Faculty & Staff

Purdue Veterinary Technician and College of Pharmacy Graduate Named New PVM Assistant Dean for the Veterinary Technology Program

August 22, 2025

The Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine has named an alumna and longtime Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), who also holds a PharmD degree and serves on the college’s faculty, as the new assistant dean for the Purdue Veterinary Technology Program. Dr. Melinda (Mindy) Anderson, clinical associate professor of basic medical sciences, was appointed to the position effective August 1.


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

August 22, 2025

This week a heart-felt Paws Up goes to Ellie Davidson, a veterinary nurse in Intermediate Care at the Purdue University Veterinary Hospital.


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

August 15, 2025

This week, we are celebrating the Purdue University Small Animal Hospital Reception team as a truly stellar group of helpers!


PVM Toxicologist’s Warning about Poisonous Mushrooms Aids Pet Owners Locally and Nationally

August 15, 2025

They’re known as “Death Cap Mushrooms” and for good reason – Dr. Steve Hooser, Purdue Veterinary Medicine professor of toxicology and senior veterinary toxicologist at the Indiana Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory, says they can be fatal for dogs. Dr. Hooser says the mushrooms, scientifically known as Amanita spp., have appeared in yards and fields across central Indiana.


Purdue Veterinary Medicine Dean Bret Marsh Honored at Indiana State Fair

August 15, 2025

The 2025 edition of the Indiana State Fair in Indianapolis brought surprise recognition for the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine’s Dean and Hospital CEO, Dr. Bret Marsh this week. Dr. Marsh was on stage at the State Fair’s Pioneer Village Opry House for a program on Wednesday, August 13, thinking he had been invited to share brief remarks. His understanding of the situation changed quickly, though, when he realized he was not there to give a presentation, but instead to receive special recognition.


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

August 1, 2025

Today we are sharing our appreciation for Grace Craig, who is an administrative assistant in the Office of Engagement.


2025 ACVIM Forum Shines Recognition Spotlight on Purdue Veterinary Medicine Residents

August 1, 2025

This summer, two Purdue Veterinary Medicine residents, including one who will be joining the faculty this fall, won awards at the acclaimed ACVIM Forum – regarded as the leading event for advanced, specialist-level education in veterinary internal medicine.


New Clinical Residents Welcomed to Purdue Veterinary Medicine

August 1, 2025

As the calendar pages turn toward the latter part of summer, it’s time to welcome a new class of residents to the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine. On July 16, the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences (VCS) held a welcome breakfast for the new VCS residents in the Joy Matson room of the Brunner Small Animal Hospital.


New Purdue Veterinary Medicine Dean Moves College Forward with Appointments to New Cabinet

July 25, 2025

Since assuming his new role as dean of the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine in November 2024, Dr. Bret Marsh, the former Indiana State Veterinarian, has moved steadfastly to find talent within the college as well as amongst alumni and stakeholders, for open leadership positions.


AVMA Publications Put Purdue Veterinary Medicine in Spotlight

July 25, 2025

The Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine was again featured this year in the American Veterinary Medical Association’s (AVMA) signature journals – JAVMA (Journal of the AVMA) and the American Journal of Veterinary Research (AJVR) through Spotlight features submitted by the college. The features highlighted college initiatives related to advances in clinical education and One […]