Month: February 2019

No “Horsing Around” at Popular PVM Horseman’s Forum

February 15, 2019

More than 200 attendees enjoyed Purdue Veterinary Medicine’s annual Horseman’s Forum Saturday, February 9, at Lynn Hall. Youth as well as adult horse enthusiasts gathered for a full-day of exceptional educational programming and demonstrations.


Successful Interview Days Mark Important Step Toward Filling DVM Class of 2023

February 8, 2019

Nearly 300 prospective Purdue DVM students visited Lynn Hall during the last two Fridays as part of the College of Veterinary Medicine’s DVM Program admissions process.


In Memory: PVM Retiree Curtis Sherwin

February 8, 2019

Curtis Sherwin, Jr., of Romney, Ind., who served many years in what was then the College of Veterinary Medicine’s Medical Illustration unit, passed away Thursday, January 31, at Banner Baywood Medical Center in Mesa, Ariz. He was 71.


Purdue Veterinary Medicine Gears-up for 60th Anniversary Kick-off

February 8, 2019

Since 2019 marks Purdue Veterinary Medicine’s 60th Anniversary, the College is getting ready for a special Kick-off Celebration in just three weeks with special guest, Dr. Karen Cornell (PU DVM ’83, PhD ’93)


Help us Beat-out Our Veterinary College Peers on Social Media!

February 8, 2019

For the past year, Purdue Veterinary Medicine has been moving up steadily in the social media rankings relative to our peer veterinary colleges!


Purdue Veterinarians Give Winter Weather Tips for Pet Owners

February 8, 2019

With the onset of more frigid temperatures (temperature drop of 40 degrees yesterday!), Purdue’s Veterinary Medicine experts are sharing advice about keeping your furry friends safe from the winter elements.


Dean Willie Reed Featured as part of AAVMC Black History Month Focus

February 8, 2019

February is Black History Month, and Purdue Veterinary Medicine joins the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) in emphasizing how this occasion presents a great opportunity to reflect upon the many contributions made in academic veterinary medicine by African Americans.


Spotlight on Students: Meet Edris Grate

February 8, 2019

Today, the Vet Gazette begins a series of profiles on PVM’s student leaders. Our first profile focuses on Edris Grate, a student who loves giving back to help others in the same spirit as those who helped him prepare for veterinary school.


Veterinary Nursing Program begins Student Interviews Today

February 8, 2019

The Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine and the Veterinary Nursing Admission’s Committee are welcoming current high school senior interviewees and guests for the on-campus Veterinary Nursing Program today and tomorrow.


Purdue Asthma Test Helps Heal Racehorses

February 4, 2019

Indiana is the only place in the world with a cutting-edge respiratory testing device for horses. Veterinarians and engineers at the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine developed the tool to bring clarity to an elusive condition. Behind lameness, respiratory issues are the second-leading cause of an equine athlete’s poor performance, but symptoms are subtle […]