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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Beating Isolation: Student Organizations Take Advantage of an Online World Posted on March 16, 2021 The creative thinkers of the College’s student body have not only found creative ways to continue business during remote learning, they’ve even found ways to make the “new normal” work in their favor.
Spartan Veterinarians Assisting in the COVID-19 Vaccination Response Posted on March 12, 2021

More than 100 APHIS employees including 5 Spartan veterinarians have deployed to Las Vegas, where they spend 8-12 hours per day, 5 to 6 days per week, to help administer thousands of vaccines.

We Need More Cow Vets: New MSU Scholarship Supports Bovine Medicine, Dairy Industry Posted on March 11, 2021

Gary and Carolyn Trimner donated $50,000 toward scholarships to support veterinary medicine students who participate in the College's Food Systems Fellowship Program.

Alumni Feature: Dr. Tracie E. Bunton Posted on February 26, 2021

In celebration of Black History Month, the College features Dr. Tracie E. Bunton, who was the College’s first Black female veterinary graduate.