ALISON R.

EMMERT
1100 Stonegate Dr #122 Auburn, AL, 36832 (410)533-9282 are0011@auburn.edu

EDUCATION
Veterinary Medicine, DVM
08/2016
Auburn University
College of Veterinary Medicine

Biology & Agriculture

----Western Kentucky University
Ogden College of Science

Marketing, BS
12/2005
University of Maryland
R.H. Smith School of Business

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
RESEARCH

20132014

Research Assistant
Merial Veterinary Scholars Program
Auburn University
College of Veterinary Medicine
Auburn, AL

Examined the expression of HCA2 receptors in response to

fasting in male and female mice
Presented results at three research conferences to date
Awarded best poster, 2013 Phi Zeta Research Day
Awarded best presentation, 2014 Phi Zeta Research Day

20112012

Research Assistant

2011

Intern

Parasitology & Immunology Lab

Western Kentucky University
Biology Department
Bowling Green, KY
Windows to Regulatory Medicine
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Center for Veterinary Medicine
Silver Spring, MD

Investigated seroprevalance of T. cruzi in the domestic canine

population of Southern Kentucky
Presented results at three research conferences
Awarded best poster, 2011 Kentucky Academy of Sciences

Scrutinized Health Hazard Evaluations (HHE), looking for

trends on levels of hazardous materials in animal feeds and
leading causes of contamination in the manufacturing process
Created a dynamic, searchable database of HHE information

TEACHING
20152013

Instructor (Student)

20112012

Teaching Assistant

Veterinary Field Mission Course

Maderas Rainforest Conservancy
Ometepe, Nicarauga
Department of Biology
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY

Taught basic veterinary science to undergraduate students

Co-coordinated and executed a rural community outreach
clinic, including spays and neuters, with World Vets staff

Nominated for best undergraduate TA in 2012

Taught an introductory biology lab to 20+ students
Responsible for all grading and submission of final grades

Assessed incoming patients and assisted with exams

Administered treatments, filled prescriptions
Performed radiographs, fecals, urinalysis, etc

PRACTICE
20092010

Veterinary Assistant

20082009

Veterinary ICU/ER Technician

24 hour, multi-doctor, emergency
& critical care facility, AHAA
Animal Medical Hospital
Charlotte, NC

General veterinary practice, AHAA

Greystone Pet Hospital
Bowling Green, KY

Responded to emergencies working with doctors and

technicians to stabilize patients
Provided highest quality patient care and monitoring for
early detection of complications
Assisted with wound repair and surgery, monitored patients
during anesthesia and recovery

ALISON R. EMMERT
1100 Stonegate Dr #122 Auburn, AL, 36832 (410)533-9282 are0011@auburn.edu

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
OTHER RELATED
2014

Selected as the 2014 Auburn University recipient

Visited Plum Island Animal Disease Center to learn about
infectious and zoonotic disease affecting US agriculture

Three Ring Ranch

Kona, HI

Summer externship at an exotic animal sanctuary

Responsible for care of animals and instruction of volunteers
Spent two days each week assisting in the local humane society
spay/neuter program

Participant

One of ten AUCVM students selected to attend the Veterinary

Student Day at the CDC headquarters in Atlanta, GA

Fellow
USDA Smith-Killborne Program
Greenport, NY

2014

2014

Externship

CDC Veterinary Student Day

Atlanta, GA

20122014

Student Representative
Hills Pet Nutrition
Auburn, AL

Responsible for brand recognition, education, and outreach at

Auburn University and surrounding community
Plan, budget, and execute numerous events each semester, such
as Lunch-and-Learns, scholarships, and student photo contests

20112012

Competitor, Member

20052006

Project Manager
Marketing Communications

WKU Dairy Club

Bowling Green, MD

Represented WKU Dairy Club as a competitor at the 2012

National Intercollegiate Dairy Challenge

Developed leadership and communication skills while

managing diverse, cross-functional teams
Demonstrated ability to perform well under pressure,
routinely meeting deadlines while ensuring all projects
were on budget and met technical specifications
Established a comprehensive understanding of inventory and
budget management

Newell Rubbermaid
Columbia, MD

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

2013-2014
2013-2014
2012-2014
2012-2014
2012-2014

Chair
Treasurer
Member
Member
Member

AUCVM Open House Committee

AUCVM Surgery Club
Student Chapter of the American Veterinary Medical Association
American Association of Small Ruminant Practitioners
American Association of Bovine Practitioners

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
20122014

Raptor Rehabilitation Volunteer

Southeastern Raptor Center
Auburn, AL

Coordinated with SRC staff to rehabilitate sick, injured, and

orphaned raptors for release

20082009

Raptor Rehabilitation Volunteer

Carolina Raptor Center
Charlotte, NC

Coordinated with CRC staff to rehabilitate sick, injured, and

orphaned raptors for release

20022005

Assistance Dog Trainer

Successfully trained three dogs to work with disabled partners as

Service or Hearing Dogs with full rights of public access in
accordance with the American Disabilities Act

Fidos for Freedom, Inc

Laurel, MD