May 22, 2026
Celebrating the 2026 Dean’s Impact Awards and service honorees
The College of Veterinary Medicine recently held its annual recognition event honoring individuals whose leadership, mentorship and dedication continue strengthening the college and advancing the profession.
May 20, 2026
Tamara Hancock receives Zoetis Distinguished Veterinary Teacher Award
The national teaching award highlight’s Hancock’s leadership and lasting influence on veterinary education at Mizzou.
May 13, 2026
Wenjun Ma receives Zoetis Award for Veterinary Research Excellence
Recognized for his impactful research and recent federal funding success, Ma is advancing innovative approaches to combat emerging infectious diseases and improve animal and public health.
May 8, 2026
Bess Pierce inducted as a fellow of the Veterinary Medicine Academy
Pierce’s work in rehabilitation, teaching and team-based care is earning national recognition and shaping how the next generation of veterinarians thinks about outcomes.
May 7, 2026
2026 CVM Research Day award winners announced
CVM Research Day awards recognize outstanding research presentations by students, interns, residents and postdoctoral fellows in Mizzou’s College of Veterinary Medicine.
May 6, 2026
Ravi Barabote recognized by Mizzou Advisors Forum and Office of the Provost
Honored for his continued commitment to student success, Barabote’s advising focuses on personalized guidance, strong mentorship and helping undergraduates navigate clear paths toward their academic and career goals.
May 5, 2026
College of Veterinary Medicine celebrates 2026 scholarship and award recipients
In 2025-26, more than 260 scholarships and awards were given.
April 24, 2026
Craig Franklin receives James Russell Lindsey Distinguished Lectureship Award
A leading figure in comparative and laboratory animal medicine, Franklin is being recognized for more than 40 years of research, innovation and mentorship that have helped advance animal models, biomedical discovery and training for future scientists.
April 23, 2026
Sandy Saunders and Yoko Wang receive American Heart Association Career Development Awards
The award provides critical funding and reflects a rigorous peer-review process evaluating both scientific merit and long-term potential.
April 10, 2026
John Dodam inducted into MVMF Honor Roll
A respected clinician and mentor, Dodam’s induction reflects a career defined by lasting impact on students, colleagues and the veterinary profession.