Sarah Lang
Personal Information
Senior biochemistry major
Hometown: Peoria, IL
Contact Info: 309-265-1518; slang@monmouthcollege.edu
Undergraduate Research Activities
Aug 2013: SOfIA (2013) The Effects of Sulfadimethoxine and Malachite Green on the Gregarine Parasite Count of Madagascar Hissing Cockroaches
- Studied how different dosages of two drugs, sulfadimethoxine and malachite green, affected the level of gregarine parasite infection in Madagascar Hissing Cockroaches
- Constructed presentation and poster to present findings at the end of the 3-week research period
Aug 2015: SOfIA (2015) The Effects of Gregarine Parasites on the Physiology of Madagascar Hissing Cockroaches
- Guided freshman SOfIA students on project creation and served as a mentor throughout the project
- Aided in new students' development of lab, research, and presentation skills
Current: BIOC 430 with Sturgeon
Presentations
Aug 2013: (SOfIA poster presentation)The Effects of Sulfadimethoxine and Malachite Green on the Gregarine Parasite Count of Madagascar Hissing Cockroaches
Aug 2015: (SOfIA poster presentation)The Effects of Gregarine Parasites on the Physiology of Madagascar Hissing Cockroaches
Other Involvement
Midwest Journal of Undergraduate Research
- Publications Editor: responsible for formatting the final printed journal using InDesign software
- Developed skills in reviewing and editing undergraduate research papers from a variety of disciplines
Teaching Assistant
- Managed lab safety and aided students in proper use of instrumentation
- Provided feedback to students on lab calculations and lab technique
Biology 150 SI
- Held sessions outside of regular class time to help students understand a variety of topics
- Organized evening review sessions for exams
- Worked with the Biology 150 professor to construct and distribute study guides for each in-class exam
OSF Summer Student Volunteer
- 30+ hours spent working in the Adult Medical/Surgical Unit
- Aided in replacing shipments of medical supplies, maintaining sanitization, and ensuring patient comfort whenever possible
- Developed skills in bedside manner, recognition of necessary equipment, and hospital navigation.
Monmouth College Swim Team (2013-2015)
- Academic All-Conference Athlete (2013-2015)
- Developed skills in both leading and cooperating on a diverse team of athletes
Career Plans
Nurse Practitioner (through direct-entry MSN for non-nursing majors)