Princeton University Athletics
Ethan McAlpine ’21 / Men’s Heavyweight Rowing
City, State / Workplace / Title
Princeton, New Jersey/Princeton University COVID Lab/COVID Lab Accessioning Specialist
Medical Specialty / Other Degrees (MBA/MPH, etc.)
Not yet, but soon hopefully.
What made you choose a career in healthcare?
I love thinking about the ways health impacts so many facets of our daily lives, and the way that as a healthcare worker we work to keep people and populations healthy.
What is the focus of your work today?
I prepare saliva samples from Princeton students on the Princeton Testing Protocol for testing in the COVID Lab.
How has your work changed in the face of COVID-19?
Being a Princeton student-athlete has prepared me for the roadblocks and tough times that are inevitable in the real world.Ethan McAlpine
This position opened up during the pandemic and I jumped at the opportunity to take part.
How did being a Princeton student-athlete prepare you for the challenges you’ve faced?
Being a Princeton student-athlete has prepared me for the roadblocks and tough times that are inevitable in the real world. Despite facing loss and fluctuating COVID rates throughout the year, remaining a team at the university testing center and working towards a goal of promoting and maintaining public health has given us confidence in our role in the Princeton community.
What keeps you inspired as you look ahead?
I look forward to working in a practice where I can deliver healthcare to a broader community as a practitioner. It keeps me inspired to work towards my ultimate goal to be a part of Doctors Without Borders and delivering healthcare in countries facing conflict and endemic diseases.
Medical School / Other Affiliations
Not yet but I'll keep you updated.
Tiger Heroes
In partnership with RWJBarnabas Health, the official health care system of Princeton Athletics, “Tiger Heroes” honors front line workers and health care leaders from our alumni community. This digital and social series highlights alumni from all 37 varsity sports programs who have risen to the challenge since the onset of COVID-19. We also recognize special Princeton friends and family. Nominations may be sent to Jess Deutsch, Princeton's Associate Director, Student-Athlete Services: jdeutsch@princeton.edu