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College celebrates Young Achievers from Class of 2015
Oct 8, 2025
Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine proudly recognized three outstanding members of its Class of 2015 as recipients of the 2025 Young Achiever Awards during its Annual Conference on October 4. The awards celebrate alumni marking their 10-year reunion who have demonstrated exceptional professional accomplishments, meaningful contributions to their communities and a commitment to advancing […]
Oct 6, 2025
By Troy Johnson Soon after learning she would be receiving the 2025 El Toro Award for Excellence in Food Animal Medicine at the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine’s Annual Conference, Dr. Julie Gard Schnuelle did what came naturally to her. She took the opportunity to ensure others knew how much they were appreciated, sending […]
Wisdom meets work ethic: Vaughan mentee earns fitting award
Oct 6, 2025
By Troy Johnson Wherever Dr. Johnny Mac Smith practiced veterinary medicine, he carried the words of the late Dr. John Thomas Vaughan with him. From private practice to his co-founding of one of the nation’s largest equine hospitals, Smith’s office has always held a framed copy of a message Vaughan wrote in the yearbooks of […]
‘One Health’ in action: Scott-Ritchey Center takes on global threat of rabies
Sep 24, 2025
By Troy Johnson When Dr. Doug Martin describes rabies as perhaps “the world’s oldest infectious disease,” he’s speaking in terms of millennia rather than centuries. “You can find depictions of it written on cave and pyramid walls,” said Martin, director of the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine’s Scott-Ritchey Research Center and a professor in […]
A heart for Hereford: Auburn DVM student earns chance to represent Team USA at world cattle event
Sep 24, 2025
By Troy Johnson While third-year Auburn University Doctor of Veterinary Medicine student John Cox has laid eyes on Gulf Coast beachfront, it’s unlikely he will ever be found soaking up the sun on one. “I’ve never been to the beach on vacation,” Cox said. “I go to cattle shows.” Cox’s expertise in breeding, showing and […]
Tao earns 2025 Alumni Professorship
Sep 23, 2025
Awarded annually by the Auburn Alumni Association, the professorship recognizes tenured faculty who demonstrate excellence in research, teaching and service. Recipients are selected on the basis of their leadership and impact across at least two aspects of the university’s core mission areas. Tao will be recognized at the 2025 Endowed Faculty Recognition Ceremony, hosted by the Office of the Provost.
Auburn’s Cristopher Young testifies before House committee on threats to U.S. agriculture
Sep 22, 2025
Cristopher A. Young, an animal disease expert and veterinary professor representing Auburn University’s Office of the Senior Vice President for Research and Economic Development, testified Tuesday before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Homeland Security.
Vet Med faculty members honored at Promotion & Tenure Reception
Sep 19, 2025
Ten College of Veterinary Medicine faculty members were recognized during Auburn University’s 2025 Promotion & Tenure Reception on September 18.
Baker shares insights on Auburn VetMed experience on podcast
Sep 18, 2025
For Walter Baker, veterinary medicine isn’t merely a career. It’s a calling shaped by curiosity, compassion, and a desire to help animals. “I’ve had a pretty strong conviction to be a veterinarian since about seventh grade,” Baker, a second-year Auburn DVM student, recalled on a recent episode of the podcast.
Sep 16, 2025
With a name like Robyn, some might say you’re destined to soar through life, working with all things winged and wonderful.
“Spelled slightly differently, but yes, my life is absolutely for the birds,” said Robyn Miller.