The Zoo, Wildlife, and Exotic Animal Medicine club hosted its first annual symposium on October 16-17 entitled “Medicine and Management of Non-Traditional Species.” The symposium was envisioned, planned, and created by students with the support of faculty mentor, Dr. Rob Bildfell. The schedule counted for a total of 12.5 hours of continuing education. A total […]
Archive for October, 2010
Zoo, Wildlife and Exotic Animal Medicine club symposium
Tuesday, October 26th, 2010Blood drive a success
Tuesday, October 26th, 2010Thank you so much for the Oregon State University College of Veterinary Medicine blood drive on Friday, October 22. Up to three people may be able to receive help from each of the 36 pints of blood that were collected. We at the Red Cross would like to say a sincere “thank you” for each […]
Student receives national award
Tuesday, October 26th, 2010Courtney Smith, Class of 2011, has received the top award from the Morris Animal Veterinary Student Scholars Program for her combined research presentation and poster. The award recognizes Smith’s ability to communicate effectively on how her research provides additional information on the link between the gastrointestinal tract and glucose regulation in alpacas and llamas. Smith […]
Technicians recognized
Tuesday, October 26th, 2010To celebrate National Healthcare Central Service & Sterile Processing Week that occurred October 7-13, the American Society of Healthcare Central Service Professionals adopted a savvy promotional slogan, “Central Service Professionals — Instrumental in Healthcare.” Sterile processing technicians and managers are artisans in their own right. They have to have the knowledge and the patience to […]
Rabies education for public November 20
Tuesday, October 26th, 2010World Rabies Day 2010 has come and gone, but OSU’s celebration of WRD is fast approaching. The Student Chapter of the American Veterinary Medical Association (SCAVMA) has a booth reserved at the Corvallis Farmer’s Market on November 20 to help educate the public on the risks of rabies and the implications around the world. I’m […]
2010 Welcome Barbecue
Tuesday, October 12th, 2010Over 200 students, faculty, family and friends enjoyed the CVM barbecue to welcome the Class of 2014. The al fresco feast, held on the grass next to the covered arena, was sponsored by Purina PetCare and the Student Chapter of the American Veterinary Medical Association (SCAVMA). Several student clubs provided information for the incoming students. […]
