Student Spotlight: Molly Brewer

Meet Molly from Manchester, New Hampshire. In May, Molly graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, offered through the Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences. 

As a first-generation college student, Molly felt that “getting a bachelor's degree in something that interested me was very important.” Though she’s always been interested in marine science, she never associated that with her educational goals. But after her time at the College of Natural Sciences (CNS), she now wants to pursue a PhD in the field. 

Aside from the ocean, Molly has always had a fascination with bees. This drove her to run for (and win) the presidency of the Beekeeping Club.  

Her love of bees also led her to the Pollinator Health and Ecology Lab (known as the Adler Lab), where she worked with bumble bees. “That lab, and all of its members, truly changed my undergraduate experience and made it something I will look back on fondly.” The Department of Biology’s Lynn Adler, for whom the lab is named, was “an amazing mentor” for Molly during her time there: “She allowed me to grow my skills in leadership and communication, as well as serve as an advocate for my interests.” 

The Animal Science major offered Molly exposure to many exciting courses. One of her favorites was Research Animal Management (ANIMLSCI 455 and 456). “I would definitely recommend that class, it is so fun and engaging. Shout out to Dr. Nuno Carreiro, who made the class so fun and enjoyable to take!” 

Since graduating, Molly has been working as a clinical research coordinator for the Yuan Lab at Massachusetts General Hospital.