Generosity, Guidance, and Growth: Pete and Sharon VanVranken Named 2025 CVM Philanthropists of the Year Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on October 09, 2025

Through their generosity, the VanVrankens have shaped spaces, supported students, and strengthened the veterinary community at MSU.

From Campus to the Capital: Students Make Their Voices Heard at AVMA Legislative Fly-In Posted on September 30, 2025

Four MSU DVM students took their advocacy skills to Washington, D.C., meeting with lawmakers to champion veterinary issues at the AVMA Legislative Fly-In.

MSU Researcher Investigates Glaucoma Risk in Shiba Inu Dogs Posted on September 09, 2025

Dr. Keiko Miyadera is investigating gene markers of glaucoma in Shiba Inu dogs, which could eventually lead to a simple DNA test for the painful blinding disease.

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Peer Mentorship Supports Veterinary Students and Grows Friendships Posted on March 13, 2025

Starting veterinary school can be just as daunting as applying or acing pre-veterinary coursework. Sometimes, all someone needs to make the leap into their first year of a veterinary program is a little support and guidance from someone who gets it.

MSU IRONDOG Fund Helps Pets in Need Posted on March 12, 2025

Accidents happen, and they often lead to unexpected medical and surgical care that can cause great financial stress to pet owners. Thankfully, the IRONDOG Fund helps offset some of that financial burden.

MSU Mentorship Fuels Career of Innovation and Education for Alum Kristin Welch Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on March 11, 2025

Learn how mentorship at MSU helped shape Dr. Kristin Welch’s career in emergency and critical care, leading her to expand access to specialty veterinary services and mentor the next generation of veterinarians.


Veterinary Students Look Ahead to First Day of Clinical Education Posted on February 27, 2025

After the White Coat ceremony, which symbolizes students' transition into clinical education, DVM and Veterinary Nursing students share what they are most looking forward to as they begin clerkships.