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Construction of a new clinical techniques and simulation learning center, along with expanded research space, began in December with the building of two additional floors in the Veterinary Academic Building. The space additions will facilitate better student technical learning opportunities and will help accommodate additional research space needs as the result of hires associated with UF’s preeminence initiative. Stay tuned for further updates. (Photo by Sarah Carey)

The college was recently contacted by the state veterinarian’s office in the Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services and asked to assist in preparing the state in the event of an Ebola outbreak where an animal or animals might need to be quarantined along with their owner, as happened recently in Texas. In this photo, taken in December, Drs. Cynda Crawford, Amandine Lejeune, Julie Levy and Matt Johnson, some of our faculty volunteers, are shown in biohazard suits during a meeting with state officials where plans were reviewed, along with proper donning and doffing of the emergency gear. (Photo courtesy of John Haven)

Students study in a “ball pit” after the pit was moved to the college’s education center following an event held for freshmen students on Dec. 16. The “wellness” oriented event, sponsored by Zoetis and the Office for Students and Instruction, built on concepts discussed during the First-Year Leadership Experience, such as managing stress by staying positive, eating healthy, and taking care of yourself. (Photo courtesy of the Office for Students and Instruction)

Members of the Louisiana State University’s pre-veterinary club visited the college for a day filled with information about admissions, tours and hands-on educational demonstrations. (Photo courtesy of Brandi Phillips)