What will the next 150 years bring for the College of Veterinary Medicine?

September 25, 2019

The sesquicentennial celebration marks a time for Purdue to renew its commitment to growth, discovery and innovation. What giant leaps will the next 150 years bring as Purdue continues its drive to meet the world’s future challenges? In this monthly Purdue Today series, Purdue’s deans will share their thoughts on the future of their college over the next 150 years. The series continues with Willie Reed, dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine.

What will the next 150 years bring for the College of Veterinary Medicine?

Writer(s): Willie Reed, Dean, College of Veterinary Medicine | pvmnews@purdue.edu

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