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June 2019 - Vol. 14, No. 6
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Dr. Bonnie Rush to lead College of Veterinary Medicine as new dean

Dr. Bonnie Rush

Following a national search, Bonnie Rush has been selected as the new dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Kansas State University.

Dr. Rush, who has been serving as interim dean of the college since 2017, was appointed by Charles Taber, Kansas State University provost and executive vice president. Her appointment begins June 16.

 

 

THE HOT ZONE connects with university's long history as 'Silicon Valley for biodefense'

Victoria Ayers, Dr. Rachel Palinski, Laura Constance, Dr. Greg Peterson (instructor not Fellow) and Christian Rittman

For more than 150 years, Kansas State University has been a national leader in animal health, biosciences and food safety research. The College of Veterinary Medicine has played an instrumental role in all three areas.

The mission harkens back to the university's land-grant beginnings and it is a mission that former Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle highlighted in 2017 when he described Kansas State University as the "Silicon Valley for biodefense."

 

 

CVM study purports pain relief for piglets from medicated mother’s milk

Sow with piglets

New findings by researchers at the Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine suggest potential pain relief for piglets by administering medicine through the act of nursing.

The scientific methodology is formally referred to as “transmammary delivery.” The basic concept involves injecting a sow with pain-relieving medicine which can be ingested by the sow’s piglets through the milk.

 

 

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Communications team wins national award from AAVMC

Audrey Hambright and Joe Montgomery

The communications program at the Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine — consisting of Joe Montgomery, director of communications, and Audrey Hambright, public information officer — has been recognized with the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges' 2019 Communications Excellence Award.

K-State's program was praised by judges for comprehensive program excellence that advanced the college's strategic plan.

 

 

CVM honors students at Senior Honors Banquet

Senior Honors Banquet - Isabelle Withrock-Davis and Kara Mauch

The College of Veterinary Medicine hosted its annual Senior Honors Banquet on May 16 at the Hilton Garden Inn. Faculty, staff, students, family members and donors celebrated the college’s award recipients.

The college recognized the senior class of students on their receipt of $187,590 in scholarships through 61 different scholarship awards.

 

 

Second-year student chosen for American Kennel Club scholarship

Emily Eppler

Emily Eppler, second-year veterinary student, was one of 15 students nationwide chosen for an American Kennel Club scholarship.

The American Kennel Club (AKC), which is the world’s largest purebred dog registry and advocate for all dogs, makes an annual commitment to students pursuing their education in veterinary studies through the AKC Veterinary Outreach Scholarship program.

 

 

National Livestock companies selects third-year student for scholarship

Braxton Butler

Braxton Butler, third-year veterinary student from Virgil, Kansas, has been awarded a $5,000 scholarship from the National Livestock Companies consisting of National Livestock Credit Corporation and National Livestock Commission Association.

The award was presented to Braxton at the National Livestock Annual Meetings in Oklahoma City in March.

 

 

K-State to host international Rabies in the Americas conference

Rabies in the Americas conference banner

We’re "‘jazzed" to host this year’s Rabies in the Americas (RITA) conference in Kansas City! The committee is planning an informative program with innovative technology, intriguing research, and updated protocols and procedures, with activities to highlight what Kansas City has to offer. We want to make the 30th RITA extra special! Mark your calendars for Oct. 27-Nov. 1, 2019. You can now visit our website for additional information. We’ll continue to publish information online as we get closer to conference time. Registration will open soon! Don’t miss out on this year’s RITA Conference!

 

Dr. Megan Niederwerder speaks at International ASF Forum as expert panelist

By Brenna Leahy

Dr. Megan Niederwerder

Dr. Megan Niederwerder, assistant professor in diagnostic medicine and pathobiology, delivered a talk entitled "Risk of African Swine Fever Virus (ASFV) in Feed" at the International ASF Forum in Ottawa, Canada, April 30 - May 1.

Her talk was part of the Enhancing Biosecurity at the Border session, where she served as an expert panelist.

 

 

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Alumni Events, Development and Continuing Education

VMAA logo The Veterinary Medical Alumni Association organizes alumni receptions at several of the national annual conferences plus continuing education events and more. This month's section includes news and photos from the Alumni Reunion Weekend and 81st Annual Conference for Veterinarians, plus updates on recently departed alumni.

 

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More activities and accomplishments in the College of Veterinary Medicine:

Dr. Mike Apley attended the American Association of Bovine Practitioners Executive Committee Legislative Fly-In meeting in Washington, D.C., with the AVMA Government Relations Division offices. This is a venue that provides updates from key federal agencies and an opportunity to visit the offices of U.S. senators and representatives.

