Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Honors and Awards
Timeline
Generic

Queen Olafadehan

Denver

Summary

Graduate student in Geography at the University of Denver, specializing in political ecology, food security, ecotourism, and sustainable development. Possesses hands-on experience in qualitative fieldwork and is developing skills in geospatial analysis, particularly in the context of conservation governance and community participation in West Africa. Committed to leveraging academic knowledge and practical expertise to address pressing environmental challenges and promote sustainable practices. Eager to contribute to innovative solutions that enhance community resilience and ecological integrity.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Teaching Assistant

University of Denver
Denver, Colorado
09.2024 - Current
  • Teaching Assistant for Our Dynamic Earth (GEOG 1216), supporting three sections during the 2024 academic year and continuing in the 2025 academic year.
  • Lead laboratory sessions of 40 students, providing supplementary lectures to reinforce lecture material and guide hands-on exercises.
  • Hold weekly office hours to assist students with assignments and course materials.
  • Assist in proctoring midterm and final exams for approximately 80 students.

Aviation Meteorologist (Intern)

Nigerian Meteorological Agency, Murtala Muhammed International Airport
Lagos, Nigeria
11.2019 - 03.2020
  • Collected and analyzed weather data at regular intervals to support aviation operations.
  • Monitored meteorological equipment to ensure accurate and continuous functionality.
  • Operated specialized computer systems for transmitting meteorological information to airlines.
  • Prepared and delivered weather summaries and technical presentations.
  • Supported research on the climate crisis in Northwest Nigeria.

Water Quality Analyst (Intern)

Unilag Water
Lagos, Nigeria
11.2016 - 01.2017
  • Collected daily water samples and monitored production processes to ensure quality compliance.
  • Conducted site inspections and customer visits to investigate reported water quality issues.
  • Documented and analyzed test results, identifying lapses in water quality.
  • Recommended corrective actions to improve production standards and customer satisfaction.

Education

MA - Geography

University of Denver
Denver, Colorado
06-2026

BSc - Geography and Planning

University of Lagos
Lagos, Nigeria
12-2021

Skills

  • Microsoft Office, Internet Research, Qualitative Research, ArcGIS, Dedoose, ENVI, SPSS

Honors and Awards

Herold Fund for Student Field Research, University of Denver – May 2025, Graduate Teaching Assistantship, University of Denver – 2024 & 2025 Academic Years

Timeline

Teaching Assistant

University of Denver
09.2024 - Current

Aviation Meteorologist (Intern)

Nigerian Meteorological Agency, Murtala Muhammed International Airport
11.2019 - 03.2020

Water Quality Analyst (Intern)

Unilag Water
11.2016 - 01.2017

MA - Geography

University of Denver

BSc - Geography and Planning

University of Lagos
Queen Olafadehan