CVM News

AURIC to Hold First Cancer Symposium Meeting Aug. 28-29 at Grand National

Aug 19, 2015

The Auburn University Research Initiative in Cancer (AURIC) will hold its first Cancer Symposium Aug. 28 and 29 to bring together Auburn University researchers and others who focus on cancer research to enhance awareness about scientific developments and projects. The two-day conference, at the Marriot Hotel and Conference Center at Grand National in Opelika, will […]

VAPOR WAKE® Technology Granted Patent

Aug 17, 2015

The VAPOR WAKE®  detector dog technology created by researchers and canine training experts at the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine has received a U.S. patent.  VAPOR WAKE® is a scientifically-based method for selecting, training, and employing dogs for the detection of hand-carried and body-worn hazardous materials such as person-borne improvised explosive devices.   “VAPOR […]

Young Bald Eagle to be Released Aug. 15 in Tift County, Ga.

Aug 12, 2015

The Southeastern Raptor Center, in conjunction with Georgia Wildlife Rescue Association, will release a juvenile bald eagle Saturday, Aug.15, in Tift County, Georgia. The release will take place at 2 p.m. EST at Paradise Public Fishing Area, 536 Paradise Dr. in Enigma, Ga. The bald eagle, believed to be two-to-three years old, was brought to the […]

Descendant of College’s First Dean Graduates

Aug 12, 2015

To hear Cary Clark talk about becoming a veterinarian, you would get the impression that it was the most natural thing in the world. Many people love animals and want to care for them, but when your great great-grandfather was the first dean of the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine, it becomes a family […]

Class of 2019 Begins 123rd year of Veterinary Medicine at Auburn

Aug 10, 2015

The Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine Class of 2019 joined fellow veterinary students with the start of fall classes on Monday, Aug. 10, one week ahead of students on Auburn’s main campus. The 120-member first-year class is majority women, which is the national trend in veterinary medicine, and includes 91 women, and 29 men. […]

Employees Recognized during 7th Annual Staff Awards Ceremony

Aug 6, 2015

College of Veterinary Medicine staff and administrative employees were recently recognized for their dedicated work and support of the college. Dean Calvin Johnson thanked employees for pursing excellence and noted that “employees set the culture and tone of the team.” He recognized all CVM employees who play a vital role in the strategic plan of […]

Merial Summer Scholars Present Research Projects

Aug 4, 2015

The Merial Summer Scholars program introduces students to hypothesis-driven research, guided by a faculty member at the College of Veterinary Medicine. The 17 scholars recently presented their research findings to their peers and mentors, and seven went on to present at the National Symposium.

Public Health Minor Offers Opportunity to Explore Diverse Fields of Medical Care

Jul 29, 2015

The Public Health Minor offered at Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine offers students the chance to explore the many opportunities in the broad field of health care, and strengthen their chances of employment. Read more to learn about the minor, and how you can take advantage of these excellent courses.

Doctoral Candidate Gives Presentation at Reproduction Conference

Jul 22, 2015

Doctoral candidate India Napier recently presented a poster on her research at the Society for the Study of Reproduction international conference. Her research focuses on preventing feral cats from spreading the disease to other animals and people. Read more to learn about this extraordinary young woman’s experience and the importance of her work at the College of Veterinary Medicine.

Dachshund Near Death Now on Mend

Jul 20, 2015

Bella came to the Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital near death due to a skin parasite and medication reaction. A team of Auburn veterinarians reacted quickly, took a big risk, and saved Bella’s life.