Redefining the Model of Veterinary Care: Q&A with Commencement Speaker Dr. K.C. Van Fleet Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on May 12, 2026

2026 commencement speaker K.C. Van Fleet (DVM '17) reflects on building his specialty care practice, rethinking traditional veterinary care, and the lessons from MSU that continue to shape his approach to medicine, leadership, and team culture.

From Summer Program to Commencement: Three Spartans Complete the Journey They Started Together Posted by Donté Smith on May 07, 2026

Travis Boling, Bria Kilgore, and Carrie Kosiba came to MSU’s College of Veterinary Medicine through the same door. On May 8, they walk out together.

Alumni Feature: Dr. Victor Cortese Talks his Career in Cattle Health Posted by Kelsie Donaldson on May 01, 2026

From early days on a Michigan farm to a global career in cattle health and co-authoring a leading textbook on bovine immunology, Victor Cortese (DVM '80) reflects on the path that shaped his work and the lessons he’s carried along the way.

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Research and Teaching Grounded in Real-World Applicability Posted on October 09, 2018

Dr. Jane Manfredi shares about her research on metabolic syndrome and other activities at the College.

Potter Park Penguins Visit MSU Posted on October 08, 2018

Five Megallanic penguins from Potter Park Zoo in Lansing, Michigan, travelled to the MSU Veterinary Medical Center for their routine health screenings.

Interview with Dr. Chris Contag Posted on October 02, 2018

Dr. Chris Contag, director of MSU IQ, shares his vision for the University and his thoughts on Phi Zeta Research Day.

Behavior Service Changes Dog's Life Posted on September 21, 2018

Eastwood, adopted from a rescue in May 2017, displayed aggressive and impulse control-related behaviors prior to visiting Dr. Marie Hopfensperger, behavioral specialist for the Hospital's Behavior Service.