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Article ItemPioneering veterinary scientist Margie Lee to deliver fall 2024 University Commencement address , article
Lee, a groundbreaking researcher and Virginia Tech alumna, will address graduates on Friday, Dec. 20. She serves as associate dean for research and graduate studies at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine.
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Article ItemVMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Erin O'Leary , article
Erin O'Leary '92, DVM '04, Founder and Chief Medical Officer of Heal House Call Veterinarian, credits her time at VMCVM for shaping her into the compassionate and dedicated practitioner she is today. Passionate about supporting fellow veterinarians, she’s committed to helping others build fulfilling house call practices while prioritizing work-life balance and mental well-being.
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Article ItemInaugural recipients named for Lutz Awards , article
Sophia Economou, Zheng “Phil” Xiang, John Rossmeisl, and Markus Breitschmid earned the first Jacob A. Lutz III Awards for Eminent Scholars during Virginia Tech’s annual research awards ceremony, Celebrating Scholarly Excellence, on Nov. 6.
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Article ItemVMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Rachael Dunn , article
Rachael Dunn '10, DVM '14 is the owner and veterinarian at Loudoun Urgent Vet. She values the strong foundation and network she gained from VMCVM. Inspired by her parents, Rachael’s passion for rescue work shines through her involvement with Loudoun Community Cat Coalition. Her favorite quote, "How lucky am I to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard," reflects her love for the human-animal bond. At home, she cares for a mix of pets, including dogs, cats, a rabbit, a goose, and ducks.
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Article ItemFirst veterinary class: Claire Godwin endures as clinician, surgeon and horse rider , article
Claire Godwin founded a successful small animal veterinary practice in Laytonsville, Maryland, and travels across the U.S. and beyond competing in equine endurance races.
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Article ItemRabies Awareness: Protecting Your Pets and Family , article
World Rabies Day is Sept. 28, 2024, and the veterinary college is committed to raising awareness about this deadly but preventable disease. Learn more in this question and answer session with Tanya LeRoith, hospital director at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
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Article ItemTwins Ann and Lydia Carpenter follow veterinary and public health path to parallel career tracks , article
Ann Carpenter is a veterinary medical officer in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, while Lydia Carpenter is a veterinary medical officer in the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
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Article ItemA record seven Hokies join Virginia Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine , article
Kathleen Alexander, Tom Dingus, Dan Givens, T.M. Murali, Amy Pruden, Dan Sui, and Bevlee Watford make up the university’s largest elected class to date and the largest number elected from a single Virginia institution this year.
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Article ItemVMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Wynne DiGrassie DVM ‘96, MS ‘00 , article
Wynne DiGrassie DVM '96, MS '00 is the owner and practice administrator at Mountain View Equine Hospital and an Associate Professor at Blue Ridge Community College. As a VMCVM alum, her well-rounded education gave her the confidence to teach exotic animal care, despite focusing on equine practice.
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Article ItemVirginia Tech alum Ira Blader returns to head veterinary college research department , article
Ira Blader, a Virginia Tech alum, has come full circle in his academic journey. He has returned to his alma mater as the new Head of the Department of Biomedical Sciences and Pathobiology at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine.
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Article ItemVMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Evymarie Prado Sanchez '14, DVM '19, MPH '19 , article
Evymarie Prado Sanchez '14, DVM '19, MPH '19, is a Supervisory Veterinary Medical Officer with the USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. She values mentoring students in alternative veterinary career paths and is passionate about diversity in regulatory medicine.
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Article ItemVeterinary college's Distinguished Alumni Awards honor graduates from three decades , article
Matthew Iager DVM ’96, Sara Waltz Johnston DVM ’16, and Michael Erskine DVM ’88 received awards.
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Article ItemInternship prepares veterinary student for a food animal career , article
Veterinary student Carla Gutierrez worked with two experienced veterinarians to gain new perspectives and more hands-on experience during a Virginia Academy of Food Animal Practitioners internship.
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Article ItemFirst veterinary class: Class of 1984 alum Mary Jean Gorse journeys from childhood dreams to pioneering success , article
In the St. Louis area, Gorse founded Veterinary Specialty Services, which today includes nearly 50 veterinarians.
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Article ItemFrom Chile to Virginia: Ph.D. research improves brain tumor measurement in dogs , article
A study by doctoral student Josefa Garcia Mora on canine brain tumor measurement has become one of the most cited papers in the Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine.
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Article ItemVMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Kaitlyn McBane DVM '18 , article
Kaitlyn McBane, DVM '18 reflects on the invaluable problem-solving skills she gained from VMCVM, the enduring relationships with classmates, and the inspiring advice to believe in herself, while passionately enjoying her work and maintaining a fulfilling work-life balance.
