What do Spiderman, Iron Man, Wonder Woman, and the Veterinary Student all have in common? They are all heroes. Ever since I was a child, I have dreamt of becoming a superhero. I pictured myself… Read More >
By: Lauren Vincent, Class of 2023 Milkweed is a native Illinois perennial plant that serves a unique role in our backyard ecosystems and across the country. This plant is the only host for Monarch butterflies… Read More >
As students prepare for the second half of this spring semester, the Wildlife Medical Clinic is undergoing some big personnel changes. Third year students are moving onto their 4th (and final) year of the veterinary medicine curriculum and… Read More >
It can be easy to take our local wildlife for granted and have them blend into the scenery of our everyday lives. At the Wildlife Medical Clinic, we’re thankful we get to work with wildlife… Read More >
To our many followers: As we prioritize the well-being of our students and other volunteers during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Wildlife Medical Clinic has suddenly gone from having 150 people working to care for our… Read More >
Traveling the world has been a dream of mine, just like becoming a veterinarian. What better way to experience the world’s amazing wonders and furthering my education to become a better future veterinarian than having… Read More >
A new year is a great time to make a positive difference in your everyday life. If you’re looking to make a change that benefits you AND the environment, consider these 5 ways to be… Read More >
Haven’t finished all of your holiday shopping yet? There are a ton of fun and thoughtful conservation themed gifts that you can give this season! Here are just a few ideas for gifts that will… Read More >
Did you know that an estimated 6 million real Christmas trees are discarded every year? This iconic holiday decoration can take quite a few years to decompose in the landfill, releasing methane in the process…. Read More >
By Kathleen Rafferty, College of Veterinary Medicine Class of 2021 It’s November, and the holiday season is right around the corner. There are many things you can do to make your ecological footprint smaller this… Read More >
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