CVM News

Veterinarians Connect with the College through the Practitioner Sabbatical Program

Nov 24, 2015

Dr. Lynn Hagood isn’t letting the fact that he earned his DVM from Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 1988 stop him from continuing to learn and grow as a veterinarian. A general practitioner at North Florida Animal Hospital, in Tallahassee, Fla., Dr. Hagood has a particular interest in oncology. In order to learn […]

UC-Berkeley Biologist to Speak as Juan Gilbert Lecturer Nov. 19

Nov 11, 2015

Nationally respected biologist Dr. Tyrone Hayes will deliver the Juan Gilbert Distinguished Lecturer address on Thursday, Nov. 19, as a guest of Auburn University’s Black Graduate and Professional Students Association. The event will be held at 6 p.m. in the College of Veterinary Medicine’s Veterinary Education Center Overton Auditorium. His lecture, “Silent Spring to Silent […]

Newly Hired Psychologist Dedicated to Helping Veterinary Students

Nov 11, 2015

The veterinary medical profession can be stressful for students as they experience the academic rigors of the program and transition into roles as young veterinarians. To ensure that Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine students have all the tools they need to be successful students and professionals, the college recently appointed Dr. Kathryn Bieri as […]

College of Veterinary Medicine Researchers Seek Breakthrough in Cancer Treatment

Nov 2, 2015

Dr. Bruce Smith’s guiding philosophy in the work he does is simple: he wants his patients to die with their cancer, not from cancer. And while curing cancer is not right around the corner, what researchers at the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine want is to help their veterinary patients live longer, with hope […]

Former Auburn Cheerleader Carries the War Eagle Spirit in Veterinary Medicine

Oct 29, 2015

When a cheer or an extra dose of Auburn spirit is needed at the College of Veterinary Medicine, Pete Velotas is the man to call. Velotas, a fourth-year veterinary student and Birmingham native, is a former member of the Auburn University Cheerleading squad. Velotas got his start in both of his passions during high school. “I […]

College Celebrates Phi Zeta Research Day Nov. 4

Oct 28, 2015

Phi Zeta Research Day, to showcase and recognize the research efforts of veterinary students, graduate students, post-graduates and faculty, will be Wednesday, Nov. 4, at the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine. Although the day-long event is geared towards veterinary students and researchers, it is open to the public. “We use Phi Zeta Day to […]

Practice Management Rotation Prepares Veterinary Students to Be Successful in Business

Oct 26, 2015

The Practice Management Rotation at Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine is unique among the clinical rotations that students complete during their final year of veterinary education. Rather than medical or scientific skills, the rotation curriculum is centered on preparing students to understand and potentially manage the business side of veterinary practice. Ethan Dawe, an […]

College of Veterinary Medicine Equine Service Prepares for “Focus on the Foal” Nov. 7

Oct 20, 2015

Registration is open for an educational seminar for equine enthusiasts and veterinarians, followed by a horse auction at Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. The event is set for Saturday, Nov. 7 at the JT Vaughan Large Animal Teaching Hospital. Admission is free and offers three hours of continuing education credit for veterinarians, pending approval […]

Manager of Royal Canadian Mounted Police Canine Training Centre to Visit

Oct 15, 2015

Staff Sergeant Patrick MacIsaac, manager of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Dog Service Training Centre, will visit the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine this month to observe and learn about the college’s Canine Performance Sciences Program. MacIsaac will evaluate CPS’ training and research activities and tour facilities, and observe the Vapor Wake® canine teams […]

College Recognizes Staff During Veterinary Technician Week

Oct 13, 2015

Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine is fortunate to count some of the finest technicians in the veterinary world among its employees in the teaching hospital, and this week is celebrating some of its hardest working and most devoted practitioners. Since 1993, the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) has celebrated National Veterinary Technician […]