In the News
“Paws Up” – brought to you by the PVM Wellness Committee
Friday, July 19th, 2024 - This week we’d like to give a big high-five to Heather Johnson, who is the schedule deputy and testing coordinator in Purdue Veterinary Medicine’s Department of Veterinary Administration.
Purdue Dignitaries Join PVM Faculty, Staff, Students and Alumni at Reception Honoring Dr. Willie Reed
Friday, July 19th, 2024 - The Veterinary Medical Library in Lynn Hall provided the setting for a crowded reception held at the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine in honor of Dr. Willie Reed at the conclusion of his long tenure as dean. The event on Thursday, June 27, attracted a throng of well-wishers, including Purdue administrators, faculty, staff, students and Purdue Veterinary Medicine alumni.
In Memory – Dr. Mary Anna Thrall (PU DVM ’70)
Friday, July 19th, 2024 - The Purdue Veterinary Medicine community is saddened to learn that a distinguished alumna, Dr. Mary Anna Thrall, of Barnesville, Colorado, passed away Sunday, July 14, 2024.
“Paws Up” – brought to you by the PVM Wellness Committee
Friday, July 12th, 2024 - This week a team of highly skilled veterinary nurses and assistants working in Small Animal Internal Medicine is being recognized with gratitude by a faculty member.
PVM Alumni Celebrate at Purdue Reception During AVMA Annual Convention in Austin
Friday, July 12th, 2024 - Purdue Veterinary Medicine alumni reconnected at the Purdue Alumni and Friends Reception, which was held during the 2024 American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Convention. Nearly 50 guests attended the event in Austin, Texas, on Friday, June 21, taking advantage of the opportunity to visit with colleagues and PVM faculty and staff.
Dr. Kathy Salisbury Shares Message as Purdue Veterinary Medicine Interim Dean
Friday, July 12th, 2024 - As of Monday, July 1, Dr. Kathy Salisbury began serving as interim dean of the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine, a role she is filling while the university conducts a search for the permanent successor to Dr. Willie Reed, who stepped down as dean June 30, after 17-and-a-half years of service in that role. Dr. Salisbury shares a message with faculty, staff, students, alumni and friends of the college. just a few days into her time as interim dean.
Registration Opens as 2024 Purdue Veterinary Conference Plans Take Shape
Friday, July 12th, 2024 - Registration is now open for the annual Purdue Veterinary Conference that offers a week filled with insightful learning and networking opportunities. The conference is set to kick-off Tuesday, September 17, with an engaging presentation on the Human-Animal Bond featuring Nancy Gee, PhD, C-AISS, a leading researcher and key opinion leader in the field.
Popularity of Fireworks for Independence Day Celebrations Necessitates Precautions for Animals
Friday, June 28th, 2024 - Fireworks used as part of 4th of July celebrations are fun and festive for people. However, for pets and urban farm animals, they can be frightening and even cause pets to react in a way that can cause injury or worse. Dr. Lorraine Corriveau, primary care clinician with the Purdue University Veterinary Hospital’s Small Animal Primary Care service shares tips for lowering the noise stress of pets and horses around the time of the Independence Day holiday.
Unique Course offers Hands-on Training in Large Animal Emergency Rescue
Friday, June 28th, 2024 - How to handle large animal emergency rescue situations is the focus of a two-day course being offered by the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine next month. Held at the college July 27-28, the Awareness Level Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue (TLAER) Program will bring together people from a variety of disciplines to introduce the latest concepts, techniques, procedures, and equipment being used in large animal emergencies.
Young People Dreaming of Careers in Veterinary Medicine Flock to 2024 Boiler Vet Camps
Friday, June 28th, 2024 - Dozens of young participants eagerly seized the chance to attend the 2024 Boiler Vet Camps hosted by the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine. For two weeks in June, a total of 100 campers gathered at Purdue's West Lafayette campus to take part in the in-residence Junior and Senior Camps.
