Natalie Sebunia

sebunia.2@buckeyemail.osu.edu | (814) 812-7116

OBJECTIVE
To obtain a position as an avian veterinarian that allows me to develop my veterinary medical skills, provide high-
quality animal care, and work with a collaborative and encouraging team.

EDUCATION
The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio
Bachelor of Science in Zoology, May 2024
Minor: Geographic Information Science; Pre-Veterinary Track
GPA (4.0 scale): 3.904

HONORS, AWARDS, AND SCHOLARSHIPS

Ohio State University Eminence Scholarship, full cost-of-attendance fellowship awarded to 25 incoming freshmen
Ohio State University Deans List, Autumn 2020, Spring 2021, Autumn 2021, Spring 2022, Autumn 2022
Ohio State Honors & Scholars Program, participating in service and intellectual development

INTERNSHIPS AND EMPLOYMENT

Animal Well-Being and Records Intern at Zoo Miami May 2022 - Aug. 2022
- Ensured clear and timely zoo animal record entry and maintenance within ZIMS
- Collected data in behavioral scoring of animal well-being projects, determined causes of stereotypical
behaviors, and analyzed results with animal care teams to develop behavior management strategies
TA for Undergraduate Research in Behavioral Ecology Aug. 2021 - Dec. 2021
- Arranged weekly labs focused on discussion of animal social behavior and disease transmission
- Taught ArcGIS computer modules to students and aided in the synthesis of final research projects
Tamarack Wildlife Center Intern May 2021 - Aug. 2021
- Assessed injuries, developed treatment plans, and administered medications and physical therapy for
eventual release to a range of wildlife species, including raptors, songbirds, shore birds, and reptiles
- Handled ambassador raptors and provided individualized enrichment to promote mental well-being
- Presented wildlife and conservation information in public education programs for a variety of age ranges
Lifeguard at Waldameer and Water World May 2018 - Aug. 2021
- Obtained and maintained proficiency in first-responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to support individuals
in distress and ensure rule compliance

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
RabApp Swine Farm Biosecurity Project Augusts 2022 - present
- utilized QGIS to develop swine farm biosecurity maps through Ohio State’s College of Veterinary Medicine
Benderlioglu Research Lab at The Ohio State University August 2021 - present
- compiled data for a project focused on behavioral responses in horses to unfamiliar aggressors
REU Position on the Functional Diversity and Ecology of Birds November 2020 - April 2021
- translated the diets of all bird species into a quantitative dataset with an emphasis on seasonal variation

SKILLS AND RELEVANT COURSEWORK

- Experienced in ZooMonitor data collection and ZIMS record-keeping
- Intermediate in GIS software (QGIS and ArcGIS)
- Beginner in R statistical coding and SAS statistical coding
- Red Cross Certified Lifeguard with First Aid, CPR, and AED Training
- Coursework: conservation biology, ecology, evolution, genetics, biological chemistry, disease ecology