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Purdue Veterinary Conference Proves Popular as Overall Attendance Tops 1,000
September 26, 2025
Strong turnout characterized the 2025 Purdue Veterinary Conference with the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine welcoming more than 1,000 participants to the annual event. Held September 16–20 on Purdue’s West Lafayette campus, the annual continuing education conference for veterinary professionals attracted more than 240 veterinarians and 180 veterinary technicians/veterinary nurses, along with industry representatives and exhibitors as well as Purdue Veterinary Medicine faculty, staff, and students.
PVM Scholars Co-edit New Edition of Signature Veterinary Histology Textbook
September 26, 2025
A new edition of a time-tested and influential veterinary work is on the market thanks to the scholarly efforts of two Purdue Veterinary Medicine faculty members and their team of U.S. and international experts from multiple veterinary schools. “Dellmann’s Textbook of Veterinary Histology” is an essential resource connecting the microscopic world of cells and tissues to the broader understanding of anatomy and physiology in domestic animals.
Purdue Veterinary Medicine Engages at Indiana State Fair
September 12, 2025
The Indiana State Fair once again proved to be a summer highlight this year that brought together families, communities, and the agricultural industry from across the state. For the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine, intentional involvement in this celebration of Indiana agriculture is both a tradition and a vital opportunity to connect with youth, alumni, and stakeholders.
Purdue Alumnus and Boarded Oncology Specialist Named as New Interim Associate Dean for Hospital Operations
September 12, 2025
Dr. Christopher Fulkerson, clinical associate professor of veterinary medical oncology, has been named as the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine’s new interim associate dean for hospital operations. The appointment, effective immediately, was announced Monday, September 8 by the dean of the college, Dr. Bret D. Marsh.
PVM and Indiana ADDL Representatives Connect with Poultry Industry at ISPA Golf Outing
September 12, 2025
An important annual event for the Indiana poultry industry took place this week and the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine had a visible presence to demonstrate its commitment to poultry producers. The event was the Indiana State Poultry Association (ISPA) annual Johndrew Memorial Golf Outing that was held Wednesday, September 10 at the Fort Golf Course at Fort Harrison State Park in Indianapolis.
In Memory: Former PVM Lab Instructor Pamela Hartman
September 12, 2025
The Purdue Veterinary Medicine community is saddened to learn of the passing of a former Department of Comparative Pathobiology lab instructor, Pamela (Pam) K. Hartman, of Carmel, Indiana, formerly of Lafayette, who passed away at her home Saturday, September 6. She was 77.
“Paws Up” – brought to you by the PVM Wellness Committee
September 12, 2025
This week, the whole DVM Class of 2026 cohort is being recognized for work they are doing in the Purdue University Veterinary Hospital.
“Paws Up” – brought to you by the PVM Wellness Committee
August 29, 2025
This week, sincere gratitude is shared with Abby Props who is the Pathology Laboratory Supervisor in the Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory.
Purdue Veterinary Medicine Welcomes New Students
August 29, 2025
As the heat and long days of summer subsided and the start of a new school year approached, the sense of excitement and new beginnings pervaded Lynn Hall over the last couple of weeks with the arrival of Purdue Veterinary Medicine’s new DVM and Veterinary Technology students. The DVM students in the Class of 2029 participated in a week-long onboarding program that started Monday, August 18, while the Veterinary Technology students in the first and second years of the program were welcomed with an Ice Cream Social and orientation program at the start of the fall semester.
Purdue College of Veterinary Medicine Names New Senior Director of Admissions and Student Success
August 29, 2025
A key Purdue Veterinary Medicine staff member who has played a vital role in admissions and recruitment will now serve as the new senior director of admissions and student success. Lori Stout has been promoted to the position and Dean Bret Marsh announced the appointment Tuesday, August 26.