The annual Research Day celebration at the College of Veterinary Medicine took place on April 19. Dr. Annette McCoy, associate professor of equine surgery, coordinated the event and served as master of ceremonies. She noted,… Read More >
Dr. Becky Smith is an associate professor who began working at the college in 2014. When did you begin working at the College of Veterinary Medicine?I joined the college in 2014, as an assistant professor…. Read More >
Kim Byrne, pictured above with dog, Rio, is the practice manager at Veterinary Medicine South Clinic. When did you begin working at the College of Veterinary Medicine?I will be starting my 19th year at Vet… Read More >
In March Dr. Tara Donovan was named the 2023 Swine Practitioner of the Year at the annual meeting of the American Association of Swine Veterinarians (AASV). Dr. Donovan served as AASV president in 2012 and… Read More >
By Crystal Munguia Nearly 1,000 people—including 750 veterinary students plus speakers, exhibitors from 73 organizations, and AVMA representatives—came to Urbana for the 2023 symposium of the Student American Veterinary Medical Association in March. The event… Read More >
Dr. Canaan Shores pictured above with dog, Gabbie, began as an instructor and service head for Urgent and Convenient Care in August of 2022. When did you begin working at the College of Veterinary Medicine?I… Read More >
March was an action-packed month for Illinois veterinary students. They hosted the international symposium of the Student American Veterinary Medical Association (SAVMA) from March 16 to 19. More than 900 registrants participated in opportunities to… Read More >
Hunting occurs worldwide for purposes of food acquisition, control of wildlife populations, elimination of pest animals, and sport. Working-level hunting breed dogs are intense, high-drive dogs that will work despite severe illness or pain. Their… Read More >
Dr. Topulos is a clinical assistant professor in the small animal surgery service. Tell us about your background. I was born and raised just outside of Boston, Mass. (So, yes, I am a die-hard Red… Read More >
Dr. Mary Laws, pictured above with dogs Phillie (left) and Henri (right), began as a research coordinator in 2020. When did you begin working at the College of Veterinary Medicine?I originally began working at the… Read More >
