MSU Biomedical Laboratory Diagnostics

Each summer, BLD medical laboratory science students complete clinical rotations at one of 25 affiliated clinical sites across Michigan and Ohio. During their rotations, students gain hands-on experience in hematology, microbiology, immunohematology, and chemistry while working alongside laboratory professionals.
 
BLD advisor Nicole Richardson recently visited students at their clinical sites and brought along cookies from the MSU Bakery! 🍪💚

We’ve been digging through photographs, milestones, and memories to prepare for a special celebration.

Join us on August 31 as we launch a year-long celebration of the Biomedical Laboratory Diagnostics Program’s 100th Anniversary.

Stay tuned for more updates!

This week, we welcomed students from the Lansing School District as part of the MI GEAR UP Summer Program!
 
Students explored the field of medical laboratory science, learned about the vital role laboratory professionals play in healthcare, discussed career opportunities, and gained hands-on experience in the lab.
 
Thank you to everyone who helped introduce the next generation of healthcare professionals to the exciting world of laboratory science! 🧪💚

Shoutout to our BLD students who participated in the 16th annual MidSURE Symposium! Their research, hard work, and dedication were on full display as they represented BLD among undergraduate researchers from across campus. Congratulations on a job well done!

These skills go beyond the laboratory.

Through coursework, hands-on experiences, and collaboration with peers and faculty, BLD students develop the critical thinking, attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills needed to succeed in laboratory science and beyond.

Which of these skills has been most valuable in your own academic or professional journey?

Calling all BLD/MT Program alumni! Your experiences are part of our 100-year story.

Share your story by clicking the link in our bio and be part of our anniversary celebration!

A look back at the early days of BLD! Featuring Dr. Esther Smith and two students in the 1960s, this moment reflects the foundation the program was built on.

Over nearly 100 years, those early experiences have grown into a legacy that continues today.

More to come as we get closer to celebrating 100 years!

A degree from the Biomedical Laboratory Diagnostics Program in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) or Biomedical Laboratory Science (BLS) opens the door to a wide range of career paths.
 
BLD graduates go on to careers in clinical laboratories, advanced health professions, healthcare administration, research and development, and more. Each path plays a critical role in patient care, innovation, and the future of healthcare.
 
Swipe to explore a few of these pathways, and visit our website to see the full list. Link in bio!

After more than two decades of dedication to the BLD Program, Dr. Kathy Hoag is retiring this June. Her dedication to student growth and learning helped prepare thousands of Spartans. 
 
Thank you, Dr. Hoag, for your years of commitment, guidance, and lasting contributions to the BLD community 💚
 
Read more about her incredible career at the link in our bio.

100 days to 100 years 💚🔬

The countdown to celebrating a century of excellence, innovation, and Spartan impact at Michigan State University’s Biomedical Laboratory Diagnostics Program has officially begun!

As we prepare to celebrate 100 years, we’d love to hear from our alumni! Share your favorite BLD memories, photos, and stories by tagging us or sending us a DM. Stay tuned for upcoming anniversary celebration details!