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Utah State University officially broke ground on May 31 for the new Veterinary Medical Education Building on the university’s main campus in Logan.

Dirk Vanderwall has officially been named as the inaugural dean of the Utah State University College of Veterinary Medicine. The appointment, which was announced by USU Provost and Chief Academic Officer Laurens H. Smith, will be in effect beginning July ...

Elvira Zaripova attended Utah State University from 2020 to 2022 as part of the WIMU Regional Program in Veterinary Medicine. Now she's almost ready to graduate from Washington State and preparing for an internship in Boston.

50 pictures that highlight the experiences of USU College of Veterinary Medicine students — both in and out of the classroom.

Dr. Kerry Rood and members of the ZEW Club recently made a house call to ensure one lucky class guinea pig received the care he needed.

Troisi and other simulated clients give students their first taste of the human side of veterinary medicine, and making the experience feel authentic is no small feat.

Dr. Cathleen Kovarik takes on a new role as Director of Admissions, bringing years of experience helping would-be veterinarians develop the skills they need to thrive.

Students in the College of Veterinary Medicine Class of 2027 arrived for a week of orientation in mid-August in preparation for the demanding four-year program they are starting to earn a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree.

Professor Dirk Vanderwall, interim dean of USU's College of Veterinary Medicine, is the Utah Veterinary Medical Association's 2023 Veterinarian of the Year.

Henry Clinger speaks about his experiences at USU and WSU in the WIMU Regional

Learn how Utah State University’s School of Veterinary Medicine was created as part of the WIMU program from the people who made it happen.

30 pictures that highlight the experiences of USU College of Veterinary Medicine students — both in and out of the classroom.

Utah State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine and the Utah Horseshoers Guild teamed up to host anatomist and farrier Paige Poss for a clinic on equine lower limb dissection. The event was the first of hopefully many aimed at sharing knowledge and...

David Frame discusses the challenges of raising chickens and what people need to know before purchasing a flock of their own.

Associate Professor Heloisa Rutigliano recently received a regional United States Department of Agriculture Excellence in Teaching Award. And as chair of the curriculum committee in Utah State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine and its newly appo...

Christine Qui attended Utah State University in 2019 before moving to Washington State in 2021 as part of the WIMU Regional Program in Veterinary Medicine. Now she's preparing to graduate and move to Salt Lake City for an emergency clinician mentorship pr...

Poultry specialist David Frame provides an update on the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) outbreak that has affected Utah and the rest of the country.

As part of its 2023 Best Cities to Walk Your Dog List, LawnStarter consulted experts including Utah State's own Allison Willoughby for advice on making the most of walking our canine companions.

Associate Professor Arnaud Van Wettere received the 2022 Mid-Career Educator Award from the American College of Veterinary Pathologists in a ceremony at the organization’s annual conference in Boston.

USU alumnus Isaac Bott works as a Utah County vet by day, but in his free time, he helps treat and artificially inseminate reindeer around the world, propping up the threatened species’ population.

Students in USU's College of Veterinary Medicine submitted photographs of their experience in the WIMU Regional Program. From paint night with friends to sheep embryo transfer surgery, these pictures capture many aspects of the journey to becoming a veter...

USU's College of Veterinary Medicine checks up on Santa's reindeer in this report from the student journalists at Aggie TV News.

Learn about how Utah State worked to keep students and faculty safe while still providing a hands-on veterinary medicine learning experience in this interview with Dirk Vanderwall, interim dean and professor in the College of Veterinary Medicine.

December abounds with holiday celebrations, and nothing can spoil good cheer like an emergency trip to the veterinary clinic. These tips can help keep your winter holiday season from becoming not-so-happy — for your pet and for you.

After going on hiatus in 2020, Reindeer Express will be back at Utah State University on Friday, Dec. 2. The event is organized by the College of Veterinary Medicine and aims to bring Christmas cheer while also educating the public on caring for animals....

Drs. David Frame and Shawn Zimmerman explain how fall bird migration is driving a renewed surge in avian influenza cases and what that means for producers and consumers.

Heloisa Rutigliano and Holly Clement were honored by the 2022 North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture at the organization's annual conference.

New insights into the trillions of microbes comprising the intestinal microbiome are, among other things, calling into question the use of antibiotics to treat diarrhea in canine and feline patients.

This year’s class of incoming veterinary medicine students at Utah State University were the first to experience the Aggie Wellness Experience (AWE), a multiday orientation program designed to foster the skills and community needed to thrive in vet school...

