When it was time for the noon Diversity Keynote at the Purdue Veterinary Conference in Stewart Center Thursday, September 19, the program began with a special presentation to a Purdue Veterinary Medicine faculty member and associate dean. Dr. Ellen Lowery, associate dean for hospital operations and chief veterinary officer, received the Faculty Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, which was presented by Marsha Baker, assistant dean for diversity, equity and inclusion.
Baker explained that each year, the College of Veterinary Medicine’s Diversity Action Committee honors faculty and staff for excellence in diversity and inclusion endeavors. “This year I am honored to award Dr. Lowery for her excellent work,” Baker said. “Dr. Lowery truly exemplifies the spirit of inclusive leadership and this award recognizes her for that. Her contributions and impact include internal and external contributions to diversity efforts at the college as well as developing a leadership culture that serves as an inspiration across PVM and beyond.”
Baker then presented Dr. Lowery with the award plaque that bears the following inscription: “In recognition and with great appreciation of your efforts aimed at promoting diversity, awareness, representation and inclusion within Purdue’s College of Veterinary Medicine and the broader community.”
Congratulations, Dr. Lowery!
