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Clare began her journey in animal care through her volunteer work at Nebraska Wildlife Rehab, where she gained hands-on experience assisting with the housing and feeding of a diverse range of animals. This past summer, she worked at Bellevue Pet Adventures, a dog daycare facility, where she continued to expand her expertise in animal behavior and care while also engaging in cutting-edge microbiology research with Dr. Clayton at UNO. Her research focuses on studying the gut microbiome and investigating how changes in gut organisms can influence significant health conditions such as obesity and depression. At UNO, Clare maintains an active presence in athletics as a member of the club volleyball team, building upon her four years of high school volleyball experience. Clare plans to attend veterinary school after completing her undergraduate degree in biology, combining her passion for animal welfare with her growing expertise in microbiological research to contribute to advances in veterinary medicine and animal health.
