CVM News

AURIC Names 2018 Faculty and Student Research Grants Recipients

Nov 28, 2017

The Auburn University Research Initiative in Cancer, or AURIC, has announced the recipients for its 2018 research grants programs for faculty and students. A total of two major grants; four seed grants; and 10 graduate fellowship grants were awarded for the 2018 academic year, announced AURIC director Dr. Bruce Smith. “These grants highlight the cutting-edge […]

New Van Enhances Raptor Center’s Educational Program and Presentation Capabilities

Nov 8, 2017

The Southeastern Raptor Center is well known for its educational and wildlife conservation programs and for its work rehabilitating and releasing raptors back into the wild. With the acquisition of a new 2017 van, the center now is positioned to broaden its outreach. Purchased this year through the generosity of private donors, the SRC, a […]

Rehabilitated Bald Eagle set for Veterans Day (Nov. 11) Release in south Georgia

Nov 8, 2017

The Southeastern Raptor Center and the Georgia Department of Natural Resources will return a young, healthy Bald Eagle to the wild Saturday, Nov. 11, at Lake Park, Ga. The release, which coincides with Veterans Day, is set for 2 p.m. EST at Grassy Pond, a 500-acre public recreation area operated by Moody Air Force Base […]

Phi Zeta Epsilon Chapter to Host Research Emphasis Day Nov. 8

Nov 6, 2017

The Phi Zeta Honor Society’s Epsilon Chapter at the College of Veterinary Medicine will hold Research Emphasis Day on Wednesday, Nov. 8. The event is an annual celebration of veterinary and non-veterinary research and includes a full day of poster and platform presentations given by the faculty, staff, and students, a keynote speaker presentation, and […]

Healthy Bald Eagle to be Released Nov. 4 at Walker Lake in Jasper

Nov 1, 2017

A young, healthy Bald Eagle will be released back into the wild Saturday, Nov. 4, at Walker County Lake in Jasper, Alabama by the Southeastern Raptor Center. The noon release will be held at the Walker County Public Fishing Lake, an Alabama Birding Trails Site, which has had eagles nesting on it. The address is: […]

Veterinary Alum’s Horse, ‘War Eagle Love,’ Wins at Keeneland

Oct 31, 2017

A filly owned by Auburn College of Veterinary Medicine alumnus Dr. Bryan Waldridge ’91 recently won in her inaugural race at Keeneland in Lexington, Kentucky, in something of a Cinderella story. War Eagle’s Love was purchased by Dr. Waldridge last year for just $2,700, and considered to be a longshot. She ran in a claiming […]

College Hosting Equine Conference Nov. 2-3, Horse Owner Event Nov. 4

Oct 30, 2017

Veterinarians will learn from a nationally and internationally recognized expert on equine lameness while receiving training and professional development in a variety of topic areas involving the care and well being of horses during the College of Veterinary Medicine’s 12th annual J.T. Vaughan Equine Conference Nov. 2-3. Tailored to provide up to 20 continuing education […]

Keeping Pets Safe from Scary Halloween Trick-or-Treat Mishaps

Oct 26, 2017

Halloween candy can be toxic to pets. Keep chocolate away from dogs and cats! Dark or baking chocolate is especially dangerous. Some candies may contain the artificial sweetner xylitol which can lead to serious consequences in dogs such as very low blood sugar and liver injury. If you suspect your pet may have ingested any toxic treats, please call our Emergency and Critical Care Service at (334) 844-4690.

Columbus, Ga. Couple ‘Thrilled’ Over Opportunity to Assist With Pre-Game Eagle Flight

Oct 24, 2017

Since finding and rescuing a baby bald eagle that had fallen from its nest on their farm property, the Bickerstaffs of Columbus, Ga., have had a passion for the rescue and rehabilitation program at the Southeastern Raptor Center at the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine. “Our love of Auburn goes even further back,” said […]

Special Outreach Elective Supports Underserved Communities

Oct 19, 2017

Veterinary medicine students often find themselves immersed in learning environments in the classroom or laboratory, intensely studying their coursework. Throughout the months of October and November, however, Auburn veterinary students who are enrolled in a special outreach elective course, are participating in a community service program in north Alabama, providing veterinary services to underserved areas. […]