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Jan. 30, 2025

Veterinary Health Center earns AAHA re-accreditation

The University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine’s Veterinary Health Center recently earned re-accreditation from the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA).

Q&A with Wenjun Ma: Expert insights on influenza, vaccines and global health

Jan. 28, 2025

Q&A with Wenjun Ma: Expert insights on influenza, vaccines and global health

Influenza presents ongoing challenges due to its rapid evolution and ability to spread across species.

Jan. 27, 2025

New therapy for dogs with cancer shows promise

When Mary Winter, BS ’81, JD ’90, of Jefferson City noticed that her rescue dog, Sadie, developed swollen lymph nodes last fall, Winter’s veterinarian confirmed what she already suspected: cancer.

composite of 2024 conference photos

Jan. 23, 2025

Five ways to connect with Mizzou at the MVMA Convention

The Missouri Veterinary Medical Association Convention is coming Jan. 30 through Feb. 2. At this year’s event, Mizzou’s College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) has an extensive lineup of talks and opportunities designed to inspire, educate and connect veterinary professionals throughout the Midwest.

Nathan Kerr and Frank Booth.

Jan. 23, 2025

Inactive today, forgetful tomorrow: Mizzou researchers discover a link between lack of physical activity and a decline in brain health

A new study shows specific changes in the brain after muscle disuse that are linked with cognitive decline.

CVM west exterior of building

Jan. 13, 2025

Fall 2024 dean’s list announced

The University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine dean’s list recognizes undergraduate microbiology and Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Technology students who have displayed academic excellence during the previous semester.

Noncredit certificate in veterinary emergency and critical care

Jan. 3, 2025

Noncredit certificate in veterinary emergency and critical care now available

The University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine has partnered with MU Extension’s Career Accelerator to offer a new noncredit certificate in veterinary emergency and critical care.

Gabby Balaa and Megan Rice take home awards at the 2024 American Association of Equine Practitioners Convention

Jan. 2, 2025

Gabby Balaa and Megan Rice take home awards at the 2024 American Association of Equine Practitioners Convention

Two University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine students who attended the 70th American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) Annual Convention recently returned to Columbia with awards in their pocket.

danielle hurd and a dog

Dec. 20, 2024

Danielle Hurd named December PAWsome Award winner

Danielle Hurd, a senior registered veterinary technician, Community Practice, was named the December 2024 PAWsome Award winner by the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine’s Staff Advisory Council.

Dec. 19, 2024

Tamara Hancock receives Wendy Coe Leadership Award

Tamara Hancock, DVM, MS, DACVP, PhD, an assistant teaching professor at the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine, recently received the 2024 Wendy Coe Leadership Award from the American College of Veterinary Pathologists.