October 25, 2024
Congratulations are in order for a student in the Purdue Veterinary Nursing Distance Learning Program who is the 2024 recipient of the American Animal Hospital Association’s (AAHA) Veterinary Technician of the Year Award. Su Via Chong works at the Pet First Veterinary Centre in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia!
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
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
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 4, 2024
The Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine welcomed an international visitor this week who traveled half-way around the world to share a presentation with veterinary students entitled Conservaton of Gorillas through the One Health Approach. Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka, from Uganda, was a 2023 finalist for the Indianapolis Prize, which is awarded by the Indianapolis Zoo and is considered the world’s leading animal conservation award.
September 27, 2024
A festive atmosphere pervaded a week of learning and special events at the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine’s annual conference for veterinarians and veterinary nurses. Held September 17-21 on Purdue University’s West Lafayette campus, the program attracted more than 850 registered participants. Attendees included veterinary professionals, Purdue students, staff and faculty, exhibitors and presenters.
September 13, 2024
Today, we are highlighting Katherine Tate, B.S., RVT, who is the Clinical Pathology Teaching Technologist for the Department of Comparative Pathobiology.
September 13, 2024
Purdue Veterinary Medicine’s signature annual conference for Veterinarians and Veterinary Nurses kicks-off Tuesday, September 17 and continues through Saturday, September 21, with hours of engaging continuing education sessions, special events, keynote presentations, and the annual Dr. Skip Jackson Dog Jog. In total, the conference offers more than 100 sessions, an Exhibit Hall with vendors displaying the latest products, and up to 25 Continuing Education credits. If you missed out on registration, walk-in registration will be available on site.
August 30, 2024
A faculty member in the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine’s Department of Comparative Pathobiology (CPB) now holds a professorship named for an accomplished veterinary pathologist and Purdue alumnus. The appointee is Associate Professor Abbigail Cox, who was formally recognized August 15 during the annual CPB Departmental retreat held at the Beck Agricultural Center. Her appointment to the Dr. William O. Iverson Professorship in Comparative Pathology was effective July 1.
