We aim to deliver innovative education that fosters success of our students, alumni, and community.

1.1: Advance the innovative curriculum and design educational programs that prepare students for career success.

1.2: Purposefully integrate team-based, inter-professional education and training across College programs.

1.3: Cultivate and recognize excellence and innovation in teaching.

1.4: Provide high-value, lifelong educational programs to members of the veterinary community, animal industry representatives, and alumni.

Strategy Champions:

1.1: Donna Harris and Sarah Shull

1.2: Taylor Epp and Steve Carey

1.3: Annette O’Connor and Karen Perry

1.4: Àngel Abuelo and Courtney Chapin

We aim to advance research that has an impact.

2.1: Strengthen research experiential opportunities for clinician-scientists, trainees, and students.

2.2: Cultivate innovative, multidisciplinary research collaborations across the College, MSU, and with external partners.

2.3: Further strengthen the research infrastructure and resources.

2.4: Foster a research environment that accelerates innovation and excellence.

2.5: Actively promote the College’s research, outreach, impact, and accomplishments.

Strategy Champions:

2.1: Adam Moeser and Vilma Yuzbasiyan-Gurkan

2.2: Linda Mansfield

2.3: Peggy Petroff and Colleen Hegg

2.4: Kurt Zinn and Loïc Déjardin

2.5: Chelsea Yob and Justin Zyskowski

We aim to be the premier destination for veterinary expertise, relevant, responsive service, and outreach.

3.1: Promote programs that drive collaborative multidisciplinary care, innovative clinical research teams, and outstanding education and training.

3.2: Provide exceptional, responsive, patient- and client-centered service.

3.3: Position the College, Veterinary Medical Center, and Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory as regional, national, and global resources.

3.4: Expand outreach and extension efforts with veterinarians and the community.

3.5: Ensure ongoing financial sustainability of the Veterinary Medical Center and Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory.

Strategy Champions:

3.1: Chris Pirie and Amy Munsterman

3.2: Bari Olivier, Kimberly Dodd, Rob Fowkes, and Kelley Meyers

3.3: Bari Olivier, Kimberly Dodd, Rob Fowkes, and Kelley Meyers

3.4: John Buchweitz and Pam Ruegg

3.5: Keith Hayes and Ronda Decker

We aim to recruit, retain, and develop outstanding, diverse talent.

4.1: Be the destination for outstanding faculty, staff, and students.

4.2: Expand diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the College of Veterinary Medicine.

4.3: Strengthen mentoring and career development opportunities for all.

Strategy Champions:

4.1: Leanne Kroll and Kristen Lare

4.2: Raquel Mueller

4.3: Susan Ewart, Sarah Machniak, and Lisa Kelley

We aim to cultivate a healthy, respectful, and inclusive community, enabling all to thrive.

5.1: Establish an organizational culture that fosters teamwork and values the contributions of all.

5.2: Promote respectful communication and collaboration across the College, Veterinary Medical Center, and Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory.

5.3: Advance well-being by nurturing work-life integration.

Strategy Champions:

5.1 Hilda Mejia Abreu and Amanda Leatherberry

5.2 Allison Hammerly and Gary Foltz

5.3 Chuck Folino and Cynthia Lucidi

We aim to optimize performance through resources and efficiencies that provide a new way forward for innovative big ideas

6.1: Secure sustainable resources and infrastructure for the future.

6.2: Ensure efficient processes through a culture of continuous improvement.

Strategy Champions:

6.1: Eric Langdon, Sean Yancey, and Keith Hayes

6.2: Kellen Reason and Annette O’Connor