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Article Item“New doors will always open”: Nathaniel Tablante retires after 27 years at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine , article
After 27 years at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, Nathaniel Tablante has retired. He served as associate director of the Center for Public and Corporate Veterinary Medicine, professor, and poultry veterinarian with University of Maryland Extension.
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Article ItemTanya LeRoith named new director of Veterinary Teaching Hospital , article
LeRoith replaces retiring director Terry Swecker, once her faculty advisor when she was a student at the veterinary college.
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Article ItemThe making of a veterinarian , article
The recently graduated Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) Class of 2024 reflects on the grueling yet rewarding path that molded them into veterinarians. What began as an exciting, if daunting, first day of classes (during the COVID-19 pandemic) turned into a profound four-year transformation.
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Article ItemFirst veterinary class: New college launches long academic careers , article
Terry Swecker, Michaela Kristula, and Joseph Taboada were each among the first graduating class from the new veterinary college 40 years ago in 1984, and each pursued a long career on the academic side of veterinary medicine.
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Article ItemFirst veterinary class: Don Nichols combines math aptitude, animal interest for career in pathology , article
Don Nichols, the only math major in the first class of the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, merged his puzzle-solving skills and love for animals into a 30-year federal pathology career.
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Article ItemFirst veterinary class: From startup college to startup clinic for Valerie Campbell and Nancy Hall , article
Starting from humble beginnings in converted sheep barns, Valerie Campbell and Nancy Hall, who graduated from the first class of the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine in 1984, built a successful veterinary practice in Northern Virginia.
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Article ItemVMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Pamela Wykes Armstrong DVM '84 , article
Pamela Wykes Armstrong, a VMCVM alumna and owner of Damascus Veterinary Hospital, shares how her education laid the foundation for her success, the sense of community among alumni, and her passion for continuous learning and mentoring future veterinarians.
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Article ItemResearch identifies possible new pathway to treatment of colorectal cancer , article
A recently published paper on a kinase and its importance in triggering cellular responses caps more than 12 years of research for the veterinary college's Coy Allen.
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Article ItemWilliam S. 'Terry' Swecker Jr. retires as Veterinary Teaching Hospital director , article
Swecker, one of the first graduates of the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, stepped down as hospital director on May 10 and retires from Virginia Tech on June 30.
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Article ItemVMCVM Student Spotlight: Cody Campbell , article
Cody Campbell is a DVM student at VMCVM on the Food Animal track. He has a background in Dairy Science and Animal and Poultry Sciences from his studies at Virginia Tech. Cody loves cooking, is inspired by his sister Kaitlyn, and dreams of visiting all 50 states with his Australian Shepherd, Slate.
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Article ItemVirginia Tech researcher John Rossmeisl honored by Auburn University , article
John Rossmeisl was recently named a 2024 winner of the Wilford S. Bailey Award by the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine.
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Article ItemStudy considers human medicine for answers on common canine immune disease , article
Oakley, a 3-year-old Doberman pinscher from Beckley, West Virginia, recovers from a severe case of immune-mediated thrombocytopenia (ITP) thanks to advanced treatment at Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, where research into the disease could lead to breakthroughs in treatment for dogs.
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Article ItemCritical thinking for critical care: Conner guides emergency care course at veterinary college , article
Emergencies find everyone in life, eventually. The same is true in veterinary medicine, even for clinicians who have purposely gone into a field other than emergency care.
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Article ItemVMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Allen Messenger '09, DVM '13, MPH '19 , article
Allen Messenger '09, DVM '13, MPH '19, attending Veterinarian at the Joint Special Operations Medical Training Center. Messenger credits his education at VMCVM for equipping him with essential clinical skills and problem-solving abilities. He champions the welfare of Department of Defense animals and advocates for public understanding of animal use in research. Outside work, he enjoys gardening and aspires to visit every U.S. National Park.
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Article ItemSiblings in same class continue Migliores’ veterinary education legacy at Virginia Tech , article
Mike Migliore and Nikki Migliore are three years apart in age but the brother and sister are both slated to graduate with DVMs next year.
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Article ItemVeterinary college recognizes excellence during 2024 faculty awards , article
The veterinary college recently held its annual faculty awards reception to celebrate and recognize the exceptional contributions of its faculty members.
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Article ItemMargie Lee's research on how chickens fight salmonella offers clues to help other animals and humans , article
Veterinary college associate dean's research has uncovered the secrets of the chicken’s microbiome and changed the way the poultry industry tackles salmonella.
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Article ItemVeterinary experts offer update and advice on avian influenza outbreak , article
Virginia Tech's ViTALS lab and its veterinary college alumni in state government are monitoring the avian flu situation, which has yet to affect Virginia cattle as it has in other parts of the U.S.
