Biomedical Sciences Holds New Student Conferences
With the fall 2014 semester just around the corner, students are arriving to attend the Biomedical Sciences (BIMS) new student conferences, bringing in a total of 865 enrolled students for the fall. This number is up by 114 students from last year. “When we run an orientation, we spend approximately eight hours with students, giving […]
Students Travel to Africa for Study Abroad
Professors James Derr and Linda Logan recently returned from leading a group of 10 students on a unique study abroad opportunity. The group spent two weeks in South Africa immersed in the fields of pathology, applied physiology, infections and parasitic diseases, pharmacology of game capture, and wildlife conservation methods. “This course is designed for students […]
Flippers, Feathers, and Fun for Veterinary Students Visiting SeaWorld
Our veterinary students have been busy lately spreading the word about veterinary medicine. They have presented to 1,992 students and 70 teachers at 12 public schools on topics such as “Careers in Veterinary Science,” “Human Impact on Wildlife,” “Cell Theory and Taxonomy,” “Comparative Anatomy,” “Life as a Veterinarian,” and “Animal Behavior”. In mid-June, students traveled […]
Kerwin Named Interim Head of the Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences
COLLEGE STATION, Texas – Dr. Sharon Kerwin has accepted the position of Interim Head of the Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences (VSCS) in the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (CVM) and will officially assume the role on June 20, 2014, following the retirement of Dr. Sandee Hartsfield. Like Hartsfield, Kerwin […]
Center for Educational Technologies Wins Blackboard Catalyst Award
The Center for Educational Technologies (CET) at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Science (CVM) was named the winner of the Blackboard Catalyst Awards program’s Student Impact Award, which recognizes individuals and institutions that have successfully increased levels of student engagement or retention. The center is led by Dr. Jody Korich, Clinical […]
Independence Day Safety
With the July 4th holiday come celebrations and outdoor activities that can be fun for people, but sometimes harmful for our pets. Here are some tips to keep this day an enjoyable and safe holiday for the whole family, Fido included. “Fireworks can frighten dogs and cause them to escape and become injured,” said Dr. James […]
August Named Associate Dean of Faculties, Director–Center for Teaching Excellence
COLLEGE STATION, Texas – Dr. John August, professor in the Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences (VSCS) at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (CVM) has been named the new Associate Dean of Faculties for Texas A&M University. He will also serve as the director of the Center for Teaching Excellence […]
Kornegay Named Director of Texas A&M Institute for Preclinical Studies
COLLEGE STATION, Texas – Dr. Joe Kornegay, a professor in the departments of Veterinary Integrative Biosciences and Veterinary Pathobiology in the College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (CVM) at Texas A&M University and the Texas A&M Institute for Neuroscience (TAMIN), has been appointed director of the Texas A&M Institute for Preclinical Studies (TIPS). Established […]
Pool Safety
School is out, the temperatures are high, and the days are long. For children and pets alike, this makes taking a dip in your backyard pool seem more attractive than ever. Although your children may be competent swimmers, do not assume that your pets are. Preventing pool accidents for your pets takes adequate planning and […]
Texas A&M postdoc receives award from the American Heart Association
COLLEGE STATION, Texas – Sankar P. Chaki, Ph.D., a postdoctoral research associate working under the guidance of Dr. Gonzalo Rivera in the Department of Veterinary Pathobiology at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (CVM), has been awarded a two-year postdoctoral fellowship from the American Heart Association. This prestigious, highly competitive award […]
