Biography

Education:

• Master of Art in Bio-Molecular Science, Central CT. State University, 2008. GPA 3.7
• Bachelor of Science in Bio-Molecular Science, Central CT. State University, 2006
• Associate of Science in Biotechnology, Housatonic Community College, 2003. GPA 3.6

Certificates

• Association of College & University Educators (ACUE) – Effective Teaching Certificate, 2017
• Forensic Science for Educators, University of New Haven, 2015
• Pastoral Counseling Certificate, ST. Francis Hospital, 2014
• Pastoral Counseling Graduate Certificate, Liberty University Theological School, 2014
• Certificate in Forensic Science, Professional Career Development Institute, 2004

Recognition/Awards:

• 4/20/2018: Awarded Board of Regents Local and State-Wide Teaching Award
• 11/19/2016: Awarded Housatonic Community College Young Alumni Award
• 6/25/2016: Awarded Jettie Tisdale Community STEAM Award

Publications:
Avant, R. L., The Spirit of Gardening- Gardening for New Bees. Xulon Press, April. 2020