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Article ItemVMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Ashley Briggs MPH '16 , article
Ashley Briggs, whose education at VMCVM equipped her for the multifaceted challenges of the healthcare world. Her journey, marked by a commitment to community and an innovative approach to public health, exemplifies the versatile career paths our alumni pursue and highlights the importance of cross-disciplinary learning and the lasting connections within the VMCVM community.
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Article ItemVMCVM Student Spotlight: Maeve Davis '22 , article
Maeve Davis, a first-year DVM student is inspired by the bonds formed with like-minded individuals and her upbringing on a dairy farm in Berryville, VA. With a passion for veterinary science rooted in personal experience and a focus on mental health and continuous learning, Maeve is driven to make impactful advances in veterinary medicine.
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Article ItemPublic health alumna Caitlin Sharkey brings her homework into the real world , article
What started as a classroom assignment has become part of the Bradley Free Clinic's standard operating procedure for infection control. Sharkey, a 2023 alumnus, is the health administrator at the Roanoke clinic.
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Article ItemLoki's Leap: The Golden Retriever who overcame the odds with groundbreaking care , article
In a display of remarkable innovation, expertise, and heartfelt care, a team at the veterinary college recently embarked on a lengthy and involved surgery or procedure to improve the life of Loki, a cherished 1-year-old golden retriever.
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Article ItemVMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Bella Moncure MPH '22 , article
Bella Moncure, a Marketing Manager at Virginia Tech Recreational Sports, attributes her professional success to the MPH program's blend of academic knowledge and practical exposure while highlighting her unique boating and singing talents and her dedication to mental health and well-being.
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Article ItemPublic health alum Lindsay Fairbanks’ role is to stop infection before it starts , article
Fairbanks, an infection preventionist at Carilion Clinic, educates medical professionals on the best practices to stop the spread of pathogens during surgeries and treatment.
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Article ItemVMCVM Faculty Spotlight: Sharon Dunn '94 , article
Sharon Dunn, an employee at the veterinary college since 1994, embodies the spirit of dedication and service, having transitioned from an emergency hire position upon graduating from Virginia Tech to playing a pivotal role across various divisions within the college.
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Article ItemNew research aims to use AI to make cancer diagnostics for pets more available and affordable , article
Ph.D. student Christina Pacholec will use artificial intelligence to analyze thousands of cytological images in an effort to identify lymphoma in dogs more quickly and less invasively.
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Article ItemVeterinary college graduate Ashley Johnson awarded prestigious Hogg Scholarship for food safety studies , article
Ashley Johnson DVM '13 has been named a 2024 American Association of Swine Veterinarians (AASV) Foundation Hogg Scholarship recipient.
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Article ItemVMCVM Student Spotlight: Gin Carter '02 , article
Gin Carter, a third-year DVM student with a rich background spanning marine biology to yoga instruction, is drawn back to veterinary medicine by a lifelong passion for animals and hands-on learning.
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Article ItemAlumnus finds happiness among blueprints, wine, and llamas , article
Virginia Tech alum P. Michael West breeds llamas and offers llama treks through Four Ladies & Me Farm in North Carolina while also selling 16 wines through Divine Llama Vineyards.
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Article ItemVeterinary college alumna founds global organization for animal welfare, environmental education , article
Anna Katogiritis transformed a chance email from Jane Goodall into a career championing animal welfare and environmental education globally.
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Article ItemAlumni Spotlight: Kendall Taney Cummings '97, DVM '02 , article
Kendall Taney Cummings, a dedicated Veterinary Dentist and Oral Surgeon reflects on the invaluable lessons of organization and community at the VMCVM, sharing insights on overcoming challenges and the importance of passion in veterinary medicine.
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Article ItemVeterinary college helps keep an equine athlete at the top of his game , article
Turbo, a 20-year-old Lusitano, thrives in the elite world of dressage through to the diligence of his owner, riders, farrier, and veterinary care team.
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Article ItemLaura Parkhurst joins veterinary college amid national shelter crisis , article
Laura Parkhurst has taken on the role of clinical instructor in shelter medicine and surgery clerkship at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine amidst a critical time for animal shelters nationwide.
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Article ItemVeterinary college experts pen definitive book on dog breeding , article
Julie Cecere, clinical associate professor of theriogenology, and Phillip Sponenberg, recently retired professor of pathology and genetics, have co-authored "Breeding Better Dogs: Canine Breeding Management.”
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Article ItemStudent Spotlight: Roger Mack , article
Meet Roger Mack, a fourth-year DVM mixed animal tracker who possesses hidden talents in robotics and baking, refutes the misconception that veterinary studies only focus on disease, emphasizing the importance of preventive health.
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Article ItemTwo veterinary college faculty members author textbook to guide education of next generation of veterinarians , article
Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine faculty members have written a much-needed textbook designed to provide practical advice and guidance for educators teaching the next generation of veterinarians.
