College celebrates Young Achievers from Class of 2015
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 animal and human health.
The newest honorees include Dr. Beth Anne Frost, DVM and MPH, U.S. Army Maj. Jarrod Miller, DVM and MPH, and Dr. Lauren Mirus, DVM.
Dr. Beth Anne Frost
Frost owns a pair of successful veterinary practices in Jacksonville, Fla. – Pottsburg Creek Animal Clinic and Nassau Veterinary Hospital. A former class president, Frost earned her Master of Public Health from the University of Florida before entering Auburn’s DVM program. She has served on the College of Veterinary Medicine’s Advisory Council for six years and is a member of the Centennial Club, reflecting her deep commitment to helping Auburn students, faculty and staff. She has hosted several preceptorships and has provided mentorship to senior students.
Maj. Jarrod Miller
As director of the Veterinary Services Division at Public Health Command, West, Miller oversees 43 veterinary clinics supporting more than 1,800 federal and military working dogs and providing care for more than one million beneficiaries. His career spans global health engagements, disaster response and veterinary public health leadership. From Kosovo to Florida, Miller has led initiatives that have strengthened international partnerships, advanced canine emergency medicine and educated future professionals. His scholarly contributions include peer-reviewed publications on chemical warfare decontamination and neurological disorders in deployed environments.
Dr. Lauren Mirus
A dedicated veterinarian and leader in Kentucky, Mirus has practiced at West Liberty Veterinary Clinic since 2021. She serves as vice president of the Kentucky Veterinary Medical Association (KVMA) Executive Board and will become president-elect in two years. Her service to the organization has also included a stint as secretary. Mirus, who served as an assistant professor at Morehead State University from 2017-2021, also serves as an Executive Board member of the Buffalo Trace Veterinary Medical Association.