Alaina Smith

Alaina Smith has a diverse work experience spanning various industries. In 2012, they worked as a Food Service Worker at Crust 54. From 2014 to 2015, they volunteered at WWOOF-USA®, where they cultivated land and established an eco educational center. In 2015 and 2016, they worked as a Bartender/Waitress at Itty Bitty Bar. In 2017, they served as a Bartender/Waitress at 906 Bar and Grill. In 2018, they worked as a Greenhouse Assistant at Nagelkirks and as a Student Researcher at the Upper Michigan Brain Tumor Center, where they investigated the molecular pathways of Glioblastoma multiforme brain tumor cells. In 2019, they worked as a Waitress at Hops. From 2020 to 2021, they served as a Substitute Teacher at Marquette Area Public Schools. In 2021, they worked as a Childcare Provider in a private capacity. Currently, in 2022, they hold the position of Associate Researcher at Viridos.

Alaina Smith's education history begins in 2009 when they attended West Ottawa High School. After graduating, they pursued Pre-Nursing Studies at Northern Michigan University from 2013 to 2014. Alaina then transferred to Grand Valley State University in 2015, where they studied Biology, General, for a year. Alaina returned to Northern Michigan University in 2016 and completed their Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Biology, General, in 2019. In 2019-2020, they attended Great Lakes EMS Academy, where they obtained a certification as an EMT-B.

From 2020 to 2021, Alaina attended Northern Michigan University again, though the specific degree or field of study is undisclosed. In 2021-2022, they pursued education at Devmountain, although the degree and field of study information is not provided.

Additionally, Alaina holds several certifications. In 2012, they obtained a certification in General Industry Safety and Health from Ottawa Area Careerline Tech. In 2015, they earned a TIPS certification through Health Communications, Inc. (The TIPS Program). Most recently, in 2020, Alaina completed an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification at Great Lakes EMS Academy. Alaina also obtained a Front-End Web Developer certification from Devmountain in March 2022.