Congratulations to our summer graduates
The college boasts several new recipients of advanced degrees, which were conferred Aug. 9-10 during UF commencement exercises. This year, we had four Ph.D. recipients, two traditional master’s degree recipients and 15 distance-education master’s degree graduates for summer term.
Our new graduates in their respective categories include:
Ph.D.:
- Edwin Arauz, mentored by Dr. Steve Roberts
- Minghao Gong, mentored by Dr. Mansour Mohamadzadeh
- Johanny Perez Baez, mentored by Dr. Klibs Galvao
- Maria Von Chamier, mentored by Dr. Mary Brown
Master of Science, thesis-based:
- Eduardo Oliveira, mentored by Dr. Klibs Galvao
- Odinei Marques, mentored by Rafael Bisinotto
Master of Science, distance-education/three categories:
l) Shelter Medicine
- Michaela Oglesby
- Kimberly Carter
- Alexa Bravo
2) Veterinary Forensic Sciences
- Ashley Alger
- Jennifer Betz
- Victoria Lear
- Heather LeBlanc
- Gabrielle Perez
- Meghan Porter
- Bryanna Smith
- Claire Towle
- Shannon Wells
- Patricia Zinna
3) Forensic Toxicology
- Roberta Bergamaschi
- Brianna Vonnahme
College faculty who acted as Marshalls at the graduate student commencement on Aug. 9 and Aug. 10, respectively, included Drs. Ali Morton, Carlos Souza, Federico Grosso, Amandine Lejeune, Natalie Isaza, Amy Stone, Erin Porter and Dunbar Gram.
July-August 2019
We’ve been trapping and sterilizing stray cats for decades. Does it work?
A new study suggests that over time, trap-neuter-return programs that reach 75 percent of free-roaming cat populations reduce numbers and save lives.
Milner receives UF Research Foundation Professorship
Dr. Rowan Milner has received a 2019 UF Research Foundation Professorship to further his work in clinical and translational research.
Student clerkship at Miami-Dade shelter deemed highly successful
Miami-Dade County recently extended an agreement that allows UF veterinary students unique training at the area animal shelter.
Researcher elected to national leadership group
Dr. David Pascual is now a member of the American Academy of Microbiology.
Gator Vet Camp offers veterinary medical career insights to diverse group
High-school students interested in veterinary medicine obtain unique insights through week-long program.
Researchers: Thin, silver nanowires may hold key to flexible and safe touchscreens
UF researchers, part of a group of scientists studying risk associated with next-generation computer technology, reported findings that may lead to safer touchscreens.
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