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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.
Soon after learning she would be receiving the 2025 El Toro Award for Excellence in Food Animal Medicine at the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine’s Annual Conference, Dr. Julie Gard Schnuelle did what came naturally to her. She took the opportunity to ensure others knew how much they were appreciated, sending off an email to her former large animal and food animal colleagues within the college to thank them for their support.
Sample Preparation Guidelines: Cell Sorting
Sample Preparation Guidelines: Cell Sorting Sample Preparation Guidelines: Cell Sorting (PDF) An outcome of the cell sorting experiment is largely affected by cell viability, auto-fluorescence, and cell aggregation. Good practice in cell preparation is crucial and will result in a better sort purity and efficiency. Please read through the following guidelines for cell preparations intended […]
‘One Health’ in action: Scott-Ritchey Center takes on global threat of rabies
When Dr. Doug Martin describes rabies as perhaps “the world’s oldest infectious disease,” he’s speaking in terms of millennia rather than centuries. “You can find depictions of it written on cave and pyramid walls,” said Martin, director of the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine’s Scott-Ritchey Research Center and a professor in the Department of Anatomy, Physiology and Pharmacology.
A heart for Hereford: Auburn DVM student earns chance to represent Team USA at world cattle event
While third-year Auburn University Doctor of Veterinary Medicine student John Cox has laid eyes on Gulf Coast beachfront, it’s unlikely he will ever be found soaking up the sun on one. “I’ve never been to the beach on vacation,” Cox said. “I go to cattle shows.”
Baker shares insights on Auburn VetMed experience on podcast
For Walter Baker, veterinary medicine isn’t merely a career. It’s a calling shaped by curiosity, compassion, and a desire to help animals. “I’ve had a pretty strong conviction to be a veterinarian since about seventh grade,” Baker, a second-year Auburn DVM student, recalled on a recent episode of the podcast.
From Dolly to debate: Student’s national award-winning essay explores ethics of cloning
When Allison Purtle decided to enter the American Veterinary Medical History Society’s annual student essay contest, she knew she wanted to tackle a topic that offered an equal blend of scientific curiosity and ethical complexity. Her resulting work – “Hello, Dolly! The History and Ethics of Animal Cloning and the World’s Most Famous Sheep” – earned the top prize in the AVMHS 2025 J.F. Smithcors Student Veterinary History Essay Contest.
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CVM recognizes outstanding staff
The college honored nine employees during its Staff Recognition award ceremony on Wednesday, Aug. 27. The awards are presented annually in recognition of how vital administrative staff and employees are to the college’s student education, animal healthcare and research efforts. A committee solicits and reviews nominations of individuals who go “above and beyond” in support of the college’s mission.
Picture of health: How feline obesity diagnosis may change in the era of AI
Type the social media hashtag “fatcat” into an Instagram search and you will be greeted by more than 3 million photo and video posts featuring felines in varying stages of roly-polyness. One photo depicts a pet owner straining to lift a 38-pound orange marmalade-colored bundle of joy. Another video shows the fabric seat of a lawn chair collapsing beneath the weight of a chonky black-and-white cat.
