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 2013: (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, sanitizing stations on the floor, 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)