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


Today we’re sending a big “High Five” to Emma Wood, who is a Medical Oncology Client Liaison and the Client Liaison Team Lead for the Purdue Small Animal Reception Team, for the supportive energy she brings to her work every day.  A staff person shared, “Emma is always ready to listen to what you need. She truly cares and always finds ways to make you laugh. She tries to make sure everyone has a positive work environment.  Not only is she an amazing team member, but she goes above and beyond for her clients and her department.”

Is there someone at PVM you would like to acknowledge today?  Please take a moment to submit a Paws Up nomination for that person.  Any PVM staff, faculty, student, or team may be nominated by anyone in our college. It’s easy to do!  Just follow this link to complete the simple nomination form.  In doing so, you help foster a healthy work environment by expressing appreciation and gratitude. Submissions are published anonymously and may be edited for style and length.  For more information, visit the PVM Wellness Committee website.

Writer(s): PVM Wellness Committee | pvmnews@purdue.edu

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