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

January 10, 2025

Today we are giving a big “high-five” to Kendra Dostaler, RVT, a large animal veterinary technician serving in the Equine and Farm Animal Hospitals.


Three PVM Faculty Receive 2025 Purdue AgSEED Grants

January 10, 2025

Known by the acronym AgSEED, the Agricultural Science and Extension for Economic Development program is an internal competitive grants system of the Purdue University College of Agriculture that focuses on advancing Indiana’s leadership in plant and animal agriculture and rural growth, especially through entrepreneurial initiatives. This year, three Purdue Veterinary Medicine faculty members are among 17 recipients of 2025 AgSEED grants.


In Memory – Dr. Baron Brocksmith (PU DVM ’94)

January 10, 2025

The Purdue Veterinary Medicine community is saddened to learn of the passing of an alumnus, Dr. Baron Brocksmith of Sullivan, Indiana, who died Monday, January 6, 2025. He was 57.


December Graduation Celebration Honors Purdue Veterinary Nursing Graduates

January 10, 2025

The Sunday after Purdue University’s final exam week in December marked a special occasion for a group of students celebrating as the newest graduates of the Purdue Veterinary Nursing Programs. That day, December 15, the College of Veterinary Medicine hosted the 2024 Purdue Veterinary Nursing Graduation Celebration in Lynn Hall – an event that drew graduates and their families from across the country and beyond.


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

January 3, 2025

Today we are shining the spotlight on Ramon Roberts, who is a student in the DVM class of 2027.


Santa Pays Visit to PVM’s Canine Educators

January 3, 2025

Since a dog is “Man’s Best Friend,” it’s no surprise that Santa would be sure to include time for a visit with some friendly pups in his crowded schedule during this special time of year! And so, Santa indeed showed-up last Friday, December 6, at the festive display that features a variety of holiday decorations on the ground floor at the main east entrance to Lynn Hall, to be met by an enthusiastic troupe of Canine Educators who seemed all too anxious to share their wish lists! Plenty of other furry friends of PVM students, staff and faculty got in on the act as well!


PVM Faculty among Honorees Recognized at Purdue Faculty Years of Service Luncheon

January 3, 2025

Purdue University recognized more than 300 faculty members, including 17 in the College of Veterinary Medicine, for their years of service during a celebratory luncheon Dec. 3. Faculty members were honored for service anniversaries ranging from 10 to as many as 55 years during the event in the Purdue Memorial Union North Ballroom.


Continuum Café Takes 2nd in Gingerbread House Contest with “Funny Farm”

January 3, 2025

Congratulations to Purdue Veterinary Medicine’s Continuum Café Team for winning 2nd place in this year’s Gingerbread House contest sponsored by the Purdue Food Company.


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

December 6, 2024

Today we recognize Dr. David Moses, who is a resident in Cardiology.


Purdue Veterinary Medicine Alumnus Named AVP for Animal Resources and Attending Veterinarian

December 6, 2024

The Office of Research has announced the appointment of a Purdue Veterinary Medicine alumnus, Dr. Patrick Sharp, as assistant vice president for animal resources and attending veterinarian at Purdue, effective Jan. 6, 2025. Dr. Sharp also will serve as clinical professor of comparative pathobiology in the College of Veterinary Medicine.