Mini Horses, Major Impact: Service Animals Receive Free Eye Exams at MSU Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on May 22, 2026

The Veterinary Medical Center recently welcomed ten miniature service horses as part of a nationwide event providing free eye exams for working animals.

Redefining the Model of Veterinary Care: Q&A with Commencement Speaker Dr. K.C. Van Fleet Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on May 12, 2026

2026 commencement speaker K.C. Van Fleet (DVM '17) reflects on building his specialty care practice, rethinking traditional veterinary care, and the lessons from MSU that continue to shape his approach to medicine, leadership, and team culture.

From Summer Program to Commencement: Three Spartans Complete the Journey They Started Together Posted by Donté Smith on May 07, 2026

Travis Boling, Bria Kilgore, and Carrie Kosiba came to MSU’s College of Veterinary Medicine through the same door. On May 8, they walk out together.

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‘A Little Prince:’ Surgical Implants Help Colt Recover from Leg Fracture Posted on October 25, 2023

Thanks to advancements in equine orthopedic surgery, fractures that once would have been considered end-of-the-road are not always so dire. Here’s how Spartan veterinarians helped Percy return to full function after a broken leg.

Case study: A broken leg is not always the end for horses Posted on October 20, 2023

Percy, a 3-month-old American Paint Horse colt, was presented to the Large Animal Emergency Service at the MSU Veterinary Medical Center with his mare for severe, acute left forelimb lameness. Here's how a Spartan surgeon addressed his injury.

Fueled by Love: Philanthropist of the Year Facilitates Scholarships and Hospital Renovations Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on October 05, 2023

Meet the 2023 Philanthropist of the Year, Nancy Brookins, an animal lover who established two endowed scholarships and gave generously to the recent Hospital renovation.

Alum Dr. Bruce Francke Donates Animal Paintings to AVMA Charity Auction Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on September 26, 2023

At this year’s AVMA Convention, Bruce Francke (DVM ’91) turned his love for painting into a contribution to The Street Dog Coalition.