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MU CVM Celebrates 75th Class of Graduates

Published 5/13/2024
The University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine celebrated its 75th Commencement Ceremony May 10, 2024, launching the careers of 120 new veterinarians

Retired University of Missouri Professor Rebecca Johnson Passes Away

Published 5/10/2024
Rebecca A. Johnson, PhD, RN, FAAN, 68, of Columbia, Missouri, died peacefully at her home May 4, 2024. She was a professor at the University of Missouri with joint appointments in the MU College of Veterinary Medicine and the Sinclair School of Nursing.

Mizzou Graduate School Awards Franklin a Graddie

Published 5/8/2024
Craig Franklin, DVM, PhD, DACLAM, professor emeritus of veterinary pathobiology at the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine and director of the Comparative Medicine Program, was recently named the recipient of the Graddie Award by the University of Missouri Graduate School.

Continuing a Family Legacy

Published 5/8/2024
As a fourth-generation Tiger, Marshfield, Missouri, native Ben Greer saw firsthand the impact his dad made as a veterinarian. After graduating this spring, Greer plans to take what he learned at the University of Missouri and return to his roots in southwest Missouri to expand access to large animal veterinary care.

Twelve MU Students and Alumni Honored by National Science Foundation

Published 4/24/2024
The National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellowship Program recognizes and supports outstanding graduate students in NSF-supported STEM disciplines who are pursuing research-based master’s and doctoral degrees at accredited U.S. institutions.

CVM Celebrates Achievements During Awards Reception 

Published 4/23/2024
The University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine presented more than 140 awards totaling nearly $390,000 during the 2024 Honors and Awards Reception April 21 at the Stoney Creek Hotel.

CVM Student Tapped into Rollins Society

Published 4/22/2024
Emma Gober, a fourth-year student in the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine, was tapped into the Rollins Society on Friday afternoon. The Rollins Society was established in 1994 by the Mizzou Graduate Professional Council.

Five University of Missouri Faculty Named 2023 AAAS Fellows

Published 4/18/2024
University of Missouri researchers are constantly pushing the boundaries of science. Their curiosity sparks innovation — leading to scientific breakthroughs that ultimately improve lives.

Can a Natural Juice Help Your Gut Health? University of Missouri Researchers Find Evidence it Can

Published 4/16/2024
Research at Mizzou is shedding light on how red cabbage juice might relieve symptoms of digestive disease.

CVM Student Named Recipient of 2024 Merck Animal Health Diversity Leadership Scholarship

Published 4/15/2024
I’yuana Morris, a second-year student at the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine, is a recipient of a 2024 Merck Animal Health Diversity Leadership Scholarship.