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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Alumni Feature: Dr. Katie Davis Mauro Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on July 11, 2022

Dr. Katie Davis Mauro (DVM '14) recently returned to MSU, her alma mater, to join the faculty as an assistant professor of Emergency and Critical Care, Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences. Learn about her career, her passion for extracorporeal therapy, and her favorite way to celebrate being a Spartan!

'Overjoyed:' Spartans Give Man’s Best Friend the Gift of More Time Posted on July 07, 2022

When asked what Ron loves most about Annie, he comments: her special spirit. When asked how he feels about getting more time with her, he responds: overjoyed.

Comet at the Vet: Sharing Veterinary Medicine with Kids Posted on June 24, 2022

You’re a middle-school student faced with an animal patient: Comet, a ten-year-old Bichon Frise whose leg appears injured after a jump from a bunk bed. What do you do?

CVM Award Winner Kelli Keith on her Winding Career Path and Passion for Mentorship Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on June 10, 2022

The winner of the 2022 CVM Distinguished Veterinary Technology Alumni Award talks about the steps she's taken to get where she is today.