Two women pose at a College of Veterinary Medicine event as one holds a glass excellence award.

On to the next adventure

The annual House Officer Completion Ceremony celebrates the achievements and contributions of outgoing residents and interns.

Headshot of Jody Lulich, smiling with glasses and a mustache.

Shifting the paradigm

Professor Jody Lulich's tireless work advancing the field of veterinary nephrology and urology, with a focus on improving patient care, earns him prestigious national recognition. 

Zesty, a brown poodle-mix, basks in the sunshine while resting on a bed of landscaping rocks.

Renewing a zest for life

After years of gastrointestinal issues, a referral to the Veterinary Medical Center brought answers for one dog’s family—and a community of clinicians to care for her complex needs. 

Bernard the black-and-white Boston terrier chews on a ball in his foster family's yard.

Uncharted surgical territory

Born with six legs and a host of complex medical abnormalities, life looked bleak for Bernard the Boston terrier puppy. Then, a dog rescue and experts at the UMN Veterinary Medical Center gave him a second chance. 

Jessica Byrne and Lauren Ienello each hold an award standing together in front of a maroon background.

Wishing them well

Residents and interns wrapping up their time at CVM are honored for their contributions at annual House Officer Completion Ceremony

Tiramisu

The dream team

Collaboration across care services at the Veterinary Medical Center helps Tiramisu the Shih Tzu overcome a series of health challenges