Liz Ferguson
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Bio
Credentials
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Online Faculty Certification
San Diego Community College DistrictSep, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
GIS Specialist
Mesa Community College
Experience
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Ocean Science Analytics
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United States
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Research Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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CEO and Founder
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Jul 2018 - Present
At Ocean Science Analytics, I integrate my technical experience in marine ecological research with educational expertise to provide analytical and training services. I have over 18 years of experience in marine mammal bioacoustic research, including extensive experience in various analytical software. I leverage my experience as a Professor of Biology and online instructor to design and implement online technical training related to the analytical software used in my research efforts. At Ocean Science Analytics, I integrate my technical experience in marine ecological research with educational expertise to provide analytical and training services. I have over 18 years of experience in marine mammal bioacoustic research, including extensive experience in various analytical software. I leverage my experience as a Professor of Biology and online instructor to design and implement online technical training related to the analytical software used in my research efforts.
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California State University San Marcos
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Lecturer
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Jan 2018 - Present
I am a part-time Lecturer in the Biology Department at CSUSM, with experience in teaching BIOL533 - GIS Applications in Landscape Ecology, BIOL336 - Coastal Ecosystems, and the General Education Science biology labs and online lecture. I strive to incorporate use of data and analytical tools, geographic information systems (GIS) and active learning strategies in my upper division and graduate level courses. I participate in the GIS working group at CSUSM. I am a part-time Lecturer in the Biology Department at CSUSM, with experience in teaching BIOL533 - GIS Applications in Landscape Ecology, BIOL336 - Coastal Ecosystems, and the General Education Science biology labs and online lecture. I strive to incorporate use of data and analytical tools, geographic information systems (GIS) and active learning strategies in my upper division and graduate level courses. I participate in the GIS working group at CSUSM.
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San Diego Community College District
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Adjunct Biology Faculty
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Aug 2016 - Present
I currently teach General Biology at Miramar College, one of several colleges in the San Diego Community College District. My training includes and Online Faculty Certification from the District, and my classes incorporate online teaching methods to complement my in-person instruction. I currently teach General Biology at Miramar College, one of several colleges in the San Diego Community College District. My training includes and Online Faculty Certification from the District, and my classes incorporate online teaching methods to complement my in-person instruction.
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Expanding Your Horizons of San Diego
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Greater San Diego Area
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Executive Director
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2009 - Present
Expanding Your Horizons of San Diego’s primary objective is to increase the participation, retention, and advancement of girls and women in STEM fields. We achieve this goal this by providing hands-on labs and workshops led by top female scientists, engineers and researchers, and by building relationships between students, mentors and role models who have successfully pursued a STEM career. Our programs are designed to follow the EYH girl along her path to a STEM career from middle school… Show more Expanding Your Horizons of San Diego’s primary objective is to increase the participation, retention, and advancement of girls and women in STEM fields. We achieve this goal this by providing hands-on labs and workshops led by top female scientists, engineers and researchers, and by building relationships between students, mentors and role models who have successfully pursued a STEM career. Our programs are designed to follow the EYH girl along her path to a STEM career from middle school through her Undergraduate years! Show less Expanding Your Horizons of San Diego’s primary objective is to increase the participation, retention, and advancement of girls and women in STEM fields. We achieve this goal this by providing hands-on labs and workshops led by top female scientists, engineers and researchers, and by building relationships between students, mentors and role models who have successfully pursued a STEM career. Our programs are designed to follow the EYH girl along her path to a STEM career from middle school… Show more Expanding Your Horizons of San Diego’s primary objective is to increase the participation, retention, and advancement of girls and women in STEM fields. We achieve this goal this by providing hands-on labs and workshops led by top female scientists, engineers and researchers, and by building relationships between students, mentors and role models who have successfully pursued a STEM career. Our programs are designed to follow the EYH girl along her path to a STEM career from middle school through her Undergraduate years! Show less
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Greater San Diego Music Coterie
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Greater San Diego Area
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Founding Board Member
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2011 - Present
