Sarah Barcalow
Middlesboro,KY
Summary
Third year veterinary student who is passionate about applying a One Health approach to veterinary challenges, particularly in the context of wildlife and large animal care. A background in research and working with Arctic ungulates and desire to gain clinical experience in equine and wildlife medicine.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, Tn
03.2024 - Current
- Facilitate research utilizing One Health perspective addressing burnout in veterinary profession
- Conducted literature reviews to support faculty research projects.
Research Assistant
University of Kentucky GLUCK Equine Center
Lexington, Ky
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Conducted research on ECG and LH hormone analysis within equine reproductive unit.
- Assisted in reproductive monitoring through palpation and ultrasound techniques.
- Collected semen samples and performed artificial insemination procedures.
BLaST Mentor
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, Alaska
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Mentored students who were part of the NIH Biomedical Learning and Student Training program
- Organized workshops to enhance student skills and knowledge.
- Developed individualized mentorship plans for diverse student needs.
Station Manager
Robert G. White Large Animal Research Station
Fairbanks, Ak
05.2014 - 08.2023
- Cared for large mammals, including reindeer, muskoxen, wood bison, and cattle.
- Collaborated with researchers, professors, and students on various research and class projects.
- Assisted veterinarian during medical procedures to ensure animal welfare.
- Maintained integrity of habitats through fence building and pasture management.
- Hired, supervised, and trained teams of 2 to 10 employees effectively.
- Scheduled activities related to research, education, and facility maintenance.
- Ensured compliance with IACUC and USDA regulations while adhering to approved protocols.
Outreach Coordinator
Robert G. White Large Animal Research Station
Fairbanks, AK
05.2014 - 08.2023
- Developed and maintained LARS website and online store.
- Managed social media campaigns to promote research station activities and events.
- Developed outreach programs for community engagement at large animal research facility.
- Collaborated with other departments on projects related to marketing and public relations efforts.
Research Assistant
UAF Animal Resource Center
Fairbanks, Ak
04.2015 - 10.2015
- USDA Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education funded project.
- Effectively conducted field data collection of herbage yield, ground cover, soil organic matter, and nutrient levels at various sites.
Education
Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine -
Lincoln Memorial Univeristy
Harrogate, Tn01.2028
One Health Master's -
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, Ak01.2023
B.S. - Wildlife Biology and Conservation
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, Ak01.2015
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Heavy machinery operation
- Team leadership
- Animal Husbandry
Extracurricular Activities
2025- Present-President, LMU- VOICE Club
2025- Present- Treasurer, LMU- SFT Club
Accomplishments
Barcalow, S., Thompson, J., Stark, A., Scoggin, K., Conley, A., & Loux, S. (n.d.). Novel application of a PMSG assay for measurement of circulating LH levels in horses. Theriogenology. (Submitted, December 2025)
Timeline
Research Assistant
University of Kentucky GLUCK Equine Center
05.2024 - 07.2024
Research Assistant
Lincoln Memorial University
03.2024 - Current
BLaST Mentor
University of Alaska Fairbanks
07.2023 - 01.2024
Research Assistant
UAF Animal Resource Center
04.2015 - 10.2015
Station Manager
Robert G. White Large Animal Research Station
05.2014 - 08.2023
Outreach Coordinator
Robert G. White Large Animal Research Station
05.2014 - 08.2023
Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine -
Lincoln Memorial Univeristy
One Health Master's -
University of Alaska Fairbanks
B.S. - Wildlife Biology and Conservation
University of Alaska Fairbanks