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Story contact: Nicholas Childress, CVMMarCom@missouri.edu
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Tamara Hancock, DVM, MS, PhD, has been named a recipient of the Zoetis Distinguished Veterinary Teacher Award, recognizing her exceptional impact on veterinary education through outstanding teaching, leadership and mentorship. The national honor celebrates faculty members who exemplify excellence in the classroom and beyond while helping shape the future of the veterinary profession.
An assistant teaching professor at the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine, Hancock is widely recognized for her dedication to student learning and her ability to establish supportive learning environments. Selected by student voting, the award reflects the impact she has on those she teaches and mentors every day.
Hancock is also a previous recipient of the Kemper Fellowship for Teaching Excellence, Mizzou’s highest faculty teaching award. Additionally, she recently completed the American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges Leadership Academy, a national program designed to further develop leaders in veterinary education.
“Dr. Hancock has had a very meaningful impact on my veterinary education and personal growth,” said second-year veterinary student Kayla Grosso. “Her enthusiasm for clinical pathology and genuine investment in her students’ success is evident in everything she does. She is not only an exceptional educator, but also a mentor and role model who consistently goes above and beyond for students.”
Through her passion for teaching, mentorship and leadership development, Hancock continues to elevate the student experience at Mizzou, while helping shape the future of veterinary medicine.