CVM News

Aug 5, 2026

Grabau selected as the Graduate School’s summer graduation marshal

When Natasha Grabau arrived at Auburn University to pursue her doctorate, she found more than a place to study. She found a community that made her feel at home.

Jul 23, 2026

CVM recognizes outstanding employees at annual ceremony

Nine employees were recognized during the CVM’s 2026 Staff Recognition Award Ceremony. The annual event celebrates the work administrative staff and employees do to support student education, animal healthcare and research efforts.

Jul 16, 2026

Cyclosporiasis: Unpacking the explosive parasitic outbreak

The parasite cyclospora is making its way across the U.S., causing more than 7,000 cases of intestinal illness that are lasting anywhere from days to a month. Dr. Andrea Perkins shares insight into the cause of the outbreak, symptoms, how to avoid infection, and how public health experts work to track and prevent further cases.

Jul 13, 2026

Discs and doc(k)s: Border collie returns to competitive sports after spinal injury

One minute, Goose was in the backyard for a late-night trip to the restroom — a seemingly zero-risk activity for a competitive dock diving border collie. The next minute, Goose couldn’t use his hind legs.

Jun 29, 2026

Living the dream: Vet Camp alumna shares passion with 2026 campers

This month, 100 high schoolers from across the U.S. got an immersive look at the veterinary profession at Auburn’s College of Veterinary Medicine. Ninth through 12th graders gained hand-on experience with activities like suturing, hoof care and physical exams while exploring a wide range of topics, including public health, food animal medicine, anatomy and more.

Jun 26, 2026

What our feline companions can teach us about growing older

At first glance, cats and humans may appear to have little in common. But new research led by scientists with Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, the University of Bath in Great Britain and École Nationale Vétérinaire de Toulouse in France suggest our feline companions may hold surprising clues about how and why we age.

Jun 24, 2026

Freedom, feathers and Philly: America250 festivities to feature special AU guest

Independence, the Auburn University Raptor Center’s (AURC) often loquacious bald eagle ambassador, will be flying coach on her way to America250 festivities in “The City of Brotherly Love.” While Indy is usually quiet in flight, she can be excused a high-pitched chirp or two in the cabin since she and members of the AURC staff will be present for the America250 Time Capsule dedication and burial at Independence Hall on the morning of July 4.