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Article ItemFinding love and purpose: Alumni attest to Steger Center's impact , article
Sharing stories of personal growth, love, and professional development, alumni who have studied at Virginia Tech’s European hub reflect on the enduring impact of their study abroad experiences.
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Article ItemAccomplished alum guides veterinary students in surgical techniques , article
Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine alumnus Justin Ganjei, an accomplished veterinary surgeon in Maryland, offers his expertise to help today’s veterinary students learn proper surgery techniques.
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Article ItemAlumni Spotlight: Calvin Lau DVM '17 , article
Calvin Lau, a proud VMCVM DVM 2017 alum, reflects on how VMCVM equipped him for the real world by emphasizing continuous learning and problem-solving skills. For him, the best part of being a VMCVM alum lies in the enduring friendships and bonds formed with his graduating class, who continue to support each other.
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Article ItemScholarships open doors for Carla Gutierrez to study to become a livestock veterinarian , article
In addition to helping with day-to-day expenses, scholarships have opened the doors to more opportunities and allowed Gutierrez to focus on her interests.
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Article ItemFaculty Spotlight: Jacquelyn Pelzer DVM '97 , article
Jacquelyn Pelzer, a VMCVM alum and committed faculty member since 2009, delights in nurturing veterinary students through their transformative journey. A former professional surfer turned veterinarian, she effortlessly balances diverse roles with style.
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Article ItemSpring commencement schedule announced , article
University leadership and partners across campus have made changes to the traditional spring commencement schedule to create a better experience for graduates and their families as class sizes grow.
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Article ItemA pint-sized puppy named Kenny Brooks does a full-court press on heart research , article
As a key player in a cardiology study at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, this a 5-month-old cavalier King Charles spaniel is helping to unravel the mysteries of heart disease in his breed.
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Article ItemStudent Spotlight: Andrea Connor , article
Meet Andrea Connor, a second-year DVM/MPH public corporate tracker who is interested in infectious diseases.
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Article ItemVMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Andrew Gorman DVM '11 , article
Andrew Gorman DVM '11, currently serves as the Deputy Chief of the Comparative Medicine Branch at the National Institute of Environmental Health Science/NIH. With a foundation from the veterinary college, his well-rounded veterinary expertise extends from hands-on practical experience to advocating for staff development, emphasizing empathy in professional interactions, and dispelling misconceptions about lab animal medicine.
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Article ItemTwo by two: Six feral foals recover under care of equine hospital clinicians and staff , article
Treating a sick foal is a challenge in itself but when they arrive one after the other in quick succession and are completely unhandled feral foals it adds a whole different level of complexity! Six weanling foals were transported to the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center (EMC) for emergency evaluation and treatment after being purchased at an auction by Colby’s Crew Rescue, based in Keswick, Virginia.
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Article ItemGuinea pig started veterinary student’s journey, generous donors continue it , article
Noah Goldfarb has known since about age 12 that he wanted to be an exotic animal veterinarian. But between formal education, internships, residencies, and early career positions in that specialty, it can take almost 12 years to get established – and many more to pay off loans.
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Article ItemVirginia Tech to honor more than 2,600 at fall commencement , article
The University Commencement ceremony will begin at 10:30 a.m. ET, and the Graduate School ceremony will follow at 2:30 p.m. ET. Both events will be available via livestream video from the university homepage for those unable to attend in person.
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Article ItemEmily Lawrence joins Animal Care for Education program , article
Emily Lawrence has joined the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine as a collegiate assistant professor in the Animal Care for Education (ACE) program. In addition to working with students in labs, she takes care of the ACE canine instructors.
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Article ItemFrom paralysis to championships: Veterinary college supports Belle's agility comeback , article
Belle, a 4-year-old Australian shepherd, made an uplifting return to dog agility competitions after a bout of paralysis.
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Article ItemGolden retriever's life changed by state-of-the-art veterinary procedure , article
Willow, a golden retriever with ectopic ureters was treated at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine’s Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
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Article ItemVeterinary college lab selected to fight emerging diseases in national partnership , article
Virginia Tech Animal Laboratory Services is one of five laboratories chosen for this new partnership between the National Animal Health Laboratory Network and the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility.
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Article ItemAlumna receives U.S. Public Health Service’s Excellence in Public Health Award , article
Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine alumna Ella Rak received the 2023 award that recognizes outstanding work done during veterinary school.
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Article ItemSiamese cat saved by challenging brain surgery at Veterinary Teaching Hospital , article
Thanks to a four-hour double operation, including complex brain surgery, Jada, a 3-year-old Siamese cat, is beginning to return to her old self.
