Weber State University Medical Laboratory Sciences (MLS) Department

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Weber State University Medical Laboratory Sciences (MLS) Department

The MLS programs at WSU aim to provide the highest standards of education to future lab professionals

The Department offers two Medical Laboratory Sciences programs: A two year AAS degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences (MLS) / Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT), and a four year BS degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences (MLS) / Medical Technology (MT). Each of these degrees is offered both as on-campus and online programs. Those interested in either the online AAS/BS in MLS program must be currently employed in a hospital or clinical laboratory.

05/14/2026

The Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences was proud to participate in STEM Fest at New Bridge Elementary this past week! We just love teaching future scientists about the amazing work we do in healthcare!

04/24/2026

MLS undergraduate research students presented at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research in Richmond, Virginia.

We are incredibly proud of the work these future laboratory scientists shared on a national stage. Their dedication to research and commitment to the field of Medical Laboratory Sciences reflects the strength of our program and the future of laboratory medicine.

04/16/2026

F***l Fest 2026: K-POOP Intestinal Demon Hunters

Another year, another battle… and this time, our Clinical Microbiology students took on parasites like true K-poop demon hunters.

After weeks of collecting their own samples, the stage was set for an epic showdown. Armed with microscopes instead of mics, students tracked down the most elusive intestinal “demons” hiding in plain sight. 🪱👀

The competition was fierce, the vibes were immaculate, and the stakes? Legendary. Those who uncovered the most parasites earned the coveted F***l Fest Button a symbol of honor that will live on their lab coats and at graduation for years to come.

Talent. Precision. A little chaos.
Just another iconic year of F***l Fest.

***lFest2026

04/09/2026

Let’s hear it for all of our incredible undergraduate researchers! 👏👏👏

Students from the Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences showcased their research at the WSU Spring Research & Engagement Symposium on Wednesday. This event is a culmination of all the blood, sweat, and tears that go into being a scientist and we are so honored to be part of that journey.

Shoutout to Hailey Robins, Amy Bills, and Jayden Jones, who took home an award for their collaboration with Dr. Gennie Parkman 🏆 Their project, “Variations in T-lymphocyte and Natural Killer Cell Populations Between the Melanoma Microenvironment and Peripheral Blood,” highlights the impactful research our students are contributing to the field.

So proud of this incredible work! 💙

04/02/2026

Faculty Spotlight!

We are incredibly proud to share that our very own Chalice Gustaveson has been selected as the recipient of the Brenda Marsteller Kowalewski Award for Outstanding New Faculty at Weber State University.

This award recognizes faculty who go above and beyond in their first year, and Chalice’s dedication to students, excellence in teaching, and meaningful contributions to the program truly reflect this honor.

Join us in celebrating Chalice’s commitment to student success and the impact she has already made within the MLS program and the broader WSU community!

Leave a comment below to congratulate Chalice and show your support!

03/27/2026

CAMPUS APPLICATIONS DUE APRIL 1st!!!!!!

03/20/2026

Fridays are for nanopore sequencing!

03/19/2026

Throwback Thursday!

We’re throwing it back to Fall 2025 to celebrate one of our incredible graduates and BS Online Student of the Year, Christian Tala! 👏🎉

Christian your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence truly sets you apart, and we are so proud to call you one of ours.

As we celebrate past success, we’re also looking ahead to our upcoming Spring 2026 graduates! 🎓

Graduation is just around the corner: Saturday, April 25 with the MLS pinning ceremony happening a few hours before.

Don’t forget Grad Finale on March 31 at the Dee Events Center ( or order your items online!). Pick up your cap & gown, celebrate, and get ready for the big day!

Learn more: https://www.weber.edu/graduation/grad-finale.html

We can’t wait to celebrate the Class of 2026 soon!

🎓

03/13/2026

Faculty Spotlight!

We are incredibly proud to share that our very own Dr. Justin Rhees, has been invited as the featured guest speaker for the 45th Annual L. Jean Stubbins Memorial Lecture

Dr. Rhees will be presenting his expertise on "Transfusion Support for ABO Incompatible Organ Transplant Recipients." This prestigious invitation highlights the caliber of faculty we have here at WSU.

Join us in celebrating Dr. Rhees’s dedication to the field of Blood Banking and his commitment to excellence in MLS education! Drop a "🎉" in the comments to show your support for Dr. Rhees!

03/06/2026

Most students close out spring break by squeezing in a little more vacation…

Our Medical Laboratory Sciences research students closed it out by doing science. 🧪🔬

Back in the lab, running experiments, analyzing data, and pushing their research forward because curiosity doesn’t take a week off.

We’re proud of the dedication, critical thinking, and passion these students bring to the field of Medical Laboratory Sciences and to the future of laboratory medicine.

Not the typical spring break… but definitely our kind of fun. 💜

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3875 Stadium Way
Ogden, UT
84408

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http://www.weber.edu/mls

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