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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Phi Zeta Research Day: Keynote Speaker Q&A Posted on June 15, 2023

Dr. Steven Friedenberg will give the keynote presentation at the College of Veterinary Medicine's Phi Zeta Research Day on Friday, August 11.

Educate, Inspire, and Motivate: Q&A with Dr. Michael J. Blackwell Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on June 12, 2023

Dr. Michael J. Blackwell, our 2023 commencement speaker, answers questions about his time in veterinary school, his career, and how he approached his address to the Class of 2023.

Talking Complementary Programs with DVM & Food Safety Dual Degree Student Posted on June 07, 2023 Monika Dziuba, is graduating Michigan State University with a DVM and a Master of Science in Food Safety degree. She tackled both programs simultaneously and found that they bolstered each other.
Pup Patient Returns to MSU as Therapy Dog for Students Posted on June 05, 2023 A daisy dog returns to MSU College of Veterinary Medicine as a therapy dog as part of her recovery, four years after the Veterinary Medical Center saved her life.