Around the college
Dr. Chantel Nelson holds up her new D.V.M. diploma, while her friend shows his enthusiasm for her accomplishment. (Photo by Sarah Carey)
Jordan Lopez, a member of the Class of 2022, with her mentor, Dr. Owen Rae, following the Sophomore Professional Coating Ceremony on May 10. The ceremony marks the completion of the second year of veterinary school, and the students’ transition into clinical rotations. (Photo by Sarah Carey)
Dr. Jim Lloyd, who retired from the college in May after serving as dean for nearly six years, prepares to open one of several gifts of appreciation he was presented with during a reception held May 6 to honor him. At left is Dr. Jack Payne, senior vice president for agriculture and natural resources, UF/IFAS, and Dr. Tom Vickroy, interim dean. (Photo by Sarah Carey)
May-June 2019
Bring it on: UF VETS team rolls out new 44-foot disaster response vehicle
The UF VETS disaster response team has a new 44-foot vehicle, funded through a grant from the Banfield Foundation and PetSmart Charities.
Nearly 70 dogs receive free eye and heart screenings at UF as part of national event
Nearly 70 dogs received free eye and heart screenings at UF’s Small Animal Hospital May 3 as part of a national event sponsored by ACVO-StokesRx.
College announces 2019 Distinguished Award winners
The college honored its 2019 Distinguished Award winners during commencement at UF’s Phillips Center on May 25.
CVM students chosen for European exchange program
Two UF veterinary students will have research projects in Europe this summer through the Boehringer Ingleheim Veterinary Scholars Program.
Phi Zeta Day highlights best in science at UFCVM
Phi Zeta Research Day activities showcased a variety of scientific projects.
Longtime former faculty member, bovine specialist, Dr. Ken Braun, passes away
Dr. Ken Braun, a food animal medicine specialist and former CVM administrator, has passed away.
National search underway for new UFCVM dean
A national search is underway for the UFCVM’s next dean.
...also in this issue
People
- CVM students chosen for European exchange program
- Longtime former faculty member, bovine specialist, Dr. Ken Braun, passes away
News
- Bring it on: UF VETS team rolls out new 44-foot disaster response vehicle
- In the news
- College announces 2019 Distinguished Award winners
- National search underway for new UFCVM dean
