HELLO, I'M
Lilly Zeitlin
WELCOME TO MY E-PORTFOLIO!
Lilly Zeitlin
I'm a recent graduate of Dickinson College where I studied Sociology and Economics with a focus on Sustainable Development.
Feel free to reach out with any questions!
Conducted in fulfillment of Honors in Economics at Dickinson College
My time working with a non-profit land conservancy and on organic farms, in tandem with my academic experience, has shaped my interest in sustainable development and local food systems. I plan to channel this interest towards assisting underserved and isolated communities in finding sustainable, equitable solutions that will allow them to evolve and grow in alignment with their culture and values. I believe that helping communities evaluate the assets that they already posses enables them to find the agency and autonomy neeeded to problem solve and build a resilient community.
About Me
Education
Dickinson College
Carlisle, PA; Class of 2021 - GPA:3.92
Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Sociology,
Minor in Spanish - Dean's List
Relevant Coursework: Quantitative Research Methods, Economic Demography and Sustainable Development, Economics of Natural Resource Sustainability
School for International Training - Jaipur, India
Sustainable Development and Social Change - Study Abroad
Spring Semester - 2019
Relevant Coursework: Development Approaches and Distributive Justice, Sustainable Futures: India and Beyond, Field Methods and Ethics
Universidad Nacional de Cuyo - Mendoza, Argentina
Spanish Immersion and Regional Studies - Study Abroad
Fall Semester - 2019
Relevant Coursework: Economic Geography
Haverford High School
Class of 2017
Skills & Experience
Research
Sustainable Agriculture
Non-Profit
Work
Skills & Experience
Research
Sustainable Agriculture
Non-Profit
Work
Resume Highlights
Independent Research, Economics Honors Thesis
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Employed both quantitative and qualitative methods to study the impacts of urbanization on small-scale farms in Central PA. Interviewed representatives from farms, agricultural organization, and government sectors.
Independent Research, Sustainable Development Program, India
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Immersive program culminated in qualitative research where I analyzed the impacts of urban, industrial development on rural horticultural communities. Conducted and analyzed over 20 interviews and presented my findings in a paper connecting local development to a series of regional land use shifts.
Intern, Central Pennsylvania Conservancy
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Expanded my understanding of the inner-workings of environmental non-profits. Learned to efficiently convey the organization’s message through newsletters, social media posts, and assisted with the accreditation process.
Baird Sustainability Fellow
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Organized lessons related to topics within the sustainability field, collaborated with sustainability-minded individuals on challenges facing our world.
Student Farmer, Dickinson College Farm
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Learned about and participated in sustainable agricultural practices on an organic diversified vegetable farm, while honing my ability to communicate effectively and to work with and motivate a team. Ensured smooth management of the weekly farmers market stand.
Captain, Dickinson Ultimate Frisbee Team
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Organized practices, maintained team's enthusiasm and energy, provided a knowledgeable and encouraging presence at games and practices
Intern and Group Leader, Interfaith Center of Greater Philadelphia
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Assisted in fine-tuning the organization’s image, put out information and resources that aligned with their mission, and improved my ability to contribute ideas in a meaningful and succinct fashion. Lead diverse groups of students in exploring new faith traditions and facilitated in-depth discussions about personal and community value systems.
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