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Alumni Spotlight: Nicholas Barron

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!

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BLD Alum Publishes Guidebook for Laboratory Leaders

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.

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Empowering Future Healthcare Leaders: A Mentorship Initiative Transforming Lives

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

Grace Leu-Burke on the left.

Two BLD alums honored at ASCLS joint annual meeting

Janice Conway-Klaassen won 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award and Grace Leu-Burke won best professional poster.

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May 29, 2026Dr. Kathy Hoag retires after 25 years at the BLD Program

MSU Alum Meredith Herman

April 30, 2026Commencement speaker reflects on mentorship and making a difference

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April 20, 2026BLD Fulbright Follow-Up: Katie McGraw’s Journey in Malawi

March 9, 2026Student Spotlight: Jasmine Strayer