JAVMA news
Painted skulls in anatomy class
Instructor Ashley Lynch got the idea to paint each bone a different color
JAVMA news
One of a kind
In 1970, after two decades of teaching veterinary anatomy at Cornell University, Dr. Howard E. Evans was made an honorary AVMA member.
JAVMA news
Obituary: Alexander de Lahunta, veterinary neurologist, dies at 88
Along with being dedicated to teaching, the professor was a pioneer in veterinary neurology.
JAVMA news
Veterinary faculty noted for their exceptional teaching, outreach
The Student AVMA House of Delegates presented awards during its annual session March 17-19 at Iowa State University.
AVMA news
SAVMA president leads with attitude of gratitude
Summary: Tara Fellows Barron was installed as the 2024-25 president of the Student AVMA (SAVMA) during the 2024 SAVMA Symposium, held March 14-17.…
policy
Surgical procedures for nonveterinary students
AVMA does not advocate for the instruction of nonveterinary students in surgical procedures.
Veterinary training
When asked what a veterinarian does, most people will answer that veterinarians are doctors for animals. However, many people don't know how true that…
JAVMA news
Texas A&M obtains historical veterinary books
The Texas A&M University Libraries have acquired a collection of rare books about treating animals and animal care, with some of the books nearly 500…
AVMA news
Visual veterinary science communication
Three medical illustrators talk about their career paths and how an illustrator cannot be truly effective scientifically and medically without…
JAVMA news
LMU models itself on the best
The word “innovation” comes up a lot when faculty and staff talk about Lincoln Memorial University College of Veterinary Medicine.
AVMA news
Connecting the art and science behind veterinary illustrations
Medical illustrators aim to increase the quantity and quality of visual education materials for veterinarians, but there can be challenges, including…
JAVMA news
Foundation announces recipients of new research grants
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation recently announced the recipients of new research grants in pharmacology and pain management in dogs.
JAVMA news
What is the role of animals in veterinary education?
The “Use of Animals in Education” symposium at the annual conference of the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges focused on the role of…
AVMA news
More than a pretty picture: Perspectives on veterinary illustration
Medical illustration in veterinary sciences combines advanced education in science and art. AVMA News interviewed four experts about this unique…
JAVMA news
Dean of WSU veterinary college to step down
The dean of Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Bryan Slinker (WSU '80), will step down at the end of 2019.
JAVMA news
Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges
Nearly 300 people gathered in Washington, D.C. for the AAVMC Annual Conference and Iverson Bell Symposium.
JAVMA news
Campus tours
Two veterinary colleges in the process of receiving accreditation by the AVMA Council on Education are working to build competency-based curricula and…
JAVMA news
A 'model' of curriculum integration
About five years ago, the entire faculty at Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine met to draft an educational plan that would include the key…
JAVMA news
Students learn the ropes at World Equestrian Games
Externships, symposium part of AAEP's involvement in the event
JAVMA news
Greetings from St. Kitts
Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in St. Kitts, West Indies, would have you know that there's more to the school than the idyllic scenery.
JAVMA news
Veterinary Medical Database adopts SNOMED
Veterinary colleges and organizations in the United States are familiar with SNOMED Reference Terminology
JAVMA news
Kids try on veterinary medicine for size
Banfield, The Pet Hospital's, FutureVet program has moved from the classroom to the museum.
JAVMA news
Art and veterinary medicine at the crossroads
Art and veterinary medicine at the crossroads Veterinarian uses artistic skills to better the profession In…
JAVMA news
Vet Set Go guides aspiring veterinarians
Vet Set Go, created by Dr. Christopher Carpenter (Auburn ’89), provides information for tweens and teens to feed their interest in animals by opening…
JAVMA news
Even SAVMA Symposium is bigger in Texas
Some 1,700 veterinary students from across the United States and Canada gathered for the 36th annual Student AVMA Educational