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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One Health, Many Lives: MSU Leads the Way in Comparative Oncology Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on June 09, 2025

Dr. Kurt Zinn is leading a pioneering project that uses shared imaging agents to detect bladder cancer in both humans and dogs—an innovative example of the One Health approach.

Feline Fine: MSU Vets Feline Club Offers Wellbeing and Skill-Building Posted on May 27, 2025

MSU Feline Club held a cat-themed movie event to allow members time to unwind as well as practice their physical exam skills on friendly feline patients at the Constellation Cat Cafe.

Kitten Heals Heart (Literally), Finds Forever Home at MSU Posted on May 14, 2025

A foster kitten in search of a home found just that at the MSU Veterinary Medical Center when undergoing surgical repair for a heart defect.

Making Waves: Q&A with Commencement Speaker Dr. Ian Moore Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on May 09, 2025

With firsthand knowledge from the frontlines of biomedical research, this year’s commencement speaker brought a unique perspective shaped by his distinguished career in veterinary pathology.