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With her Fulbright research in Malawi now complete, Katie McGraw reflects on a year that challenged her to apply her MLS training in a real-world global health research setting. As the first undergraduate Fulbright recipient from the Biomedical Laboratory Diagnostics Program, the experience strengthened her scientific independence, broadened her perspective, and helped clarify her future goals in research and medicine.

Read how BLD senior and National Guard member Jasmine Strayer found community, leadership opportunities, and strengthened her path toward becoming an MLS.

BLD alum Meredith Herman, was recently honored with the 2025 CAP Resident of the Year Award. Read more about her journey and what this award means to her!

Nicholas Barron recently earned himself the 2025 CAP Foundation Sparking Interest in Pathology Award and the 2025 CAP Distinguished Medical Student Award. Learn more about his journey and the impact BLD has had on his career!

BLD alum Dr. Rebekah Martin recently released her new book—101 Topics fo Clinical Microbiology Laboratory Leaders: Accreditation, Verification, Quality Systems, and More! The book offers practical guidance for laboratory professionals at all levels.

After 14 years with MSU’s Biomedical Laboratory Diagnostics Program, Andrea Rafferty is retiring. From her start as department secretary to her role as office coordinator, Andrea’s dedication to students, staff, and faculty has left a lasting legacy.

New BLD pre-health mentorship initiative aims to support the next generation of healthcare leaders.