise between the campaign, other organizations, university administrators, and the Rutgers community
Collated a petition with over 2,000 signatures from students, faculty and staff, and the Rutgers community at large
Communicating the risks of climate change and the ways that individual members of civil society can increase their
participation in the formation of public policy
Organized and led over 150 students, faculty, and community members, and was responsible for their well-being, as
the Rutgers contingent to the Peoples Climate March
Interviewed on CBS News and The Daily Targum (Rutgers university newspaper)
Contributor, The EPIB Trail, Department of Human Ecology (student-run online newsletter), 2014- Present
Research and author articles on current environmental issues including policy discussions and decisions,
international policy, and grassroots activist movements for University-wide online publication
Utilize social media to educate students on current environmental and political issues
Volunteer Guide, Duke Farms Summer 2014- Present
Assisted park patrons with traversing the grounds and with informational requests
Communicated new initiatives being undertaken by the park in regards to renewable energy and sustainability to
park patrons
Counselor, Extended School Year Program, Hillsborough Township Public Schools, 2007-2011
Guided and taught cognitively and physically handicapped children during the School Districts Summer
School program

Work Experience:
Camp Counselor May 2013- August 2013 (Summer)
Hillsborough Family YMCA Hillsborough, New Jersey
Provided a safe and educational environment conducive to learning and playing for children grades K-6
Handled considerable responsibility while overseeing children on field trips away from the YMCA
Interacted cooperatively and patiently while dealing with children, their parents, and other staff members
Busser December 2011- May 2013 (Summers, Winters, and breaks)
Drewbys Grill Pub Manville, New Jersey
Interacted cooperatively with a diverse staff in a fast-paced and demanding work environment

Stable Hand March 2013- May 2013 (weekends)

Stone Hill Stables Hillsborough, New Jersey