Master of Laboratory Animal Science Our Students & Alumni

Giovanna DiStefano, Drexel MLAS Class of 2021

Giovanna DiStefano

"I chose to apply to Drexel to extend my knowledge about lab animal science and research. My interest in veterinary medicine helped me discover my passion for research. I felt that the Drexel MLAS program would provide me with a solid foundation of rigorous biological science courses as well as a well-rounded education in the many other variables that play a role in animal research."
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Taylor Kolbe, Master of Laboratory Animal Science Class of 2021

Taylor Kolbe, MLAS Class of 2021

"This program will prepare you for veterinary school especially if your undergraduate school did not specifically have an animal-related major. I really appreciated the Medical Microbiology course because, although her exams were tough, the course introduced me to new methods for studying that I can take with me to veterinary school." Read more.


Nicoletti Paci, Master of Laboratory Animal Science Class of 2020

Nicolette Paci, MLAS Class of 2020

"The MLAS program has given me the opportunity to develop my study methods while taking challenging new courses that I may not have had the exposure to during my time as an undergraduate. Since I have taken courses like graduate physiology, pharmacology and medical microbiology, I have a strong foundation of knowledge that I am able to build on during my four years of veterinary school." Read more.


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MLAS Alumni Stand Out

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Animal science laboratory technician looking at vials.