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cindy crawford rides elvis the horse

June 17, 2025

The stone behind the setbacks

A show horse. A seven-pound mass. Read how 11-year-old Elvis went from chronic colic to national champion thanks to a sharp diagnosis and a skilled surgical team at Mizzou’s Veterinary Health Center.

Students listening to a veterinarian in the Veterinary Health Center

June 13, 2025

Future veterinarians get their first taste of veterinary school at Mizzou

High school students with dreams of becoming veterinarians got a head start last week through Mizzou's Advanced Veterinary Academy, a hands-on summer program that offers a deep dive into the life of a veterinary student.

Left to right standing: Joni Bohn, Janet Anich, Jackie England and Cheryl England; kneeling: Bryan McGinty; not pictured: Mark Grass, Spencer Haight and Patrick Reust.

June 4, 2025

The hidden backbone of the VHC

Joni Bohn leads the Veterinary Health Center’s Central Supply and Sterile Processing teams, quietly powering the hospital’s operations from behind the scenes. From stocking surgical tools to managing critical supplies, Bohn and team ensure every patient and provider is set up for success. Learn more about their essential work that keeps the hospital running.

Cardi the horse

May 29, 2025

Breakthrough care at Mizzou’s VHC gives adopted horse a second chance at life

A life-threatening illness put young horse Cardi’s future in jeopardy — until an innovative, first-of-its-kind procedure at Mizzou’s Veterinary Health Center turned the odds in her favor.

composite of commencement photos

May 19, 2025

Photo gallery: CVM commencement 2025

The University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine celebrated its 76th commencement on May 18, conferring 111 Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees. The college also celebrated graduates from its Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Technology and Bachelor of Science in Microbiology programs. See photos from the event.

gabby balaa and her horse

May 15, 2025

Mizzou revives veterinary student’s dream to heal horses

When Gabby Balaa graduates from the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine this week, she will fulfill a dream she’d once given up.

two men sit in front of the columns

May 13, 2025

Celebrating the Class of 2025

The College of Veterinary Medicine will celebrate commencement at 1 p.m. Sunday, May 18, in Jesse Auditorium. View the livestream and event program.

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May 9, 2025

Students, interns, residents, faculty and staff share discoveries at CVM Research Day

From epigenetics to infectious disease, the 47th annual CVM Research Day showcased the creativity and impact of our research community — with more than 70 presenters exploring ways to improve health across species.

Cot Fox’s cumulative gift surpasses $10 million to advance cancer research and animal-human health at Mizzou

April 30, 2025

Cot Fox’s cumulative giving surpasses $10 million to advance cancer research and animal-human health at Mizzou

A transformative new gift from Mizzou alumnus Cot Fox will fuel cancer research, expand human-animal health innovation and help reimagine the university’s Veterinary Health Center.

Oma is a real-life Paw Patrol pup — climbing through rubble, sniffing out disaster victims and braving the toughest conditions to bring closure to affected families.

April 29, 2025

Search-and-rescue dog stays mission-ready with help from Mizzou

Oma is a real-life Paw Patrol pup — climbing through rubble, sniffing out disaster victims and braving the toughest conditions to bring closure to affected families.