Morgan Jeter

SA alumna Morgan Jeter, currently a sophomore majoring in animal science at NC State, discovered a passion for marine animals in her research work with the Alaska SeaLife Center this summer. Morgan shares that this experience not only sparked her interest in research but also showed her how veterinary medicine and research must work together in many ways.

Morgan shares:

“In this experience, I gained knowledge in data collection and comparison along with learning how to examine factors that could be affecting a population over time. Additionally, I learned that research is not always easy and doesn’t always give a clear answer to why something is happening, in this case, low population numbers. However, the data gained through studies like this one can provide vital insight and knowledge about the health of a population and the ocean as a whole. I can’t wait to explore more opportunities and careers in research and veterinary medicine!”