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. Nathaniel Lam Posted on May 26, 2021

In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, the College features alumnus Nathaniel Lam, DVM, DACVS (SA).

MSU Large Animal Veterinarians Make Rare Diagnosis, Help Pig Breathe Normally Again Posted by Ashley VanderBroek on May 17, 2021

Peter, a 5-year-old Potbelly pig barrow, was presented to the MSU Large Animal Surgery Service in September of 2020 for acute respiratory distress due to a large laryngeal mass.

Spartans Will Develop a Novel Approach to Treating Chronic Rhinitis in Felines Posted by Stephan Carey, Leanne Magestro on May 13, 2021

Dumbledore is a 10-year-old neutered male Oriental Shorthair who was presented to the Michigan State University Radiation Oncology Service in January of 2020 for evaluation of anisocoria.

Graduation 2021: DVM and Veterinary Nursing Grads Share Memories, Advice Posted on May 05, 2021 We spoke with three 2021 graduates of the Veterinary Nursing and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Programs about what lies behind them and what is yet to come.