Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine hosts Open House on Saturday, April 20, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The student-organized event shares information about careers in veterinary medicine and activities about the college.
The free event features a variety of fun and educational activities for all ages on our college campus located at 1130 Wire Road. High school and college students can talk with counselors about selecting courses for a future in veterinary medicine throughout the day. A special session at 10:30 a.m. in Overton covers admission requirements and career opportunities.
During the popular Teddy Bear Surgery, children can help veterinary students practice their surgical skills. A scavenger hunt helps children learn as they explore exhibits around the college.
Other family activities include a canine, bovine, and equine display of breeds, exotic animals and pocket pets, birds of prey from the Southeastern Raptor Center, face painting, and a paleodig. Educational demonstrations include ultrasound, radiographs, pathology, and an anatomy lab. Attendees are requested to leave pets at home.
A continuous program since 1892, the veterinary program at Auburn University is the oldest in the South and the seventh oldest in the nation. For more information on Open House, call (334) 844-2685.
Activities
Open House is a student-organized event to share information about careers in veterinary medicine and activities at Auburn’s College of Veterinary Medicine. The event is free and open to the public. For information, call (334) 844-2685.
A variety of fun and educational activities are offered for all ages.
Admission and Career Discussion
- Overton Auditorium 10:30 a.m.
Kids Activities
- Paleontology Dig - discover and identify buried bones
- Teddy Bear Surgery - Does your favorite stuffed animal need repair? Bring it and help veterinary students as they practice their surgical skills.
- Petting Zoo - make friends with a calf, goat, and other animals
- Informational Scavenger Hunt - gather information as you visit exhibits around the college
Family Activities
- Canine Parade of Breeds
- Equine Display of Breeds
- Bovine Display of Breeds
- Southeastern Raptor Center Birds of Prey
Educational Demonstrations and Exhibits
- Heart and Lung Sounds
- CPR Demonstration
- Portable Dairy
- Ambulatory Truck
- Fleas and Other Parasites
- Exotic Pets
- Ultrasound Demonstration
- Skeletons and Other Anatomy Displays
- Radiographs
- Aging Horses
- View a Surgical Room
Event Details
- April 20, 2013 Rain or Shine!
- 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Refreshments Available
- Public Welcome
- Event Brochure
