Michigan Animal Sanctuary Finds a Lifeline in the MSU College of Veterinary Medicine Posted on June 08, 2026

When rescued animals at Abraham Ranch face critical medical crises, the College stands ready to deliver high-level emergency care. Read how this unique community relationship is saving lives and giving veterinary students hands-on experience in farm animal medicine.

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.

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Making History: Q&A with Alum Dr. Fred J. Born Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on February 27, 2023

Since graduating, Fred J. Born (DVM ’62) has had a long and successful career in veterinary medicine. In this alum feature, Born talks about publishing his veterinary textbooks, serving as a museum director, and his passion for veterinary medical illustrating.

Clerkship Journals: Equine Welfare in Practice Posted on February 27, 2023

Clerkship students traveled around Mexico treating equids and growing their clinical skills through daily practice. The students had the opportunity to work in partnership with Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) and Universidad Veracruzana (UV). They shared their experiences with unique patients, rare conditions, and singular procedure conditions that are difficult to replicate in a hospital setting.

Continuing Her Legacy: The Tracy Anne Hammer Memorial Fellowship Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on February 20, 2023

Tracy Anne Hammer was the College's first DVM/PhD dual-degree student. Now, the scholarship in her honor supports other ambitious students working toward a DVM and PhD simultaneously.

Listen: Veterinary Vertex with Dr. Jane Manfredi Posted on February 01, 2023

Dr. Jane Manfredi shares about her recent manuscripts published with Dr. Sarah Jacob. Learn more about the crossover between endocrine disorders in humans and horses, common misconceptions about endocrinopathies, and what veterinarians need to know about endocrine disorders in the equine athlete, plus Manfredi’s inspiration, career path, and perspective on One Health.