Katharine Spence
Pawleys Island,SC
Summary
A compassionate Vet Technician and research enthusiast with a demonstrated ability to efficiently and productively apply skills for the welfare of animal health. I am deeply committed to becoming a dedicated and impactful veterinarian, driven by a passion to improve animal lives through compassionate care, scientific advancement, and lifelong learning.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Vet Technician
Dr. Candace Boyd
Pawleys Island, SC
03.2019 - 05.2025
- Worked part-time and full-time 9-hour shifts,
- Assisted with exams, surgeries, diagnostics, and patient monitoring
- Performed physical exams, radiographs, and basic lab tests
- Administered vaccines and dispensed medications
- Communicated with clients on treatment plans and discharge
- Trained new staff and served as medical scribe
Summer Research Student
Dr. Jeremy Morris
Spartanburg, SC
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Selected as one of two students to co-lead faculty-mentored research projects
- Co-developed and executed studies on feline sexual dimorphism and aggression in crickets
- Oversaw research design, data collection, and analysis using laboratory instruments and software
- Conducted precise dissections while adhering to ethical and laboratory safety standards
- Maintained care for live specimens and proper handling of preserved biological materials
- Co-authored two research papers detailing methodology, data analysis, and findings
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Wofford College
Spartanburg, SC02-2024
Minor - Philosophy
Wofford College
Spartanburg, SC02-2024
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
Coker University
Hartsville, SCSome College (No Degree) - Physics
HGTC
Georgetown, SCSome College (No Degree) - Physics
Coastal Carolina University
Conway, SCSkills
Animal & Clinical Care
- Animal handling, surgical assistance, diagnostics, and patient monitoring
- Medication administration, radiographs, and lab testing
- Client communication, discharge coordination, and follow-up care
Research & Laboratory
- Independent research planning, dissection, and data analysis
- Scientific writing, software use, and ethical specimen handling
- Adherence to lab safety and protocol compliance
Communication & Professionalism
- Reception, appointment scheduling, and client education
- Medical scribing, recordkeeping, and staff training
- Personable, quick on feet, with strong time management, collaboration, and professionalism
Affiliations
- Philosophy minor: ethics and moral reasoning in medicine and animal care
- NCAA Division II (2 yrs) and Division I (2 yrs) student-athlete, cross country & track (SoCon member)
- Independent COVID-19 vaccine efficacy research; presented at Undergraduate Research Symposium (Coker University, 2020)
- Competitive equine hunter jumper rider through 2022
- Wildlife rehabilitation, foster pet care, neonatal kitten bottle-feeding
- Member, SURF (Symposium for Undergraduate Research & Creative Expression), Wofford College
Accomplishments
- Southern Conference Academic Honor Roll, Coker University (2021–2022, 2022–2023)
- Dean’s List, Coker University (2021)
- SAC Commissioner’s Honor Roll (2022–2023)
- Set Coker University indoor track record, 5,000 meters
- Competed in Southern Conference Championship, Division II (Coker University)
- Nominated for Southern Conference Indoor Track Championship, Division I (Wofford College, 2022)
- Presented research at Southern Conference Undergraduate Research Forum (SoCon SURF) (2023)
- Participated in Senior Showcase of research and creative works (May 2023)
- Selected to present summer research at Association of Southeastern Biologists (ASB) Annual Meeting
- Co-author of two pending research publications under review
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Summer Research Student
Dr. Jeremy Morris
06.2023 - 08.2023
Vet Technician
Dr. Candace Boyd
03.2019 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Wofford College
Minor - Philosophy
Wofford College
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
Coker University
Some College (No Degree) - Physics
HGTC
Some College (No Degree) - Physics
Coastal Carolina University
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