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Anna Divin

Dec. 3, 2025

A Q&A with Anna Divin

From the time she was 4, Anna Divin knew she wanted to be a veterinarian. Growing up in an urban environment meant little exposure to large animals, but at Mizzou’s College of Veterinary Medicine, she’s gained the hands-on training and mentorship to prepare for her dream career in mixed-animal practice.

a horse peeking out of the stall

Nov. 20, 2025

Understanding the recent equine herpesvirus (EHV) outbreak

Mizzou equine internal medicine clinicians share what horse owners need to know about the recent EHV outbreaks in the United States.

Samantha Crist

Nov. 18, 2025

Samantha Crist earns Edward L. Gillette Memorial Award for outstanding research poster presentation

The Veterinary Cancer Society honored Crist for research that advances understanding of how chemotherapy affects dogs and humans differently.

Dr. Stephanie Anderson

Nov. 12, 2025

Cultivating leaders in veterinary pathology

Through a mix of mentorship, collaboration and dynamic cases, Stephanie Anderson is thriving at Mizzou's Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory in a residency that is building the pathologists of the future.

angelina johnson and a cat

Nov. 5, 2025

A journey with purpose

Angelina Johnson’s journey from Hawaii to Mizzou wasn’t rushed, it was carefully built. Guided by a childhood dream and strengthened by years of experience as a veterinary technician, the third-year student brings both expertise and heart to every patient she serves.

Dr. Laura Nafe with a dog

Nov. 5, 2025

Solving the puzzle of patient care

A passion for problem-solving and mentoring brought alumna Laura Nafe back to Mizzou, where she’s now helping shape the future of veterinary medicine.

Lashae Wright

Oct. 31, 2025

Lashae Wright named October PAWsome Award winner

Lashae Wright, veterinary technician in clinical pathology at the Veterinary Health Center, was named the October 2025 PAWsome Award winner by the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine’s Staff Advisory Council.

Jeffery Boychuk

Oct. 30, 2025

Rewiring stroke recovery

Jeffery Boychuk studies how the brain remaps after stroke, turning neuroscientific discoveries into treatments that help patients recover. At Mizzou, he blends research, collaboration and mentorship to make real-world impact.

two friends embrace

Oct. 20, 2025

Photo gallery: White Coat 2025

The Class of 2027 took an important step in their veterinary journey as they received their white coats, a symbol of their commitment to compassionate care and clinical excellence. See photos from this year's ceremony.

Hunter Barber and Annalise Sharpe with their dog, Ketchup.

Oct. 20, 2025

Across the pond, into the CVM community

After crossing continents to continue their education, Hunter Barber and Annalise Sharpe, third-year veterinary students, found their fit at Mizzou’s College of Veterinary Medicine — where rigorous training meets a welcoming, collaborative community that feels like home.