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“Paws Up” – brought to you by the PVM Wellness Committee

March 29, 2024

Today we want to give a high five to everyone who makes the PVM Food Pantry possible.


Second Antimicrobial Resistance Conference at Purdue Draws Expanded Audience

March 8, 2024

Attendance figures for Purdue University’s second Antimicrobial Resistance Conference demonstrated increasing interest in the event’s interdisciplinary approach to the topic that the World Health Organization (WHO) identifies as one of the top global public health and development threats. 


“Paws Up” – brought to you by the PVM Wellness Committee

March 8, 2024

The Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine would like to share our sincere gratitude to Pat and Ed Sutarik for creating the Dr. Jeffrey A. Sutarik Memorial Wellness Lecture series in honor of their son, Dr. Jeffrey Sutarik, who was a member of the Purdue DVM Class of 2005. As part of this series, our college greatly benefited from four wellbeing lectures given on Tuesday, March 5.


“Paws Up” – brought to you by the PVM Wellness Committee

March 1, 2024

Today we share appreciation for Katie Beard, RVT, veterinary technologist supervisor in Small Animal Internal Medicine in the Purdue University Veterinary Hospital.


Reflecting on Black History Month – the Story of a PVM History-Maker

March 1, 2024

As Purdue University recently has honored the contributions and impact of Black Boilermakers as part of Black History Month, the College of Veterinary Medicine highlights a significant person in its own history.  Dr. William Dunn (PU DVM ’71), is the first Black DVM graduate of the College.  And, with today marking the beginning of Women’s History Month, we look forward to an upcoming feature on the college’s first Black woman DVM graduate, Dr. Doris Hughes-Moore (PU DVM ’73).


AASV Recognizes Purdue Veterinary Graduate as 2024 Young Swine Veterinarian of the Year

March 1, 2024

A Purdue Veterinary Medicine graduate in the DVM Class of 2018 is the recipient of the American Association of Swine Veterinarians’ (AASV) Young Swine Veterinarian of the Year award.


Strong Attendance by Horse Owners Shows Enduring Popularity of Annual Equine Wellness Forum

February 23, 2024

The 2024 Equine Wellness Forum at the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine drew 155 attendees, showcasing the demand for equine wellness education. Held at Lynn Hall, the event featured talks and live demonstrations, including a horse running on the high-speed equine treadmill, saddle fitting, and trailer safety. The program attracted professionals and horse owners from Indiana and beyond.


Brain Training is Focus of Dr. Jeffrey A. Sutarik Wellness Lecture March 5

February 23, 2024

Karlene Belyea will speak at the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine March 5 on the topic “Brain Training: Well-Being Starts in Your Mind” as part of the Dr. Jeffrey A. Sutarik Memorial Wellness Lecture series. Her talk aims to improve personal and professional well-being through mindfulness and brain plasticity techniques. Belyea has over 30 years of experience in wellness and communication. Her lecture that promotes healthier work environments and productivity will be available for live streaming.


Dean Willie Reed Receives College of Agriculture Distinguished Service Award

February 16, 2024

The annual Purdue Ag Alumni Fish Fry provided the setting recently for the presentation of a special award to Purdue Veterinary Medicine Dean Willie Reed. Held at the Tippecanoe County Fairgrounds Saturday, February 3, the event was hosted by the Purdue Ag Alumni Association and featured special speakers, exhibits, networking opportunities and announcement of the 2024 recipients of the Ag Alumni Association’s Certificates of Distinction. In addition, the program this year included the awarding of a special honor only given in special instances.


“Paws Up” – Brought to you by the PVM Wellness Committee

February 16, 2024

Today we are highlighting Clinical Pathology Laboratory Submission Clerks Jennifer Hewitt and Nichelle Crawford.