The Utah Farm Bureau Federation makes the case for why Utah State's College of Veterinary Medicine will be a boon to producers.

When graduate student Alexandra Wolberg needed to analyze an unusual Indigenous pouch without damaging it, the College of Veterinary Medicine had a unique opportunity to support one of Utah State University’s anthropologists.

The School of Veterinary Medicine's Class of 2022 selected Dr. Tom Baldwin for the Best Pre-Clinical Teaching Award. Baldwin is director of the Utah Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, a cooperative effort between USU and the Utah Department of Agriculture ...

Students in the School of Veterinary Medicine can look forward to a new face in front of the classroom this fall. Dr. Carmen Lau is a licensed veterinarian boarded in anatomic pathology with a PhD in biomedical sciences.

The new Utah State University College of Veterinary Medicine is officially USU’s ninth college after receiving required approvals from university and state higher education governing groups. Leading the new college as interim dean is Dirk Vanderwall.

Henry Clinger is the School of Veterinary Medicine’s 2024 class president, and after finishing his second year at Utah State University, he’s headed to Pullman, Washington to finish his education in the WIMU Regional Program with Washington State Universi...

Dr. Shawn Zimmerman explains the dangers of avian flu and what producers and pet owners alike can do to keep their animals safe as part of the monthly Doctor's Orders series.

Scyler Li’s journey to becoming a veterinarian began in China, and it’s continued through Singapore, Seattle, and now Utah State University’s School of Veterinary Medicine in Logan.

When Dr. Cynthia MacKenzie had an opportunity to work with thoroughbred horses at the prestigious Lane’s End Farm in Kentucky, she took it. As an equine practitioner, taking care of roughly 700 horses was a dream job, but assuming responsibility for the a...

Seven students sat in a conference room along with Dr. Kerry Rood, professor of veterinary medicine. However, this was not a class. The students talked among themselves, some about working with a bull at Utah State University’s South Farm facility, others...

In a presentation to Utah State University’s veterinary medicine students, Dr. Drew Allen spoke about his work abroad and with the Utah State Legislature and shared how other veterinarians can create similar opportunities for themselves.

Many people already know that chicks, ducklings and rabbits make for bad Easter presents. As adorable as they are, these animals are often returned or abandoned quickly when children lose interest in caring for them.

20 pictures that highlight the experiences of School of Veterinary Medicine students — both in and out of the classroom.

In January, Erin Keiser, a WIMU alumna from the Class of 2018, returned to Utah State along with her husband and business partner, Stith Keiser, to discuss how they achieved success in business and veterinary medicine through unconventional means

Suture patterns, aseptic techniques, and anesthesia aren’t skills that can be humanely learned on the job, so veterinary medicine students need to practice the fundamentals of their craft before working with live patients.

A four year college of veterinary medicine at Utah State will be launching the first school of its kind in the state of Utah, thanks to the state newly appropriating $18 million in annual funding.

20 pictures that highlight the experiences of School of Veterinary Medicine students — both in and out of the classroom.

Utah State University will create a new College of Veterinary Medicine following a commitment by the Utah Legislature to provide significant ongoing state funding for what will be the first school of its kind in the state.

Hiking trails are still covered in snow, but that doesn’t mean dogs and humans alike can’t enjoy them. Winter hikes offer dogs and humans a chance for exercise and contact with the natural world. However, ensuring your canine companion is safe and happy i...

The Veterinary Information Network (VIN) recently spoke with Dr. Dirk Vanderwall about Utah State University's proposal to open a four-year veterinary medicine college in 2024.

The path to becoming a veterinarian is challenging, but it also comes with memories that last a lifetime. Students in Utah State University's School of Veterinary Medicine submitted almost 150 photos chronicling all aspects of their experience in their fi...

The Utah Farm Bureau (UFB) selected USU’s proposal to develop a 4-year college of veterinary medicine as one of its three priority issues during the 2022 state legislative session.

It may have taken a pandemic to shed light on the importance of veterinary medicine. As more people worked from home or otherwise left the workforce as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak, there was an explosion in the adoption of companion animals.

KSL TV spoke with WIMU grad Dr. Lauren Michaud about how veterinary professionals are adapting to staff shortages in the wake of the COVID-19 omicron variant.

Winnie Mefford, a student who began the WIMU program at Utah State, shows her passion for animals and veterinary medicine through art at an exhibit at WSU's Animal Health Library. Read on to learn about her work and inspiration.

Maintaining mental health in a veterinary medicine program can be a challenge. On top of long hours, demanding courses, and school loans, the reality of working with animals in need of medical care often takes a heavy toll on students.