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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Working for the USDA: A Student's Internship Experience Posted on March 20, 2019

Jonathan Teeple, DVM Class of 2020, reflects on his time working with the United States Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service.

To Mexico and Beyond: MSU DVM Students Learn, Discover, Heal, and Protect, Part One Posted on March 18, 2019

Jill Grogan, DVM Class of 2019, recalls her time with the Mazunte Project in Oaxaca, Mexico, earlier this year.

24/7/365: A Day at the Veterinary Trauma Center Posted on March 15, 2019

Those who work at the MSU Emergency and Critical Care Medicine Service don’t have the luxury of preparing for what kind of case is going to come through the door. The only thing they know for sure is their days are going to be unpredictable.

Voyage to Veracruz: MSU Equine Welfare in Practice Clerkship Posted on March 13, 2019

MSU DVM students and large animal faculty tell the story of their journey to Veracruz, Mexico, for the Equine Welfare in Practice clerkship.