Dr. Liz Santschi provided surgical and lameness consultation support to the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission for the week leading up to the Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks races.

Drs. Walter Renberg and Raghavendra Amachawadi took 10 students to Bangalore and Mysore, India May 18-29 as part of the CS 825 International Veterinary Study Tours course. This is a faculty-led trip for students to explore veterinary medicine in a foreign country.

Drs. Melissa Nau and David Eshar's journal article, entitled "Rostral mandibular fracture repair in a pet bearded dragon (Pogona vitticeps)"(Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association 252.8 (2018): 982-988) has been highlighted in a commentary by Dr. Adolf Maas in the most recent issue of Clinician's Brief.

Dr. Brad Crauer will represent the College of Veterinary Medicine for coordination with University, Riley County and State Emergency Operations Centers for emergency animal sheltering and transport.

Congratulations to Dr. Robert DeLong for being selected for the 2019 Big 12 Faculty Fellow. Dr. DeLong will receive $1,907 in support of his visit to University of Kansas.

MaRyka SmithCongrats to second-year/doctoral student MaRyka Smith. The KSU Veterinary Research Scholars Program received $5,000 in funding from the American Society for Investigative Pathology for MaRyka to work with Dr. Sally Davis this summer.
Drs. Thomas Schermerhorn, Olaga Norris, Emily Eppert and Matt Miesner
Left: Dr. Tom Schermerhorn receives the Award for Excellence in Resident/Intern Mentoring. The purpose of this award is to recognize faculty members that have demonstrated a commitment to the professional growth of residents/interns with less experience. Dr. Schermerhorn was nominated by Dr. Olga Norris. Right: Dr. Matt Miesner receives the Award for Excellence in Young Faculty Mentoring. The purpose of this award is to recognize senior faculty members that have demonstrated a commitment to the professional growth of junior faculty with less experience. Dr. Miesner was nominated by Dr. Emily Reppert.
Drs. Lisa Pohlman, Peggy Schmidt, Kara Berke and Beth Davis
Dr. Lisa Pohlman was presented with the Zoetis Distinguished Veterinary Teacher Award, while Dr. Kara Berke accepts the Pet Tribute Faculty Award at the Senior Honors Banquet held May 16.
Drs. Laura Aldrich, Adam Hunt, Veterinary Nurse Jeff Volz and Dr. Brett Montague
Dr. Brett Montague (right), 2019 class president, presents Pet Tribute House Oficer Awards to Drs. Lauren Aldrich and Adam Hunt, while Jeff Volz was chosen for the Pet Tribute Veterinary Nurse Award, which were all awarded during the Senior Honors Banquet.

Class of 2019 goes through commencement exercises

Commencement 2019 - collage
Congratulations to the 112 graduates of the K-State DVM class of 2019. Sophia Pipkin, daughter of Dr. Jemma Pipkin, sings the National Anthem and Dr. Bob Larson, Edgar E. and M. Elizabeth Coleman Chair Food Animal Production Medicine, delivers the address to the graduates. Video from this year's commencement can be seen online.

Vet Med ROCKS opens registration for summer camp

Vet Med ROCKS logoVet Med ROCKS, the Recruitment and Outreach Club of Kansas State, is going to be holding summer day camp from Aug. 2-6, for high school, college, middle school and grade school students (see registration page for detailed schedule and additional information).

http://www.vet.k-state.edu/asp/rocks/

VHC welcomes new interns

Drs. Jason Banning, Michael Schettler, Tess Rooney, Caitlin Moreno and Katie Mitchell. Front: Drs. Diana Montano Reynoso, Andrea Montano Hernandez, Nalani Yamada and Emily Benfield
The VHC welcomes its new class of interns: Back row (left to right): Drs. Jason Banning, Michael Schettler, Tess Rooney, Caitlin Moreno and Katie Mitchell. Front: Drs. Diana Montano Reynoso, Andrea Montano Hernandez, Nalani Yamada and Emily Benfield.

Dispensary holds ribbon-cutting ceremony following completion of renovations

Dr. Beth Davis, Shirley Arck, Landa Colvin-Marion. and Dean Bonnie Rush
Back row: Lee Hecke, Gerit Garman, Steve Cramer and Tom Orazem. Front row: Dr. Elizabeth Davis, Shirley Arck, Molly Carstenson, Landa Colvin-Marion, Dean Bonnie Rush
Landa Colvin-Marion cuts ribbon
Molly and Landa cut the ribbon. The ceremony was held May 22.

 

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Lifelines is published each month by the Marketing and Communications Office at the College of Veterinary Medicine. The editors are Joe Montgomery, jmontgom@vet.k-state.edu and Brenna Leahy, leahy@vet.k-state.edu.

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