Veteran finds fulfillment in helping animals
Fall 2024 ASU graduate Logan Mullins just completed a Bachelor of Science in applied biological sciences with a concentration in pre-veterinary medicine. He looks forward to starting veterinary school in 2025. Photo by Henry Lu/ASU
Editor’s note: This story is part of a series of profiles of notable fall 2024 graduates.
While caring for a neglected boxer at a local dog shelter where he volunteered, Logan Mullins knew veterinary medicine was the right path for him.
“She was essentially skin and bones and you could tell that she had experienced a great deal of trauma in her life,” Mullins said. “At the end of my shift, I applied medication to her eye and when I kneeled down and invited her to come over, she placed her head in my hand.”
That brief interaction made him realize that a career helping animals would bring him the most fulfillment.
Mullins excelled in the applied biological sciences bachelor’s degree with a concentration in pre-veterinary medicine in the School of Applied Sciences and Arts at Arizona State University’s College of Integrative Sciences and Arts.
He currently works at a local animal hospital and plans to continue working there until beginning veterinary school next fall.
Mullins made the most of his education at ASU, gaining experience inside and outside of the classroom, but he also stood out as a leader as a student ambassador in the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts. As a student ambassador, Mullins guided students across academics, involvement and networking opportunities, research and more.
“(Being a CISA Ambassador) is entirely voluntary, which speaks volumes about Logan’s character and his commitment to college and the community,” said Jennifer Key, a community engagement coordinator at the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts. “He goes above and beyond on every project he undertakes and is a valued member of the ASU community. I recall a time when Logan helped me facilitate a pre-vet career panel and jumped in on the fly to resolve a technical glitch so the event could run smoothly.”
Question: What’s something you learned while at ASU — in the classroom, lab or otherwise — that surprised you or changed your perspective?
Answer: Learning about the influence that the bacteria living in your gut has on your overall health was really fascinating. Before taking my microbiology class, I would have never known that so many little organisms count on me to feed them every day.
Q: Why did you choose ASU?
A: ASU has a strong veteran community and the staff at the Pat Tillman Veterans Center is phenomenal. Whenever I needed help, they were always there to answer any questions and offer support.
Q: What’s the best piece of advice you’d give to those still in school?
A: Sleep more than you study, study more than you socialize and socialize often. Your education should always come first but don't forget to have fun along the way.
Q: What was your favorite spot on campus, whether for studying, meeting friends or just thinking about life?
A: I always really enjoyed spending time in the library at the Downtown campus. I found it particularly relaxing to study in.
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