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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Spartan Researcher Leads Public Health Outreach in Pakistan Posted on May 04, 2021 Of the many lessons reinforced during 2020 and 2021, the idea that animal and human health are interconnected has sat at the forefront of many public health discussions.
Advocates and Ambassadors: BRUSH Program Looks Ahead to Shifting Norms, Expanding Knowledge Posted on April 22, 2021 A recent funding renewal for a key summer program will grant students firsthand experience with research—especially those belonging to populations that are underrepresented in the sciences.
A Little MSU Magic: Palliative Radiation Therapy for Nanny, the Unicorn Rabbit Posted on April 22, 2021

Nanny was a 4-year-old mixed-breed rabbit, most known for her “unicorn” appearance who was presented to the MSU Radiation Oncology Service for palliative radiation therapy of a suspect thymoma.

Celebrating Women's History Month with Dr. Gretchen Flo Posted on March 31, 2021

March is Women's History Month, and our College's history would be incomplete without Dr. Gretchen Flo, one of the first women in veterinary orthopedic surgery.