A Meaningful Tribute Brings New Light to the Large Animal Clinic Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on November 21, 2025

For years, visitors arriving at Michigan State University’s Large Animal Clinic—often anxious and uncertain—found themselves unsure of where to go, especially after dark. Now, thanks to a meaningful gift from Mary Jo and Dale Smith in memory of their daughter, alum Kelly Smith, a new sign will light the way for clients and their animals as they arrive at the clinic.

Revolutionizing Veterinary Care: How Ashley Womersley is Driving Compassionate, Tech-Driven Pet Health at Vetr Health Posted by Rachel Vigilante on November 04, 2025

Ashley Womersley (DVM ’12) is redefining veterinary care through Vetr Health—a Grand Rapids–based startup delivering in-home care to transform how veterinarians work and connect with patients.

MSU Treats Retired K9 Officer Facing Cancer Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on November 04, 2025

After years of service protecting others, retired K9 officer Kantor found care and compassion at the VMC during his battle with cancer.

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‘We Can Fix This:’ MSU Heals Dog from Gunshot Wounds Posted on November 13, 2023

When Huck sustained two gunshot wounds, he was taken to the MSU Veterinary Medical Center, where orthopedic surgeons got to work saving his leg.

Photo Blog: Alumni and Friends Reception at ACVP 2023 Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on November 02, 2023

See photos from the MSU CVM Reception at ACVP 2023.

Supporting the Humans of Vet Med: Q&A with Andi Davison Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on October 26, 2023

After loving the Veterinary Nursing Program at MSU and trying out both private practice and academia, Andi Davison (LVT ’06) felt it was time for something new. In her role at Flourish Veterinary Consulting, Davison offers veterinary professionals customized wellbeing programs.

Carrying the Torch: Kaneene Awarded for Contributions to Veterinary Epidemiology and Public Health Posted on October 25, 2023

Dr. John B. Kaneene was awarded the K. F. Meyer-James H. Steele Gold-headed Cane Award in Veterinary Epidemiology and Public Health. Here, he shares about his experience receiving the award, as well as his career accomplishments and the path to get there.