Rain doesn’t deter Spartan equine vets in Mexico Posted on February 18, 2026

Each January, a group including Spartans from the MSU College of Veterinary Medicine journeys to Mexico to serve working horses, donkeys, and mules in need of veterinary care. This experience, the Equine Welfare in Practice program, gives students hands-on experience with sterilizations, dental care, hoof care, and more, while also providing tangible benefits to communities that rely on these equids.

One Health in Action: How Veterinary Research Is Transforming Liver Surgery Posted on February 10, 2026

Inside an MSU veterinary lab, scientists are rethinking liver surgery, developing research that could expand treatment options for patients once considered too high-risk.

Charm, Conviction, and Change: The Lasting Legacy of Dean John Welser Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on February 05, 2026

In remembrance of former Dean John Welser, the College honors a leader whose vision and advocacy remain evident in the work carried forward today.

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Spartan Innovation, Orthopedic Excellence Save Dog’s Leg Posted on December 07, 2023

After Hana the dog suffered dramatic injuries from a car collision, a chain of mentorship led her to orthopedic expertise at Michigan State University—more than 600 miles away from her home. Thanks to two Spartan-patented surgical innovations, Hana made a previously unthinkable recovery.

Serving Communities: Q&A with Dr. Dwayne Jarman Posted on November 28, 2023

For Native American Heritage Month, Dwayne Jarman (DVM '00 & MPH '02) spoke with the College of Veterinary Medicine on his experience as an Anishinaabe alum of the College and as a public health officer and veterinarian.

Bringing One Health to Life in the Classroom: Course Series Gets a Refresh Posted on November 21, 2023

In 2018, when the College updated its curriculum, One Health was explicitly included as a subject of study. One Health classes were developed to round out the students’ learning. Now it’s getting an update that is as collaborative and multi-disciplinary as One Health itself.

Hispanic Heritage Month: A College Retrospective Posted on November 17, 2023

September 15-October 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month. Among the festivities at the College was a speaker event on the impact of Latinx Americans on agriculture and veterinary medicine. Separately, MSU LVMA board members discussed Latinx identity in veterinary medicine.