“Live in the sunshine, swim the sea, drink the wild air.”

– Ralph Waldo Emerson

profile


I am a dedicated individual with an unwavering passion for the ocean and marine biology. Ever since I can remember, I've been drawn to the vast mysteries of the sea and the incredible diversity of life it harbors. This lifelong fascination led me to pursue a major in animal science at the University of Rhode Island (URI), where I've had the opportunity to deepen my knowledge and understanding of marine ecosystems. My love for the ocean and animals has not only shaped my academic path but also fuels my commitment to making a meaningful contribution to the field.

EDUCATION


University of Rhode Island

South Kingstown, Rhode Island

Class of 2025 | Animal Science Major, GPA 3.71

Xaverian Brothers High School

Westwood, Massachusetts

Class of 2021 | GPA 3.75

awards & positions


National Society of Collegiate Scholars
2023

National Honor Society
2019-2021

Xaverian Science Award
2017-2021

Redefining Strong Award
Selected to represent Xaverian in “Redefining Strong” Campaign.

Xaverian Science Club President
2017 - 2021

  • Conduct meeting of Science Club members.

  • Manage maintenance and care of all Xaverian aquariums and terrariums.

experience


Animal Management

University of Rhode Island AVS and online CITI programs - South Kingstown, Ri | Fall 2022 - present

  • Completed hands-on training for the management and care of zoo animals, exotic species, fish, and both ruminant and mono-gastric farm animals.

  • Completed Collaborative Institutional Initiative Training courses and labs on aquatic and terrestrial animals including trout, zebrafish, chickens, cattle, goats, sheep, and pigs.

Sales Representative

Forestdale Bait and Tackle - Forestdale, MA | Summer 2022 - 2023

  • Top Sales Representative

  • Advise customers on the purchase of rods, reels, bait, and lures.

  • Design new lures, rigs, and rod combinations.

  • Create displays.

  • Maintain live bait tanks.

  • Provide advice on rigging, techniques, and fishing locations.

Bike Mechanic

RideAway Adventures - Mashpee, MA | Summer 2019 - 2022

  • Repairs, tune-ups, and maintenance of rental and customer-owned cycles.

Shellfish Technician

Mashpee Department of Natural Recourses - Mashpee, MA | Summer 2024 - present

  • Grow, transport, clean, sort, and maintain oysters and quahogs in various upwelling systems and cages to filter nitrogen in different bays and rivers of Mashpee.

Science Community Tour Guide

Woods Hole Business Association - Woods Hole, MA | Summer 2019

Toured visitors through the Woods Hole science buildings and sites of

  • Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute

  • Marine Biological Laboratory

  • National Oceanography and Atmospheric Administration and others

Water Research Junior Scientist

Popponesset Water Quality Commission - Mashpee MA | 2018 - 2021

  • Collect water samples and test for dissolved oxygen, nitrogen, phosphate, nitrate, and chlorophyll

  • Compare data to past tests and other sites

skills


  • Animal management

  • Fishing Equipment

  • Water Quality Testing Equipment

  • General mechanical maintenance

  • Marine navigation

  • Problem-solving

  • Teaching

  • Team Leadership & Collaboration

interests


Marine Biology

General Animal Science

Aquaculture

Health and Nutrition

Calisthenics

Water Quality Testing

Fishing, PWC, Skiing, Sailing, Paddle Boarding, Biking, Swimming/Snorkeling

contact


23 Jeep place
Mashpee MA 02649 (PO box 2605)

117 Thornton Road
Waltham MA 02453

781-999-4024

hansbringsjr@gmail.com