Week of Special Events Celebrates Contributions of PVM’s Veterinary Nurses

October 18, 2024

Instructional Technologist Jeannine Henry, RVT, displays her new Vet Tech Week T-shirt, complements of the Veterinary Nursing Student Organization (VNSO), as she is accompanied by VNSO President Aaliyah Turner (left) and VNSO fourth-year rep. Kylee Reinhardt.

Recognition and appreciation were emphasized this week in Lynn Hall as the College of Veterinary Medicine celebrated Veterinary Nursing Week (known nationally as Veterinary Technician Week). The college hosted daily events to show appreciation for the important role that veterinary nurses play as vital members of the veterinary team. Across the college, people were encouraged to take time this week to say thank you to PVM’s veterinary nurses, whether in clinics, labs, or the classroom, and to reflect on their significant skills and tireless efforts that are so important in providing excellent, compassionate veterinary care for animals.

Veterinary nurses and veterinary assistants turned-out in force for the Thanks a “Hole” Bunch donuts and coffee event hosted by the college in honor of Veterinary Nursing Week October 14-18.

Fun activities were scheduled throughout the week for the veterinary nurses and veterinary assistants, beginning with the “Thanks a ‘Hole’ Bunch Donuts and Coffee” session bright and early Tuesday morning, October 15. Wednesday brought an afternoon event called, “You’re the Coolest!” – featuring, of course, ice cream treats. Then, on Thursday, the Veterinary Nursing Student Organization (VNSO) sponsored and hosted an event that included adorable treats and a T-shirt give-away. The week-long celebration concludes today, Friday, October 18, with ’You are Our Heroes” Subway Sandwiches, which are being provided until 1:30 p.m. All of the events have taken place in the connecting hallway linking Lynn Hall with the David and Bonnie Brunner Purdue Veterinary Medical Hospital Complex.

The college also promoted the special week on social media by spotlighting PVM veterinary nurses and the great work they do. “Our college is extremely proud of our talented veterinary nurses who work tirelessly, whether they are providing excellent veterinary care, teaching, or supporting scientific discovery,” said Dr. Kathy Salisbury, interim dean. “Veterinary Nursing Appreciation Week provides an important opportunity to celebrate our highly capable and qualified veterinary nursing team.”

And there’s still time to say “thank you” to a veterinary nurse as part of Veterinary Nursing Week if you haven’t done so already!

Thank you and congratulations to all of our veterinary nurses!

Writer(s): Kevin Doerr | pvmnews@purdue.edu

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