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

February 13, 2026

Today we are highlighting Michelle Schmierer, a technologist in the Clinical Pathology Laboratory who makes intentional efforts to share her kindness with those with whom she works.

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Elegant Evening in Indianapolis Spotlights ADDL’s Importance to Poultry Industry

February 13, 2026

It’s called “An Evening Under the Stars with the Indiana State Poultry Association” because the yearly event is a celebration of the poultry industry that’s held in downtown Indianapolis at the iconic Indiana Roof Ballroom. Purdue Veterinary Medicine was a Silver sponsor for this year’s January 20 event, which attracted a record turnout and provided an important opportunity for Indiana Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (ADDL) representatives to showcase ADDL services and the laboratory’s important role in supporting the state’s poultry industry.

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

February 6, 2026

This week, we are proud to recognize Lorraine Fox, who is a business assistant with the Veterinary Medicine Procurement Center.

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“Paws Up” for Dr. Niwako Ogata – brought to you by the PVM Wellness Committee

January 30, 2026

This week, we are glad to recognize Dr. Niwako Ogata, who is an associate professor of animal behavior, for her exceptional leadership skills and her ability to create a motivating learning environment.

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PVM Scholars Co-Edit New Edition of Signature Veterinary Histology Textbook

January 22, 2026

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. Co-edited by Drs. Marxa Figueiredo and John Turek, associate professor and professor emeritus, respectively, in the college’s Department of Basic Medical Sciences (BMS), this latest edition integrates high-resolution electron and color micrographs with updated content that reflects current scientific and clinical knowledge.

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Welcome New Faculty

January 22, 2026

The Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine welcomed new faculty members during 2025.

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Four Faculty Leaders Conclude PVM Careers

January 22, 2026

2025 marked a major milestone in the careers of four prominent Purdue Veterinary Medicine faculty members who retired.  Each of them touched the lives of many students and alumni through their dedication as mentors, educators, scholars and leaders.  Their accomplishments and influence reached across the college and university and reverberated through the veterinary medical profession that they loved and served with passion and pride.

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Administrative Appointments Provide New Leadership

January 22, 2026

New appointments have been announced for the Purdue University Veterinary Hospital, Basic Medical Sciences department, and the veterinary technology program.

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

January 16, 2026

The Wellness Committee would like to extend a heartfelt Paws Up to Laurie Marsh, who is a supervisor for the Emergency Critical Care & Small Animal Reception team.

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Purdue VBMA Club Hosts Picture-perfect Activity

January 16, 2026

When veterinary students in the Purdue Chapter of the Veterinary Business Management Association (VBMA) were looking for a new event to host as a student organization, an intriguing idea came to mind that was easy to “picture” as a perfect success!  So the club set out to plan the activity in order to meet an important need of the club members while also providing a fun chance for the students to get keepsake images of their furry study buddies.