Alexander Mitchell

Background

About Alexander Mitchell

I am a recent (12 MAY 2022) graduate of Kennesaw State University where I've obtained a Bachelor's of Science in Anthropology. I have a preference for biological anthropology, and I intend to attend graduate school with the goal of earning a Ph.D. in Forensic Anthropology. However, I enjoy learning about all facets of anthropology. Before beginning my academic career I served almost six years in the United States Army as an infantryman. While in the Army I lived in Germany for two years and completed two combat tours in Iraq, and Afghanistan. At my highest level of responsibility, I was in command of a team of four soldiers. As a team leader, I facilitated duties ranging from equipment maintenance to training safety procedures, logistical procurement, and tactical combat operations. I also served as the soldiers' mentor and guided them through any non-work-related personal issues to the best of my abilities. After the Military, I attended the Divers Institute of Technology in Seattle Washington, whereupon completion of the program I received a Surface Supplied Air/Gas diver certification from the Divers Certification Board of Canada, one of the world's premier commercial diving regulatory agencies. I was subsequently employed as diver/tender in New Orleans, Louisiana from 2016 until the start of my academic pursuits in the Fall of 2019. Other than these main areas of work, I also have work experience in security, construction, rideshare driving, and carpentry. I have volunteered with multiple community projects, delivering food and household goods to individuals in need, and providing support at my local animal shelters when I can.