Appa Earns His Blazer: Meet MSU College of Veterinary Medicine's Newly Certified Facility Dog Posted by Donté Smith on March 17, 2026

He brings out smiles in the hallways, draws students out of their study rooms, and collects pets like currency. Appa, the MSU College of Veterinary Medicine's facility dog, has officially earned his certification and his place in the heart of this community.

Mazunte Project Brings Students and Service to Mexico for 25 Years Posted on March 11, 2026

In 2026, a hearty handful of Spartans journeyed to Oaxaca, Mexico for the Mazunte Project, marking a quarter century of the program.

Bridging the Gap: How the IRONDOG Fund Provides Safety Nets for Pets like Jake Posted by Donté Smith on February 26, 2026

When a severe injury left Jake the dog in need of emergency care, his owner Sandy Martens looked to the MSU Veterinary Medical Center for help. Discover how the compassionate medical team and the IRONDOG Fund provided the support this family needed to find hope in a moment of crisis.

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Pet Talk | A new treatment for broken bones Posted on November 21, 2019

Dr. Danielle Marturello, a clinical assistant professor of orthopedic surgery, brought an innovative option for fracture repair with her when she recently joined the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine faculty.

Give Green Day Profile: Kyra Heirich Posted on November 15, 2019
Ahmed Named OISS Student of the Month Posted on November 15, 2019

Graduate student Husnain Ahmed has been named the Office of International Students and Scholars' Student of the Month. Read about his educational journey, advice for other students, and career plans.

Thyroid Disfunction is a Panda-Emic? Not if This MSU DVM Student Can Help it Posted on November 14, 2019

Bridget Walker, DVM Class of 2021, spent most of her summer at the zoo—Potter Park Zoo and Binder Park Zoo. She performed physical exams, ran clinical tests, and conducted research on some of the world's coolest critters.