Academics

Successful Symposium Focuses on Medicine of Mammalian and Avian Species

November 2, 2018

The Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine hosted a highly successful Medicine of Mammalian and Avian Species Symposium Friday and Saturday, October 27-28. Previously called the Pet Bird Symposium, the program attracted nearly 90 registrants.


Forty-sixth Annual Dr. Skip Jackson Dog Jog Raises Nearly $8,000

November 2, 2018

The fundraising total is in and it shows Purdue Veterinary Medicine’s 46th annual Dr. Skip Jackson Dog Jog, held in late September, raised nearly $8,000 for the College’s PetSafe and Priority 4 Paws Programs.


Upcoming Continuing Education Programs to Bring Experts to Lynn Hall

October 26, 2018

During the next three weeks, three separate Lifelong Learning events will bring experts on a range of topics to Lynn Hall for lectures and workshops.


PVM “Flips” for Veterinary Nurses during Appreciation Week

October 19, 2018

Purdue Veterinary Medicine celebrated Veterinary Nursing Appreciation Week with a variety of activities this week (October 14-20), including the ever-popular annual pancake breakfast served by the Veterinary Nursing Program staff.


Dean Reed Gives “State of the College” Address to PVM Students

October 19, 2018

Purdue Veterinary Medicine students gathered in Lynn 1136 Wednesday, October 17, for a lunchtime “State of the College” presentation by Dean Willie Reed. The students filled the lecture hall for the talk sponsored by SAVMA Purdue.


Upcoming PVM Conference on Osteoarthritis Honors Memory of Professor Emeritus David Van Sickle

October 19, 2018

Osteoarthritis will be the focus of the inaugural David Van Sickle Musculoskeletal Days, which will be hosted by the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine November 9-10. Osteoarthritis is the most common orthopedic disease in man and animals.


PVM Celebrates Veterinary Nursing Appreciation Week

October 12, 2018

A variety of activities are planned next week to recognize Purdue Veterinary Medicine’s veterinary nurses. October 14-20 is Veterinary Nursing Appreciation Week.


Upcoming PVM Symposium to Focus on Avian Species and Small Mammals

October 12, 2018

The Medicine of Mammalian and Avian Species Symposium will be held in Lynn Hall on October 27-28. This two-day symposium is focused on avian and small mammal topics and is designed for veterinarians, veterinary nurses, and students.


ADDL Holds First Annual Breakout Workshop at 2018 Purdue Veterinary Conference

October 5, 2018

The Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (ADDL) at Purdue University held its first annual breakout session during the 2018 Purdue Veterinary Conference with the intent of giving conference attendees more opportunities for interaction with ADDL diagnosticians.


Popular Purdue Veterinary Conference Draws Over 1,000 Attendees

September 28, 2018

Veterinary professionals traveled from near and far to attend the 2018 Purdue Veterinary Conference September 18-22 on Purdue University’s West Lafayette campus. A total of 1,006 attendees from 30 states registered for the conference. In addition to offering a solid line-up of general sessions, the conference included special lectures and events.