Month: March 2019

Purdue Veterinary Medicine Moves-up in Rankings

March 22, 2019

The Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine moves-up in U.S. News Ranking, while the College’s Veterinary Nursing Program retains its #1 ranking.


Families Advised, “Don’t Give Dental Care the Brush-off” at PVM Family Program Series

March 22, 2019

Purdue Veterinary Medicine hosted its final Family Program Series interactive session of the semester on March 7 with the topic “Don’t Give Dental Care the Brush-off”.


Veterinary Nursing Symposium to Feature PVM Alumna Alicea Howell

March 8, 2019

Fear Free Handling will be among the topics addressed at the fifth annual Purdue Veterinary Nursing Symposium, to be held in Lynn Hall on Sunday, March 24. The symposium provides an opportunity for veterinary assistants, veterinary nursing (technology) students, and veterinary nurses (technicians and technologists) to obtain up to 7.5 continuing education (CE) credits.


Spotlight on Students: Meet Megan Allan

March 8, 2019

The Vet Gazette continues its “Spotlight on Students” feature this week by focusing on Megan Allan, a second-year Purdue veterinary nursing student who serves as treasurer for the Veterinary Nursing Student Organization (VNSO).


PVM Kicks-off 60th Anniversary Celebration at IVMA Annual Meeting

March 8, 2019

Purdue Veterinary Medicine faculty, staff, alumni, and friends filled the Veterans Hall ballroom at the Indianapolis Marriott East for the College’s official 60th Anniversary Kick-off Luncheon on Friday, March 1. The event was part of the Indiana Veterinary Medical Association’s (IVMA) annual meeting.


Purdue Giant Leaps Campaign Video Blog Features Dr. Sandra San Miguel

March 8, 2019

As part of its 150th Anniversary celebration, Purdue University has created the “Footprints” video blog to tell stories about the “Giant Leaps” that Boilermakers have made, are making, or plan to make. The newest video shines the spotlight on Dr. Sandra San Miguel (PU DVM ’93; PhD ’97), Purdue Veterinary Medicine’s associate dean for engagement.


Pets for People Therapy Dogs Featured at Purdue Convocations Pre-show Event

March 1, 2019

Purdue Veterinary Medicine’s Pets for People Club teamed-up with Purdue Convocations Sunday afternoon, February 24, for a special pre-show event featuring therapy dogs in the lobby adjacent to Stewart Center’s Loeb Playhouse.


Spotlight on Students: Meet Kylie Roman

March 1, 2019

The Vet Gazette continues the “Spotlight on Students” feature this week by focusing on Kylie Roman, a third-year DVM student who serves as treasurer for SAVMA Purdue.


Veterinary Technician Jessica Bowditch Honored for Best Case Presentation at WVC

March 1, 2019

One of Purdue Veterinary Medicine’s very own, Rehabilitation Technician Jessica Bowditch, RVT, CCRP, won Best Presentation for a case report she gave during this year’s WVC Conference in Las Vegas, Nev.


PVM 60th Anniversary Celebration is Officially Underway

March 1, 2019

The Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine officially launched its 60th Anniversary celebration today (March 1).