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VMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Shannon Stanek , articleShannon Stanek '93, DVM '97, owner of Exton Vet Clinic, is a brain cancer survivor passionate about mentorship, community service, and lifelong learning. She lives with her family and pets, including Indy, her melanoma-detecting German shepherd, and strives to make a difference through veterinary medicine and kindness.
Date: Dec 18, 2024 -
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VMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Erin O'Leary , articleErin O'Leary '92, DVM '04, Founder and Chief Medical Officer of Heal House Call Veterinarian, credits her time at VMCVM for shaping her into the compassionate and dedicated practitioner she is today. Passionate about supporting fellow veterinarians, she’s committed to helping others build fulfilling house call practices while prioritizing work-life balance and mental well-being.
Date: Nov 21, 2024 -
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VMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Rachael Dunn , articleRachael Dunn '10, DVM '14 is the owner and veterinarian at Loudoun Urgent Vet. She values the strong foundation and network she gained from VMCVM. Inspired by her parents, Rachael’s passion for rescue work shines through her involvement with Loudoun Community Cat Coalition. Her favorite quote, "How lucky am I to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard," reflects her love for the human-animal bond. At home, she cares for a mix of pets, including dogs, cats, a rabbit, a goose, and ducks.
Date: Oct 18, 2024 -
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VMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Wynne DiGrassie DVM ‘96, MS ‘00 , articleWynne DiGrassie DVM '96, MS '00 is the owner and practice administrator at Mountain View Equine Hospital and an Associate Professor at Blue Ridge Community College. As a VMCVM alum, her well-rounded education gave her the confidence to teach exotic animal care, despite focusing on equine practice.
Date: Sep 20, 2024 -
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Scholarship program, ‘having someone there for you’ connects two Hokies for life , articleJulie Byrd knew the Beyond Boundaries Scholars program was the perfect way to give back. What she didn't realize is that she'd find even more ways to help a first-generation student like herself.
Date: Sep 10, 2024 -
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VMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Evymarie Prado Sanchez '14, DVM '19, MPH '19 , articleEvymarie Prado Sanchez '14, DVM '19, MPH '19, is a Supervisory Veterinary Medical Officer with the USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. She values mentoring students in alternative veterinary career paths and is passionate about diversity in regulatory medicine.
Date: Aug 15, 2024 -
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From student to start-up: Virginia Tech alumnus changes the moving industry with artificial intelligence , articleInspired by a single photo, Zach Rattner ’11 leveraged his curiosity and engineering background to co-found Yembo, an AI company offering virtual surveying solutions for moving companies.
Date: Aug 05, 2024 -
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VMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Kaitlyn McBane DVM '18 , articleKaitlyn McBane, DVM '18 reflects on the invaluable problem-solving skills she gained from VMCVM, the enduring relationships with classmates, and the inspiring advice to believe in herself, while passionately enjoying her work and maintaining a fulfilling work-life balance.
Date: Jul 19, 2024 -
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Saying yes to service , articleNever one to turn down an opportunity to support her alma mater, Deseria Creighton-Barney ’86 serves a critical role as one of the tri-chairs of the steering committee for Boundless Impact: The Campaign for Virginia Tech. In March 2023, the university announced the naming of Creighton-Barney, Liz Lazor ’15, and J. Pearson ’87, as the new tri-chairs, and together, they lead the university’s ambitious $1.872 billion fundraising campaign designed to drive forward major initiatives and scheduled to run through Dec. 31, 2027.
Date: Jul 01, 2024 -
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VMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Pamela Wykes Armstrong DVM '84 , articlePamela Wykes Armstrong, a VMCVM alumna and owner of Damascus Veterinary Hospital, shares how her education laid the foundation for her success, the sense of community among alumni, and her passion for continuous learning and mentoring future veterinarians.
Date: Jun 21, 2024 -
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VMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Allen Messenger '09, DVM '13, MPH '19 , articleAllen Messenger '09, DVM '13, MPH '19, attending Veterinarian at the Joint Special Operations Medical Training Center. Messenger credits his education at VMCVM for equipping him with essential clinical skills and problem-solving abilities. He champions the welfare of Department of Defense animals and advocates for public understanding of animal use in research. Outside work, he enjoys gardening and aspires to visit every U.S. National Park.
Date: May 16, 2024 -
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VMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Ashley Briggs MPH '16 , articleAshley Briggs, whose education at VMCVM equipped her for the multifaceted challenges of the healthcare world. Her journey, marked by a commitment to community and an innovative approach to public health, exemplifies the versatile career paths our alumni pursue and highlights the importance of cross-disciplinary learning and the lasting connections within the VMCVM community.
Date: Apr 19, 2024 -
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VMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Bella Moncure MPH '22 , articleBella Moncure, a Marketing Manager at Virginia Tech Recreational Sports, attributes her professional success to the MPH program's blend of academic knowledge and practical exposure while highlighting her unique boating and singing talents and her dedication to mental health and well-being.
Date: Mar 21, 2024 -
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Pamplin alumnus making the Ut Prosim difference , articleKeith Johnson has a deep-rooted connection to Virginia Tech that transcends the usual relationship between alumnus and alma mater. For Johnson, a 2007 graduate of the Pamplin College of Business, Virginia Tech was the first place he could call home.
Date: Mar 14, 2024 -
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Alumnus finds happiness among blueprints, wine, and llamas , articleVirginia Tech alum P. Michael West breeds llamas and offers llama treks through Four Ladies & Me Farm in North Carolina while also selling 16 wines through Divine Llama Vineyards.
Date: Mar 05, 2024 -
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Alumni Spotlight: Aiming for the stars with Megan Bennett '20 , articleThanks to her electrical engineering degree from Virginia Tech, Megan Bennett EE’20 is headed to the moon. Not literally, of course. As an electrical design engineer at Blue Origin, Bennett works on the lunar development team and transportation unit, where she is building a lunar habitat and lander that will host NASA-selected astronauts to live and work in space.
Date: Feb 23, 2024 -
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From modest beginnings comes inspirational giving , articleDespite her humble beginnings, Patricia Joyce ’79 never felt limited by her upbringing. Recently, Joyce made a generous estate gift to create a scholarship that will continue to impact the lives of aspiring students, opening doors and creating opportunities for years to come.
Date: Feb 15, 2024 -
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Alumni Spotlight: Kendall Taney Cummings '97, DVM '02 , articleKendall Taney Cummings, a dedicated Veterinary Dentist and Oral Surgeon reflects on the invaluable lessons of organization and community at the VMCVM, sharing insights on overcoming challenges and the importance of passion in veterinary medicine.
Date: Feb 13, 2024 -
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The power of mentorship , articleAfter deciding to change her career aspirations, Alana Davis found her true passion through mentorship and now pays it forward.
Date: Feb 02, 2024 -
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Alumni Spotlight: Calvin Lau DVM '17 , articleCalvin Lau, a proud VMCVM DVM 2017 alum, reflects on how VMCVM equipped him for the real world by emphasizing continuous learning and problem-solving skills. For him, the best part of being a VMCVM alum lies in the enduring friendships and bonds formed with his graduating class, who continue to support each other.
Date: Jan 19, 2024
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