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Article ItemUniversity launches Virginia Tech Advantage and a $500 million fundraising effort to support students with financial need , article
Alumni and friends of Virginia Tech join university leaders and guests to celebrate the launch of Virginia Tech Advantage, kick off a $500 million fundraising effort for the initiative, and recognize a $10 million gift for student scholarships.
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Article ItemVeterinary college to present Distinguished Alumni Awards at Connect 2023 , article
Two alumni and a faculty member of the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine will be honored Saturday during Connect 2023.
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Article ItemMargie Lee honored with national poultry research award , article
Margie Lee ’82, DVM ‘86, associate dean for research and graduate studies at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, has been selected as the 2023 recipient of the Phibro Animal Health Excellence in Poultry Research Award.
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Article ItemAlumna competes at the Westminster Master's Agility Championship , article
Samantha Perry DVM '19, attended the championship earlier this year with her 10-year-old golden retriever, Dallas. More than 350 dogs competed in the prestigious event.
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Article ItemDonor, recipient honor family backgrounds with Berty Mae Scholarship to veterinary college , article
For Ron Guilliams '79, it was the sacrifices his mother, Berty Mae Maxfield, made so he could be successful. For veterinary student Gianna Novak, it was raising cattle on her father’s farm and a visit from a veterinarian to help heal a heifer.
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Article ItemThe dog days of summer , article
Fourteen Virginia Tech employees, students, and alumni show off the animals they just can’t live without.
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Article ItemSmall Animal Community Practice re-energized in its commitment to clients and students , article
The clinic within the Veterinary Teaching Hospital at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine accepts pets from a 35-mile radius of Blacksburg.
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Article ItemAlumna Kendall Taney named American Veterinary Dental College Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Fellow , article
Kendall Taney ’97, DVM ’02, owner of the Center for Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery in Gaithersburg, Maryland, is among fewer than 20 recognized experts in how to help animals with dental pain.
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Article ItemFull-tuition scholarship gift makes veterinary college possible , article
Michael and Jennifer Stanton had never stepped on the campus of the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine when they financed their first four-year full-tuition scholarship in 2018. Diana Lemus is benefiting from the Stantons’ generosity.
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Article ItemMargie Lee named associate dean for research and graduate studies at veterinary college , article
Lee, among the third class of graduates from the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine in 1986 and one of its earliest Black graduates, has been head of the college's Department of Biomedical Sciences and Pathobiology since 2018.
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Article ItemVirginia Tech celebrates graduates during 2023 spring commencement ceremonies , article
More than 7,000 Hokies had their degrees conferred and were cheered as they crossed the stage at one of the college ceremonies.
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Article ItemVirginia Tech to honor more than 7,000 graduates during spring commencement ceremonies , article
Virginia Tech will hold in-person commencement ceremonies at Lane Stadium starting Wednesday and running through Sunday, and more than 7,000 students will be graduating, including nearly 4,000 with honors.
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Article ItemMemorial scholarship honoring much-loved rural veterinarian will assist veterinary students from rural areas , article
Bill W. "Doc" Fuller ’88, DVM ’97 was a Southwest Virginia mixed-animal practice veterinarian.
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Article ItemVeterinary college alum Bruce Bowman carries serving others to new heights around the world , article
Bowman led a successful private veterinary clinic for large and small animals for more than 25 years before working as a field veterinarian for the commonwealth. He has been on five international veterinary trips: two to Kashmir, two to Mongolia, and another aboard a ship hauling livestock to Egypt.
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Article ItemVeterinary college, Department of Corrections continue to benefit from two-decade partnership , article
Aligned by the common goal of improving Virginia agriculture, the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine and the Virginia Department of Corrections continue to reap the benefits of a partnership now more than two decades old.
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Article ItemA silver lining in the fight for clean water in India , article
Students and faculty in the Department of Geography trialed the use of silver-infused ceramic tiles as a way to provide clean water to schools in rural India.
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Article ItemVeterinary college alumni at forefront of effort to contain avian flu and its impacts , article
From personally escorting a sample on a flight from Virginia to Iowa for testing, to joining a delegation on a trans-Pacific flight to Japan to convince trading partners the U.S. poultry supply is safe, alumni from the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine are on the front lines in the battle to control the impacts of the highly pathogenic avian influenza outbreak.
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Article ItemPresident receives statement on academic freedom and free speech written by the Task Force on Freedom of Expression and Inquiry , article
The statement and corresponding recommendations were developed during the fall semester by a 21-member group of Virginia Tech students, faculty, staff, and alumni.
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Article ItemVeterinary alumna Rebecca Persons joins college as clinical instructor , article
In her position as clinical instructor, Persons focuses on clinical practice and also divides her time between teaching and assisting with labs.
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Article ItemIn memoriam: Cecil R. Maxson, former member of the Virginia Tech Board of Visitors , article
Maxson, a Virginia Tech alumnus who later served 12 years on the university’s Board of Visitors, died Dec. 8 at the age of 91.
