Laura Bowen
About Laura Bowen
Laura Bowen is a Management Analyst at the U.S. Geological Survey, where she has worked since 2023. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Geology and a Bachelor of Arts in Geography, both from West Virginia University.
Work at U.S. Geological Survey
Laura Bowen currently serves as a Management Analyst at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) in Golden, Colorado, a position she has held since 2023. Prior to this role, she worked as an Administrative Operations Assistant at USGS from 2020 to 2023 in Denver, Colorado. In her positions, she has contributed to various operational and analytical tasks that support the agency's mission.
Education and Expertise
Laura Bowen holds two degrees from West Virginia University. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Geology and a Bachelor of Arts in Geography, both completed between 2013 and 2020. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in geological sciences and geographical analysis, equipping her for her roles in environmental and operational analysis.
Background
Before her tenure at the U.S. Geological Survey, Laura Bowen worked as a Customer Service Specialist at Bed Bath & Beyond from 2012 to 2016, gaining experience in customer relations in both Vienna, VA, and Morgantown, WV. Additionally, she served as a Work-Study Student at West Virginia University from 2018 to 2020, where she developed skills relevant to her administrative and operational roles.
Professional Experience
Laura Bowen has accumulated diverse professional experience over the years. Her role as a Customer Service Specialist at Bed Bath & Beyond involved direct interaction with customers, enhancing her communication skills. As a Work-Study Student at West Virginia University, she engaged in various tasks that supported her academic pursuits and provided practical experience in a university setting.