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Jennifer Thompson

Biography

Hi, my name is Jennifer Thompson, and I am in the Class of 2029 at NCSU CVM! My hometown is Wendell, NC. I graduated from NCSU in the Fall of 2024 with a B.S. in Zoology and a minor in Evolutionary Biology.

The field in veterinary medicine that I would like to work in is wildlife or exotic animal medicine. While at NCSU for my undergraduate degree, I had many influential experiences that have aided my pre-veterinary journey, including my work with the Turtle Rescue Team, a study abroad at a wildlife sanctuary in Costa Rica, and my time as a VetPAC Intern. At Turtle Rescue Team, I practiced medical treatments on wild turtles, fostering my love for both medicine and wildlife care. During my study abroad, I got to learn about proper husbandry for wild animals and types of enrichment for them in captivity. As a VetPAC Intern, I was able to practice my communication and leadership skills, network with veterinary professionals, and work to organize events to help other pre-veterinary students.

Veterinary Experience

  • Wildlife Intern at Costa Rica Rescue Center
  • Veterinary Assistant at Banfield Pet Hospital
  • NCSU VetCAMP Attendee
  • Turtle Rescue Team Volunteer

Animal Experience

  • Aquariology/Aquaculture Intern
  • Husbandry Volunteer for Langerhans Research Lab 
  • Calf-Feeding/Milking Volunteer for NCSU Dairy Farm 
  • Kennel Attendant at Park Veterinary Hospital 
  • Second Chance Pet Adoption Husbandry Volunteer 
  • BeWild Volunteer

Research Experience

  • NCSU Thinking Pets ProgramUndergraduate Researcher under Dr. Margaret Gruen

Certificates/Licenses

    • Fear Free Shelter Program

    Honors/Awards

    • Dean’s List- received each semester of undergrad
    • Manga Cum Laude High School Graduation Distinction
    • Magna Cum Laude Undergraduate Graduation Distinction
    • Invitation to Join SCLA Honor Society
    • Kappa Scholars Award

    Extracurriculars

    • Vice President of NC State’s
    • Chapter of the Diabetes Link 
    • VetPAC Intern 
    • NCSU Zoology Club Active Member
    • NCSU Biology Club Active Member
    • Martial Artist at United Martial Arts Academy
    • VetPAC Peer Mentor
    • VetCAMP Coordinator 
    • NCSU Biological Sciences Program
    • Transfer Transitions Teaching Assistant
    • VetCAMP Counselor
    • Carolina Tiger Rescue Camp Counselor
    • APVMA Lab and Lecture Host Volunteer
    • Professional Development of PreVeterinary Track Students Teaching Assistant 
    • NCMNS Floor Program Intern