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Article ItemLlamas doing well after emergency C-section at Veterinary Teaching Hospital , article
A pregnant llama with a twisted uterus. Even with the best of care, there are a lot of things that can go wrong when an emergency caesarean section is needed in that situation.
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Article ItemConnect 2022 brings alumni, students together for weekend of networking and fun , article
More than 600 registered attendees came to the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, Connect 2022, Oct. 20-22.
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Article ItemCasting for data on microplastics in the ocean , article
With the new Seale Coastal Zone Observatory, Robert Weiss, a professor of geosciences, aims to model the present and future effects of microplastics on the marine environment and its life.
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Article ItemR. Scott Pleasant honored with emeritus status , article
A member of the Virginia Tech faculty since 1991, Pleasant has made significant contributions to fostering the veterinarian-farrier relationship.
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Article ItemVeterinary college welcomes new clinical assistant professor in Equine Field Services , article
Amy Santonastaso M.S. ‘16 will treat clients’ horses and guide students. She is particularly interested in treating and studying equine metabolic diseases.
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Article ItemVirginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin to deliver 2022 University Commencement address , article
The governor will address Virginia Tech’s Class of 2022 during University Commencement exercises on Friday, May 13, continuing the tradition of inviting new Virginia governors to deliver the commencement address.
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Article ItemAlumnus joins Virginia Tech veterinary college as the associate director of student success , article
Jay Kyle '88, DVM '93 will work with the faculty and staff of the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine to increase retention, support academic success, and champion the overall student experience.
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Article ItemNew solar energy project to boost renewable energy efforts on Blacksburg campus , article
The project involves 2.1 megawatts of solar arrays on seven Blacksburg campus buildings. Along with delivering onsite renewable energy, the new installations will help bolster climate action education and engagement opportunities over the long term.
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Article ItemVeterinarian alumna helps solve deadly mysteries for the CDC , article
In helping to identify the source of four cases of melioidosis, Capt. Jennifer McQuiston, a CDC epidemiologist trained at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, was part of the team that stopped the spread of the disease that left two people dead.
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Article ItemDog sledding a passion project for Virginia Tech alumna , article
Paige Drobny, who graduated from Virginia Tech in 1997 with a degree in biology and a minor in chemistry, went to Alaska in 2004 to take a position as a fisheries biologist. But a love of Alaskan huskies and exploring the beautiful Alaskan landscape led to a different passion project — competitive dog sledding. She and her husband now annually compete in the Iditarod, which is the nation's premier dog sledding event.
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Article ItemJennifer Davis awarded 2021 Zoetis Excellence in Teaching Award , article
The award committee observed that Davis uses a multimedia approach to teaching that accommodates different learning styles.
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Article ItemPhysics’ Leo Piilonen awarded Lifetime Fellowship by American Association for the Advancement of Science , article
Piilonen is a professor in the Department of Physics, part of the Virginia Tech College of Science. AAAS is honoring Piilonen for his “distinguished contributions to experimental elementary particle physics, particularly for leadership in the Belle and Belle II collaborations and in their muon and K-long meson detection and identification.”
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Article ItemCollege of Veterinary Medicine hosts successful mentor day , article
As part of the Connect 2021 weekend and for an 18th year, the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine hosted seasoned veterinarian mentors from Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia, and beyond and paired them with veterinary students eager for guidance.
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Article ItemRecent graduate credits veterinary college for preparing her for military service , article
Capt. Haley Davis serves as a Veterinary Corps Officer in the U.S. Army. She graduated from the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine in 2020.
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Article ItemVeterinary college’s distinguished alumni award winners to speak at Connect 2021 , article
The Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine recognizes the achievements of alumni through its annual awards.
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Article ItemAlumna doing her part to bring diversity to field of veterinary medicine , article
Tierra Price, a 2020 graduate of the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, has created BlackDVM Network — a comprehensive platform consisting of a website, social media accounts, and a YouTube page designed to help Black veterinary professionals connect, grow, and advance within the field of veterinary medicine.
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Article ItemVirginia Tech, Children’s National scientists to discuss cancer research at ‘Hokies for Good’ event , article
The scientists will talk about leading-edge cancer research projects in a public Zoom discussion at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 13. The event is an opportunity for people to meet some of the dedicated researchers working together to take on cancer.
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Article ItemVirginia Tech gives details on in-person commencement ceremonies and how to sign up , article
The university will host 15 commencement ceremonies in Lane Stadium to recognize individual graduates with up to four guests per Hokie grad. Ceremonies will be held for each college and registration is required. The last day to register is April 16.
