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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A Dog’s Life: Summer, the Hip Dysplastic Golden Retriever Posted on August 31, 2018

Summer Heitzman is a 10-year-old spayed female Golden Retriever that began working with the MSU Veterinary Medical Center’s Rehabilitation Service at the Dr. Elwood and Linda Collins Rehab Center, in January 2014.

Expanding Opportunities: Veterinarians and Veal Posted on August 30, 2018

Susannah Haupt shares about the veal industry and her summer fellowship.

Cervidae: Deer, Elk, and Moose Posted on August 28, 2018

Stefany Gomez shares her Food Systems Fellowship experience working with MDARD's Animal Industry Division, Cervid Department.

Four DVM Students Selected for 2019 Mazunte Externship Posted on August 27, 2018

DVM class of 2020 students, Pedro Soto-Elias and Allyson Tucker, and DVM class of 2019 students, Jill Grogan and Jamie Welker, were selected to travel to Oaxaca, Mexico for participation in the 2019 Mazunte Project.