Founded by Dr. Angela Yeung in the fall of 2010, the Greater San Diego (GSD) Music Coterie is a member-based organization that serves the greater San Diego community through its dynamic range of subsidiary groups: the Greater San Diego Community Orchestra, the Greater San Diego Community Chorus, and the Coterie Celli. With its unique repertoire and multiple performance opportunities, each group provides its members a vehicle to develop and enrich their musical skills while sharing their… Show more Founded by Dr. Angela Yeung in the fall of 2010, the Greater San Diego (GSD) Music Coterie is a member-based organization that serves the greater San Diego community through its dynamic range of subsidiary groups: the Greater San Diego Community Orchestra, the Greater San Diego Community Chorus, and the Coterie Celli. With its unique repertoire and multiple performance opportunities, each group provides its members a vehicle to develop and enrich their musical skills while sharing their artistic endeavors with the community. Show less Founded by Dr. Angela Yeung in the fall of 2010, the Greater San Diego (GSD) Music Coterie is a member-based organization that serves the greater San Diego community through its dynamic range of subsidiary groups: the Greater San Diego Community Orchestra, the Greater San Diego Community Chorus, and the Coterie Celli. With its unique repertoire and multiple performance opportunities, each group provides its members a vehicle to develop and enrich their musical skills while sharing their… Show more Founded by Dr. Angela Yeung in the fall of 2010, the Greater San Diego (GSD) Music Coterie is a member-based organization that serves the greater San Diego community through its dynamic range of subsidiary groups: the Greater San Diego Community Orchestra, the Greater San Diego Community Chorus, and the Coterie Celli. With its unique repertoire and multiple performance opportunities, each group provides its members a vehicle to develop and enrich their musical skills while sharing their artistic endeavors with the community. Show less
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University of San Diego
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Adjunct Faculty
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Oct 2016 - May 2021
I was an Adjunct Faculty Instructor in the Biology Department and for the Masters of Education, STEAM specialization program under the School of Leadership and Education Services. I am the lead instructor for the Engineering Design Process in Math and Science Education course. In the Biology Department, I am currently teaching the Genomes and Evolution Lab for Biology Majors. I was an Adjunct Faculty Instructor in the Biology Department and for the Masters of Education, STEAM specialization program under the School of Leadership and Education Services. I am the lead instructor for the Engineering Design Process in Math and Science Education course. In the Biology Department, I am currently teaching the Genomes and Evolution Lab for Biology Majors.
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Bio-Waves, Inc.
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Encinitas, CA
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Staff Marine Ecologist
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Jun 2010 - Dec 2018
Bio-Waves, Inc. conducts marine research, develops new technologies, monitors living marine resources, and mitigates the effects of human activities on these resources. We specialize in studying, monitoring and mitigating the impacts of anthropogenic sounds on marine mammals using acoustic-based technologies. Bio-Waves, Inc. conducts marine research, develops new technologies, monitors living marine resources, and mitigates the effects of human activities on these resources. We specialize in studying, monitoring and mitigating the impacts of anthropogenic sounds on marine mammals using acoustic-based technologies.
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Research Assistant
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Apr 2003 - Sep 2010
- Primary processing technician for the Ecosystem Studies Program’s acoustic backscatter data collection; includes cleaning, archiving and analysis. - Participated as an observer, oceanographer and acoustic technician on 2004 through 2007 marine mammal abundance cruises. - Outreach coordinator focused on development of research based curriculum, organization and implementation of events, and establishment of partnerships with local science education organizations. - Primary processing technician for the Ecosystem Studies Program’s acoustic backscatter data collection; includes cleaning, archiving and analysis. - Participated as an observer, oceanographer and acoustic technician on 2004 through 2007 marine mammal abundance cruises. - Outreach coordinator focused on development of research based curriculum, organization and implementation of events, and establishment of partnerships with local science education organizations.
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Educator
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May 2001 - Jun 2005
- Provided marine science education to public in various aspects. - Focused on private tours, camps and various group events (e.g. Sleepovers). - Promotionally trained for all positions, including some leadership roles - Provided marine science education to public in various aspects. - Focused on private tours, camps and various group events (e.g. Sleepovers). - Promotionally trained for all positions, including some leadership roles
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Educator
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May 2003 - Mar 2005
- Provided hands-on life science programs for K-8 schools, senior facilities, community events and birthday parties. - Assisted in program development and animal care. - Attended numerous state and country wide education conferences. - Provided hands-on life science programs for K-8 schools, senior facilities, community events and birthday parties. - Assisted in program development and animal care. - Attended numerous state and country wide education conferences.
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Educator
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Apr 1998 - Feb 1999
- Assisted in marine science camps for elementary-aged children - Participated in development of educational materials and projects - Provided instruction for sailing and other water sports - Assisted in marine science camps for elementary-aged children - Participated in development of educational materials and projects - Provided instruction for sailing and other water sports
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Education
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2011 - 2014
Point Loma Nazarene University
Master's of Science, Biology -
2010 - 2011
San Diego Mesa College
Geographic Information Specialist Certificate -
1997 - 2001
University of San Diego
B.A., Marine Science, Biology Emphasis
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