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Article ItemVeterinary college’s career transition workshops guide veterinarians seeking to make career changes , article
To introduce veterinarians to their profession’s wide-ranging career options, the Center for Public and Corporate Veterinary Medicine in the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine offers workshops that focus on career opportunities beyond private clinical practice. Registration is now open for the next virtual workshop in April.
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Article ItemThe precious moments , article
From meeting her future husband, Nathan Cummings ’98, MS ’02, Ph.D. ’04, walking across the Drillfield at 8 a.m. in the dead of winter, to conducting undergraduate research on lizards, each moment is precious to Kendall Taney Cummings '97, DVM'02. Her time at Virginia Tech helped her grow, pushed her to get involved, and led to her success.
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Article ItemSherrie Clark named interim department head of large animal clinical sciences , article
Clark, professor of theriogenology and a diplomate in the American College of Theriogenologists, has been a faculty member in the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine since 2011. Her teaching and research focus on advanced reproductive techniques in a variety of species, with a concentration in conditions that cause infertility.
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Article ItemVeterinary college alumni uniquely prepared for a pandemic , article
From public health veterinarians and pathologists to veterinary epidemiologists and disease surveillance experts, the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine's One Health-trained alumni have their boots on the ground in response to the COVID-19 crisis.
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Article ItemVeterinary college alumna Lauren Dodd serves the world , article
A dual-degree graduate of the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, Dodd continued a family legacy of service when she commissioned in the U.S. Army Veterinary Corps.
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Article ItemVeterinary college’s distinguished alumni award winners to speak at virtual continuing education webinar , article
Veterinary medicine alumnae Cindy Driscoll ’87 and Karen Meidenbauer ’16 received Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine’s Lifetime Achievement Alumni Award and Outstanding Recent Alumni Award, respectively.
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Article ItemCommencement 101: Details about this year's ceremony , article
The university ceremony will be online at vt.edu at 6:30 p.m. EDT on Friday, May 15, and will be viewable on-demand afterward.
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Article ItemOnline commencement details announced , article
Virginia Tech will celebrate the Class of 2020 during online commencement exercises Friday, May 15, at 6:30 p.m. ET. The first-of-its-kind event will feature inspirational messages from notable Hokies, including Miss America 2020 Camille Schrier, legendary defensive coordinator Bud Foster, and world-renowned poet and University Distinguished Professor Nikki Giovanni.
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Article ItemVirginia Tech launches its most ambitious fundraising campaign ever , article
Boundless Impact: The Campaign for Virginia Tech has a goal to raise $1.5 billion to fuel excellence across all university programs and drive forward major strategic priorities. A second goal is to engage 100,000 alumni in meaningful ways over the course of the campaign.
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Article ItemDonations to Virginia Tech reached a new high: $181.9 million , article
Tens of thousands of donors stepped forward to support programs throughout Virginia Tech in a year of unprecedented generosity.
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Article ItemDistinguished alumni award winners to speak at veterinary college’s reunion weekend and CE conference , article
Doctor of veterinary medicine alumni William "Bill" Tyrrell and Claire Simeone received the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine’s Lifetime Achievement Alumni Award and Outstanding Recent Alumni Award, respectively.
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Article ItemVeterinary college alumna Susan VandeWoude named to National Academy of Sciences , article
A veterinarian, teacher, researcher, and associate dean for research in the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at Colorado State University, VandeWoude has specialized in studying conditions affecting cats, both big and small.
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Article ItemStudent club works to enrich lives through assistive devices and technology , article
The Virginia Tech chapter of Quality of Life Plus, a national organization, began as a senior design project but has blossomed into a student organization that regularly takes on “challengers.” The group recently created a device to help an alumna paddle in a canoe.
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Article ItemAndrea Oliver named 2019 Outstanding Graduating Student for Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine , article
A "horse girl" growing up, Oliver is a doctor of veterinary medicine candidate and this year’s recipient of the Outstanding Graduating Student Award from the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech. She earned a B.S. in animal and poultry science in 2015 from Virginia Tech's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.
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Article ItemDepartment of Geosciences' Michael Hochella honored with emeritus status by Board of Visitors , article
A member of the Virginia Tech community since 1992, Hochella made significant contributions to local, regional, and global environmental science through his work in geochemistry and mineralogy focusing on nanoscience and nanotechnology.
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Article ItemF. William Pierson honored with emeritus status , article
A member of the Virginia Tech community since 1990, Pierson conducted research in the areas of poultry health i.e., pathophysiology, disease surveillance, and vaccine development, as well as general biosecurity and infection control and prevention.
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Article ItemClass of 2018: Kristin Eden brings animal and human health perspective in new role at Virginia Tech Carilion , article
In her role as an assistant professor in VTCSOM's Department of Basic Science Education, the three-time Hokie, veterinary pathologist, and researcher will teach medical students as well as conduct translational research in inflammatory bowel disease and colorectal cancer.
