My name is Christian Capobianco and I am thrilled to be a member of the NCSU CVM class of 2023. I am originally from Wantagh, NY and moved to Holly Springs, NC prior to attending NCSU for my undergraduate degree. I graduated in Fall of 2018 with my B.S. in Animal Science.
I have always had a passion for zoological medicine and began gaining experience within the veterinary field during high school. Throughout my time at NCSU, I was afforded a variety of opportunities to explore this passion including the opportunity to study abroad. During my undergraduate career, I worked as a veterinary nurse and was able to put my passion for education to use by working as a camp coordinator and teaching assistant.
I was very involved in research being performed at the Blikslager lab and was able to get involved in a project involving the recovery of intestinal barrier function following ischemic injury. In the future, I hope to continue working with exotics and wildlife as a board-certified zoological veterinarian.
Veterinary Experience:
- Golden Triangle Asian Elephant Foundation Veterinary Department (Thailand)
- Mobile Wildlife Veterinary Practice (South Africa)
- Zoo Miami Animal Health Department
- Small Animal / Exotics General Practice
- Equine / Food Animal Mobile Practice
Animal Experience:
- Conservation Education Presenter Intern (Disney’s Animal Kingdom)
- Wildlife Rehabilitation Center Volunteer (NC Zoo)
- Duke Lemur Center Animal Care Assistant
- Exotic Animal Rescue Facility Husbandry and Education Volunteer
- Horseback Riding Camp Counselor
Research Experience:
- Undergraduate Researcher in NCSU CVM Gastrointestinal Physiology Laboratory
- Honors Thesis: “The Role of Na+/H+ Exchanger Isoforms in the Recovery of Porcine Intestinal Barrier Function”
Honors / Awards:
- Summa Cum Laude
- Dean’s List
- University Honors Program
- CALS Honors Program
- Undergraduate Research Symposium Outstanding Presenter
- Global Engagement Exposition Presenter
- CALS Agricultural Foundation Scholarship
- Alma O. Savage Scholarship
- Carolina Brahman Breeders Association Scholarship
- AP Scholar with Honors
- Fear Free Certification
Extracurricular Activities:
- NCSU Veterinary Science Enhancement Camp Coordinator
- Teaching Assistant for ANS 110 and ANS 206
- VetPAC Networking Event and Pre-Vet Orientation Invited Speaker
- HOSA Major Officer
- Varsity Volleyball Libero
- Production / Set Design Intern
- Police Activity League: Special Needs Unit Volunteer