October 18, 2024
Recognition and appreciation were emphasized this week in Lynn Hall as the College of Veterinary Medicine celebrated Veterinary Nursing Week (known nationally as Veterinary Technician Week). The college hosted daily events to show appreciation for the important role that veterinary nurses play as vital members of the veterinary team. Across the college, people were encouraged to take time this week to say thank you to PVM’s veterinary nurses, whether in clinics, labs, or the classroom, and to reflect on their significant skills and tireless efforts that are so important in providing excellent, compassionate veterinary care for animals.
October 18, 2024
Years of growing resistance to antibiotics have sparked an urgent global health crisis, giving rise to challenging biological threats and the emergence of more dangerous viral, fungal and bacterial strains, commonly called superbugs. Compounding the threat is the difficulty in a quick diagnosis, complicating how to effectively treat these illnesses. Purdue postdoctoral researcher Sharath Iyengar in the College of Veterinary Medicine’s Department of Basic Medical Sciences spends hours in the G221 laboratory at Lynn Hall, seeking answers to this health challenge.
October 18, 2024
Today we offer up our gratitude to Marisol Uribe, who serves as program manager for the Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
October 18, 2024
When the Purdue Memorial Union Ballroom doors opened for the Healthy Boiler Fair recently, the Purdue University Veterinary Hospital was among the Purdue services and departments represented. The event on Wednesday, October 2, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., featured an exhibit area that included tables and displays staffed by more than 30 vendors and departments from Purdue and the community.
October 18, 2024
Nearly 30 students were recognized this week at the start of the Current Issues in Veterinary Medicine class held on Tuesday, October 15 for their achievement in earning the Certificate for Diversity and Inclusion in Veterinary Medicine. The certificate is offered through an online program that involves a combination of learning modules, activity assignments, a volunteer community service assignment, and a capstone paper.
October 11, 2024
The Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine welcomes Jennifer Ulutas as the new Lead Administrative Assistant in the Office of Student Success. Jennifer started September 23. In her role she will provide direct frontline support to students, staff, and faculty, as well as visitors to the Student Success Center.
October 11, 2024
As the Purdue United Way Campaign entered week three Monday, the university put the spotlight on the College of Veterinary Medicine’s United Way Campaign Champion, Angela Pickett, who serves as executive assistant to the dean. That’s because Purdue United Way Campaign Director Lisa Duncan wanted to share Angela’s personal story that highlights how Purdue employees’ support for United Way can truly make a difference in the Lafayette-West Lafayette community.
October 11, 2024
Today we are highlighting Sharon Meoli, who is a fourth year DVM student. A faculty member nominated Sharon stating, “Sharon is a non-traditional, second career student. She is married with children; two of whom were delivered in the midst of her DVM coursework. Despite (or perhaps because of) her life experiences, she remains quietly attuned to the needs of others and on many occasions has provided compassion, support and encouragement to those who struggle. I wish we could put one of her in every veterinary practice!”
October 11, 2024
Each year, the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine brings a leading One Health scholar to campus to address vital health issues from a One Health perspective that is based on the understanding that human, animal, plant, and environmental health are linked. This year, Princeton scholar Laura Kahn, MD, MPH, MP, will give the annual Coppoc One Health Lecture on the topic, “A One Health Analysis of Food Safety and Security, Antimicrobial Resistance, and Climate Change in the 21st Century.” The presentation at 12:30 p.m. on November 7 in Lynn Hall room 1136 is free and open to the public.
October 4, 2024
Today we share appreciation for Cheryl Bradley, who is an Animal Care Technician in the Purdue University Veterinary Hospital.