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Article ItemR. Scott Pleasant named C.R. Roberts Professor of Clinical Veterinary Medicine , article
Pleasant joined the veterinary college in 1991 after completing a residency in large animal surgery.
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Article ItemVeterinary college names distinguished alumni award winners , article
Sharon L. Deem B.S. '85, D.V.M. '88, and Bom Spina Harris D.V.M. '08 have been honored with the veterinary college's 2018 Lifetime Achievement Award and the 2018 Outstanding Recent Alumni Award, respectively.
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Article ItemCassie Wedd Wagner joins veterinary college as director of alumni and referring practitioner relations , article
In her new role, Wagner leads engagement of the college’s more than 3,200 professional and graduate program alumni. She also serves as the primary liaison between referring veterinary practitioners in Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia.
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Article ItemHokie scientist breaks new ground for TED Fellows , article
Claire Simeone has become the first-ever veterinarian to be named a TED Fellow — a dream come true she credits in part to attending the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech.
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Article ItemAlumna investigates infectious diseases to save lives , article
Jennifer McQuiston, a deputy director at the CDC, often is on the front lines of infectious disease investigations. She will speak at a summit in Washington, D.C., for the Virginia Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine on Oct. 30.
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Article ItemVirginia Tech scientists to focus on diseases, bioterrorism at Virginia Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine summit , article
Virginia Tech leaders, scientists, and engineers will gather Oct. 29-30 to focus on challenges in emerging infections and preparedness for the 2017 Summit of the Virginia Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine.
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Article ItemVirginia Tech community launches crowdfunding campaign to prep high schoolers for STEM careers , article
Since launching in 2007, demand for Kids' Tech University has skyrocketed, and the program has expanded to serve thousands of kids throughout the commonwealth.
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Article ItemThe future of public health: Recent master of public health graduates take on new roles at Carilion , article
Sarah Wohlford and Kirsten Simpkins encourage current public health students to take advantage of the opportunities offered by the program to explore career choices.
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Article ItemVeterinary college names distinguished alumni award winners , article
The Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech has recognized two alumni with its Lifetime Achievement Award and Outstanding Recent Alumni Award.
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Article ItemFacebook COO Sheryl Sandberg to deliver 2017 Virginia Tech University Commencement address , article
Sandberg, author of the national bestseller "Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead," will be introduced by Regina E. Dugan, a Virginia Tech alumna and vice president of engineering and leader of Facebook's Building 8 hardware product development team, at the May 12 University Commencement ceremony.
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Article ItemVirginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine remembrance wall will honor charter class member Caroline Osborne , article
In one of her personal statements to medical school, Caroline described herself as a “quilt of many colors” because of all of her interests and strengths. During her third year of medical school she was diagnosed with aggressive melanoma.
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Article ItemVeterinary college names distinguished alumni award winners , article
The Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech has recognized Richard "Chip" Godine with its Lifetime Achievement Award and Megan Shepherd with its Outstanding Recent Alumni Award.
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Article ItemVirginia Tech Magazine explores the fight against cancer, remembers the late President Emeritus Paul Torgersen , article
The summer 2015 edition of Virginia Tech Magazine explores the university community's various roles in the fight against cancer; remembers the life and career of the late Paul Torgersen, Virginia Tech's president from 1994 through 2000; overviews campus construction projects to improve traffic flow; and examines a catapult-like device designed by the Virginia Tech chapter of the Society of American Military Engineers.
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Article ItemVirginia Tech Magazine surveys university's efforts to ensure food and water for a growing population , article
The fall 2014 edition of Virginia Tech Magazine examines Virginia Tech's efforts to provide food and fresh water for a growing population; the human-canine bond on campus; the entrepreneurial creative space offered by NuSpark; and the engineering, landscaping, and maintenance of the Duck Pond.
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Article ItemDr. John Rossmeisl honored with 2014 Zoetis Award for Research Excellence , article
Dr. John Rossmeisl of Blacksburg, Va., associate professor of neurology and neurosurgery at the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech, received the prestigious Zoetis Award for Research Excellence at the college's 25th Annual Research Symposium on Thursday, March 20.
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Article ItemAustin Larrowe, Ashley Francis named 2014-15 board of visitors student representatives , article
Graduate and undergraduate student representatives named by Board of Visitors
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Article ItemRachel Baum named 2013 Outstanding Graduating Student in the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine , article
Virginia Tech has named Rachel Baum of Gaithersburg, Md. (20878), as the Outstanding Graduating Student in the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine for the 2012-13 academic year.
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Article ItemDr. Katie Boes joins veterinary college as instructor of clinical pathology , article
Dr. Katie Boes joins veterinary college as instructor of clinical pathology
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