Norman Bird Sanctuary
Suzanne Bates has held various roles in different companies, including being a Front Desk Receptionist & Cashier at Norman Bird Sanctuary, a City Letter Carrier at United States Postal Service, a Host 12 & Tour Guide at The Preservation Society of Newport County, a Shift Supervisor at Brewed Awakenings Coffee House RI, and a Quality Assurance Intern at State Street. Suzanne also worked as a Student Assistant at University of Rhode Island, where Suzanne completed their Bachelor's Degree in International Business and Chinese Language and Literature. Additionally, Suzanne studied abroad at Zhejiang University for Chinese Language and Literature.
Norman Bird Sanctuary
Norman Bird Sanctuary Established in 1949 at the bequest of Mabel Norman Cerio, the Norman Bird Sanctuary, under the charge of her will, was to maintain 235 acres of land “for the propagation, preservation, and protection of birds, and where birds and bird life may be observed, studied, taught, and enjoyed by lovers of nature and by the public generally so interested in a spirit of humanity and mercy.” Over the years, NBS has grown to include more than 325 acres of diverse habitats, and its mission remains true to Mabel Norman Cerio’s original vision. The Sanctuary is a community organization that has impacted the quality of life on Aquidneck Island and across the state for over sixty years.