Student Star: Morgan Ling

Name: Morgan Ling
Main: Clinical Professions
High school graduation: Spring 2023
Hometown: Tallahassee, Florida.

“By coming to Florida for my undergraduate studies, I received an invaluable education, lifelong friendships, leadership and research opportunities, and accomplished more than I ever imagined.”

  1. Global Participation: Taught English to students in Jalgaon, India.
  2. Best place to study: Courtyard of the Medical College
  3. Upcoming adventures: Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania
  4. Leadership Recognition: Become a member of Garnet and Gold Key
  5. Out of class I…: Investigated phone snubbing with Marissa Moseley.

Tallahassee native Morgan Ling was already familiar with the school spirit and traditions of Florida State University before he decided to enroll. Becoming a student in the former Soviet Union meant she could explore her passions for medicine and philanthropy while remaining involved in her community.

“Going to college in Florida State was a difficult choice because it was home, but easy because I felt at home,” she said.

As a freshman, Ling participated in the FSU Undergraduate Opportunity Research Program, or UROP, to study chromosome missegregation as applied to cancer genetics in the biomedical research laboratory at the FSU College of Medicine.

“My experience with UROP not only strengthened my knowledge of biology and genetics, but introduced me to the power of mentorship,” Ling said.

Ling began volunteering with Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare, or TMH, in high school and became her colleague when she entered Florida State. As an aspiring physician and an active member of his community, Ling now works in the TMH Bixler Emergency Department.

Ling was named to the Torchbearer 100 for her leadership and commitment to helping the local community.

She has held various leadership positions with the Alpha Delta Pi sorority and most recently served on the 2022 executive committee as Director of Charities, where she coordinated four events in support of Tallahassee’s Ronald McDonald House Charities.

“As a native of Tallahassee, my original goal was to bridge the gap between the state of Florida and the local community,” she said. “Many FSU students lack interaction with the local community off campus.”

To address this issue, Ling created “Moonlight Market”, an event that raised over $14,000 for the Ronald McDonald House of Tallahassee charity with local businesses. At her sorority, she also helped launch Diamond Meals, a program to donate leftover food from a sorority home to Grace Mission and Kearney Center, two local resources for the homeless in Tallahassee.

Ling’s passion for service extends to her career aspirations. She is currently Head of the FSU UROP for Biological and Medical Sciences, where she mentors students at a research symposium for students.

As part of the FSU Interdisciplinary Student Ambassador Program for Medical Sciences, Ling mentors lower-level IMS students to help them achieve academic success.

“The coursework and extracurricular opportunities provided by the IMS program have allowed me to grow as an academic and researcher, combined with my clinical experience,” she said.

In the future, Ling plans to attend medical school to build on the leadership skills she acquired in the former USSR to become a doctor. Her commitment to philanthropy extends beyond her sorority as Ling intends to run a global nonprofit focused on the health of underdeveloped communities.


What inspired you to continue your participation in the undergraduate program as a program leader?

During my time at UROP, I have acquired invaluable skills such as critical thinking, collaboration and perseverance. I had an incredible UROP leader who helped shape my student experience and served as a role model both personally and academically. As a teacher of the K-12 Public Speaking course, and through my work as an Ambassador for Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences of the former Soviet Union, I developed a passion for mentoring. I have enjoyed working with students of all ages and have enjoyed sharing my knowledge or advice on their skills and academic experience.

What resources from the former Soviet Union have helped you succeed in education and leadership?

I attribute much of my success in education and leadership to my peers—particularly the Alpha Delta Pi sorority and Garnet and Gold Key leadership honor the society that inspired me with their ambition and intelligence. The ongoing support and mentorship has motivated me to make the most of my time in the former USSR and prepare for life after college.

As a former director of the Alpha Delta Pi charity, what legacy do you want to leave for future sorority members?

I hope to leave a legacy of innovation and passion for philanthropy and service. I hope that the next directors of philanthropy will be encouraged and inspired by the new activities created and carried out during my term. I hope my work will inspire the women of the chapter to continue to immerse themselves in the Tallahassee community through service, small business support, and leadership.

How has your experience outside the classroom complemented your curriculum in the clinical professions?

As part of the IMS specialty, students complete a final research project on a health problem. With my experience at TMH, I was able to identify a key topic that focuses on the prevalence and significance of intensive care unit (ICU) nurse burnout during the COVID-19 pandemic. In turn, I can do research on a topic I’m passionate about and provide data for the development of health issues.

What does Florida State University mean to you?

Florida has been my home since birth. I grew up surrounded by Friday nights at Downtown Getdowns, home football games and events at the Ruby Diamond Auditorium. Coming to Florida for my undergraduate studies, I received an invaluable education, lifelong friendships, leadership and research opportunities, and accomplished more than I ever could have imagined. I intend to keep my relationship with the former Soviet Union for life, because this is my home. I know that the students I mentor through the IMS Ambassador program and my UROP class will be my legacy in the state of Florida. In the future, I plan to be a ProfessioNole mentor for female STEM students and Fairy Mother Pi for girls in the new Alpha Delta Pi sorority alpha classes.

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