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Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine News
May 18, 2015
Vet Camp Offers Youth Chance to Experience Profession
Three camp rotations at the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine will give middle and high school students a chance to learn about the veterinary profession and experience a taste of college life. Read more to learn how Vet Camp is a great event for students to get exposed to veterinary medicine and learn skills that will help them care for their own pets.
May 6, 2015
Doctoral Student Invited to Prestigious Aging Workshop
College of Veterinary Medicine Biomedical Sciences doctoral student Brett Augsburger has been invited to attend a National Science Foundation workshop on aging, the only graduate student to be invited to this prestigious gathering.
May 4, 2015
Terrier Treated at the College of Veterinary Medicine on the Road to Recovery
Oscar is a dog constantly on the move, be it running, playing, or wrestling, but when his owner noticed that Oscar was beginning to limp, she feared what would happen to the joyful Wire Fox Terrier she loves so much. Read further to learn how the faculty and staff of the College of Veterinary Medicine are helping Oscar get back on his feet.
May 1, 2015
Veterinary Medicine Commencement set for Ceremony May 5
Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine will award 113 professional DVM degrees during the college’s 108th commencement on Tuesday, May 5. The ceremony will begin at 6 p.m. in Auburn Arena. In addition, 12 Masters of Science in Biomedical Science (thesis and non-thesis) will be conferred and six candidates will be awarded the Doctor of […]
Apr 30, 2015
Veterinary Medicine Professor Works with Kentucky Derby Trainer in Hoof Research
Dr. Debra Taylor recently returned from a trip to Dubai as part of her research into horse hooves, which could have significant impact on the training and care of future Kentucky Derby horses. Read more to see why this research could have a major impact on thoroughbred racing.
Apr 30, 2015
Partnership Provides Veterinary Students with Additional Hands-on Experiences
The College of Veterinary Medicine has added an elective clinical rotation through a new educational partnership with the Greater Birmingham Humane Society and Dr. Brandon Cash, owner of Alabama Shelter Veterinarians, P.C. Third-year veterinary students can choose to spend a two-week rotation providing medical services under the supervision of veterinarians and staff of the Alabama […]
Apr 28, 2015
Veterinary Medicine Students Named Outstanding Master’s Students at Auburn
Two College of Veterinary Medicine graduate students have been selected as Outstanding Master’s Students at Auburn University. Continue reading to learn about their achievement, and why what they do has made such an impact.
Apr 15, 2015
Neurological Laboratory Demonstration
Dr. Elaine Coleman, with her husband Dr. Dale Coleman, took advantage of a break in the rainy weather to be in the College of Veterinary Medicine’s Dog Bone Park to demonstrate a neurological exam on their dog, Milo, to first-year DVM students taking the neurology laboratory course. Dr. Elaine Coleman, an associate professor of veterinary anatomy and neuroscience, […]
Apr 14, 2015
Outstanding Young Alumni Honored at 2015 Young Achiever Awards
Four of Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine’s outstanding alumni were recently honored with 2015 Young Achiever Awards, signifying their success in the first 10 years of their professional careers. These alumni were recognized among their peers for their accomplishments in veterinary medicine, outstanding community service and in the advancement of animal health. The awards […]
Apr 13, 2015
Preparing Your Pet for Allergy Season
Allergy season is in full swing, and what you may not realize is that your pet may be suffering too. Read more to learn about animal allergies and what you can do to help your pet get through allergy season.
Apr 3, 2015
Merial Summer Scholars Program Students Announced
Veterinary students selected for prestigious summer research program.
Mar 25, 2015
Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine will hold its annual Open House on Saturday, April 18, opening its facilities to the public to showcase the variety of professional opportunities available and allow people to learn more about animal care and health. The free student-organized event, from 8:30 a.m. until 1 p.m., features a variety of […]
Mar 24, 2015
Veterinary Family Mourns Passing of Dr. Robert Carson
The College of Veterinary Medicine family mourns the passing of Dr. Robert Carson, ’73, a legendary food animal veterinarian who recently retired from the CVM after 36 years of teaching and research. We celebrate his knowledge, compassion and quick wit he shared with thousands of Auburn-trained veterinarians and colleagues around the nation. He will be missed. […]
Mar 19, 2015
College of Veterinary Medicine Seniors Begin Eight Week Preceptorship
The Class of 2015 at Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine recently began their preceptorship, an eight-week long period spent working under a veterinarian at a practice of their choosing. Read more to learn what a preceptorship entails and how it prepares students for the challenges they will meet as they graduate and receive their DVM.
Mar 16, 2015
College of Veterinary Medicine’s 108th Annual Conference Combines Education and Reunions
Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine will be holding its 108th Annual Conference from 26-28th March this year. Read more to learn about keynote speakers, class reunions being held, and how to register.
Mar 5, 2015
Auburn Using Social Media to Fund GM1 Research
The College of Veterinary Medicine and Auburn University Foundation are using social media to raise funds for GM1 research and give hope to families like the Heatherlys, whose son, Porter, has GM1. Read more to learn about the research, Porter, and how you can give hope.
Mar 5, 2015
Collaborative Agreement Announced to Enhance Development of GM1 Treatment
The College of Veterinary Medicine has partnered with the University of Massachusetts Medical School and Lysogene to fight GM1-gangliosidosis. Read more to learn about this important research that is seeking a cure for this disease, which is always fatal to those afflicted.
Mar 5, 2015
Treatment Allows Cat to Finally be a Mother
Tigress the cat had already had three litters, but a medical condition prevented her from successfully nursing her kittens. Read more to learn how our veterinary faculty enabled her to finally become a mother of three.