Archive for 2025
Hope Through Research: A Senator’s Legacy and a Coach’s Mission
Advancing the fight against Parkinson’s through visionary support and cutting-edge science at the UGA Isakson Center. When former U.S. Sen. Johnny Isakson (R-Georgia) was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, he started looking for broader opportunities in his personal challenge. That decision led to the creation of the Isakson Center for Neurological […]
PhD Student Awarded NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program
Empowered by Experience, UGA PhD Student Earns Fellowship to Advance Accessibility in STEM Education In a single semester as an undergraduate, Madison Livingston received diagnoses for four disabilities. This experience brought new challenges, but it also opened doors to opportunities in education research. Now, she is pursuing a PhD in […]
CVM Resident Awarded 2025 Graduate Student Employee of the Year
Daniela Cortes, a master’s student at the College of Veterinary Medicine, is the 2025 Graduate Student Employee of the Year. She joined the department of large animal medicine at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital in 2023 as a theriogenology resident, a specialized field of veterinary medicine focused on animal reproduction.
Inspiring Future Veterinarians: UGA’s Annual Open House Tradition
A Hands-On Experience for All Ages at the University of Georgia’s Veterinary College The University of Georgia’s College of Veterinary Medicine recently hosted its annual Open House, a cherished tradition that has been going strong nearly as long as the college itself. This event invites community members of all ages […]
Karen Wells receives Creative Teaching Award
The Creative Teaching Awards are presented annually on behalf of the Office of Instruction to faculty who have demonstrated exceptional creativity in using either innovative technology or pedagogy to enhance student learning. Karen Wells received the Creative Teaching Award for successfully implementing weekly Classroom Assessment Techniques (CATs) in VPHY3100: Elements of Physiology and VPHY3107: Integrative Concepts in Physiology.
Shelter Medicine & Athenspets partnership receive Sahm Award
The partnership between Shelter Medicine’s Community Outreach Clinic and Athenspets was one of four collaborative local projects between UGA and Athens-Clarke County organizations elected to receive a total of $35,000 as part of the Bobbi Meeler Sahm Service and Outreach Awards for 2025.
2025 Research Awards
The College of Veterinary Medicine was well represented at UGA’s 2025 Research Awards. Faculty members from units across the CVM were celebrated for their exceptional contributions to their research fields, highlighting the college’s commitment to excellence and innovation.
UGA CVM researcher publishes study that predicts the possible end of Flu B in humans
The flu may never go away, but new research from the University of Georgia’s Center for Vaccines and Immunology (CVI) foretells the possible end of influenza B with broader implications of improving the next-generation influenza vaccines.
UGA VetMed Teams Up to Provide Veterinary Care in Guatemala
Global Impact: Supporting Working Animals of the Developing World Dr. Rachael Green from the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine recently traveled to Guatemala in partnership with the Equitarian Initiative to deliver veterinary care to working horses, donkeys, and mules. A dedicated team of veterinarians, support personnel—including technicians and […]
UGA researchers use bugs to battle Parkinson’s
Anumantha Kanthasamy, a neurotoxicologist and PD researcher at the University of Georgia’s Isakson Center for Neurological Disease Research, uses a unique approach in finding a therapeutic medicine for Parkinson’s disease: bugs.
Helping honey bees: How veterinarians can make a difference
If you’ve ever found yourself sweet on the idea of helping out honeybees, this insightful interview with Jörg Mayer, DVM, MS, DABVP, DECZM, DACZM, full professor in zoological medicine at the University of Georgia Veterinary College, might be just what you need to get started.
Rehabilitating Soft Tissue Injuries in Sport Horses
Equine sports medicine expert and UGA VetMed faculty member Dr. Katie Ellis describes her ideal rehab plan for sport horses with soft tissue injuries and solutions for managing uncompliant patients.
UGA Alumni on the Iditarod Trail
Vet Dawg alumni take on the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. The result? Memories were made, veterinary knowledge was gained, and new career paths were forged.
