Ariel Ooms

oomsarie@msu.edu

(734)-233-4010

I am a third-year student at Michigan State University majoring in Geographic Information Science with minors in Social Science Quantitative Data Analytics and Global Public Health and Epidemiology. I am passionate about using spatial applications to solve problems and help communities in need especially in regards to public health. I am a quick and eager learner and am open to all opportunities that come my way.

Skills

Technical Skills

Google Suite
Microsoft Office
Python
SQL
RStudio
ENCO Automation

GIS

ArcGIS Pro
ArcGIS Online
QGIS
Google Earth Engine
Pix4D

Strengths

Analytical
Problem Solving
Willingness to Learn
Attention to Detail
Interpersonal Communication

Certifications

FCC Certified
CPR and First Aid

Portfolio

A collection of past work

Maps

Cartography

Data Analysis Projects

Data Analytics

Research Projects

Research

Experience

  • GIS Intern

    C.S. Mott Department of Public Health

    June 2025-August 2025
    East Lansing, Michigan

    I digitze archival data, use hot spot analysis to identify gaps in services, and create maps of Flint's retail stores to find areas struggling with food insecurity. I also attend community meetings, survey citizens of Flint, and gather biometric data on teens in Flint.

  • Research Assistant

    C.S. Mott Department of Public Health

    January 2025-Present
    Flint, Michigan

    I conduct literature review, preliminary analysis, and clean data to investigate research questions related to food insecurity and unhealthy eating behaviors. I also write and edit abstracts and present my findings at undergraduate research symposiums.

  • Peer Educator

    MSU Prevention, Outreach, and Education

    August 2024-Present
    East Lansing, Michigan

    I have facilitated over 30 workshops for incoming students at Michigan State University teaching different ways to keeping MSU's campus safe and free from violence. I teach topics related to sexual violence, healthy relationships, and stalking and hold open discussions to reduce the stigma around these topics.

  • Camp Counselor

    Livonia Parks and Recreation

    May 2024-December 2024
    Livonia, Michigan

    I created and facilitated age appropriate activities for up to 90 children ages 5-12. I ensured a clean and safe environment to promote the welfare of the campers. I tended to the needs of several campers with medical conditions. I received my CPR and first aid certification. I also effectively communicated any behavioral or health problems that occurred during the day to the camper's parents.

  • Geographic Information Science (B.S.)

    Social Science Quantitative Data Analytics Minor

    Global Public Health and Epidemiology Minor

    Michigan State University

    Honors College

    Cumulative GPA: 4.0

    August 2023-December 2026
    East Lansing, Michigan

    Relevant coursework: Problems in Geographic Information Science, Advanced Remote Sensing, Computational Modeling and Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Quantitative Methods for Geographers, Drone Analysis and Imagery

  • Board Operator

    89.1 WEMU FM

    August 2023-December 2023
    Ypsilanti, Michigan

    I acted as the board operator for National Public Radio's All Things Considered news program to ensure timely transitions between local and world news, promotion of WEMU, and traffic and weather updates. I also formatted news stories to fit station guidelines and prepare stories for upcoming broadcasts.