Recap of the 61st Annual Conference and Alumni Weekend
On March 7th and 8th, our college proudly hosted its 61st Annual Conference and Alumni Weekend. This event was dedicated to honoring our esteemed graduates for their remarkable contributions to the field of veterinary medicine and to fostering veterinary advancement through a series of continuing education seminars.
Sonia Hernandez receives 2025 Richard Reiff Award
UGA faculty member recognized for her innovative contributions to global education Given annually by the Office of Global Engagement, the Richard Reiff Award for Campus Internationalization recognizes full-time faculty members who have made exceptional contributions to global education at the University of Georgia. UGA faculty member Sonia Hernandez is the recipient of […]
Herod, Trent named Regents’ Professors
Two University of Georgia faculty members have been named Regents’ Professors in recognition of their innovative and pace-setting research. The honor is the highest professorial recognition bestowed by the University System of Georgia Board of Regents.
The university’s 2025 Regents’ Professors are Andrew Herod, Distinguished Research Professor in the department of geography in the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences; and M. Stephen Trent, UGA Foundation Distinguished Professor in the department of infectious diseases in the College of Veterinary Medicine.
Carmichael, Kissinger named 2025 University Professors
The 2024–2025 University Professors are K. Paige Carmichael, Meigs Distinguished Professor in the department of pathology in the College of Veterinary Medicine, and Jessica Kissinger, a Distinguished Research Professor in the department of genetics in the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences.
UGA CVM Announces 2025 Ambassadors
The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine is excited to announce the selection of its 2025 Ambassadors! These exceptional DVM students have been chosen for their strong interpersonal skills, leadership qualities, and deep sense of school spirit and pride. As student ambassadors, they will play a vital role in […]
Compassion for Pets and People: One’s Mission to Support Veterinary Care
Ellen Griffin’s journey with her beloved Diesel has sparked a deep commitment to helping other pets in need, leading her to support UGA’s Shelter Medicine Program Ellen Griffin knows the value of expert veterinary care. She turns to the University of Georgia Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH) whenever her pet receives […]
UGA CVM helps track ‘mystery fish’ in collaboration with DNR, Georgia Southern
Robust redhorse is a predator of invasive Asiatic clams that threaten the natural balance of Georgia rivers. The University of Georgia’s College of Veterinary Medicine is lending its expertise to the conservation of an endangered fish species once thought to be extinct in Georgia. Rediscovered in 1991, the robust redhorse […]
Monitoring Milk for Avian Influenza
UGA Leads Efforts to Protect Dairy Supply from Avian Influenza Home to one of the nation’s six Centers of Excellence in Influenza Research and Response, UGA experts were quickly tapped by the Food and Drug Administration to help test U.S. dairy supplies for avian influenza.
UGA veterinary medicine professor honored with prestigious Presidential Early Career Award
Jesse Schank is among 400 researchers named recipients of the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers, or PECASE.
UGA Connects Canine & Human Health to Fight Cushing’s Disease
“Through the Precision One Health initiative, we are not only driving research but leading the charge in shaping the future of health care,” said Dr. Lisa K. Nolan, dean of the UGA College of Veterinary Medicine. “The path ahead is bright, and I have no doubt that the work we do together will leave a lasting legacy.”
Uniting for a Cure: Richard and Kim Stamper Support UGA’s Precision One Health Initiative
Richard and Kim Stamper love dogs and the Dawgs. Pet parents to Golden Retrievers named for two Atlanta Braves icons – Hank Aaron and Chipper Jones – they are both graduates of the Terry College of Business, fans of Bulldog athletics, and avid benefactors across the University of Georgia. Recently, […]
Chilly Weather, Cozy Pets: Winter Pet Care Tips from Vets
As the colder months approach, it’s crucial to ensure your pets are prepared for the drop in temperature. Expert veterinarians at the UGA Pet Health Center and VTH are here to share their top winter pet care tips.
What is bird flu, and should you be worried?
The extensive spread of H5N1 avian influenza on U.S. dairy farms is particularly worrisome, according to UGA flu researcher Mark Tompkins.
