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VMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Amber Lee , articleMeet Amber Lee, a 2013 graduate of VMCVM who is the medical director at Mountain View Humane Spay/Neuter Clinic. Amber says she values staying connected to the VMCVM network -- living and working in Christiansburg enables her to collaborate with veterinary college faculty regularly. Amber loves to bake, and, even though her work is focused on dogs and cats, finds that equine and food animal factoids she learned in vet school are very helpful on trivia night.
Date: Dec 15, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Jessica Walters , articleMeet Jessica Walters '09, PhD '14, DVM '16, program manager for the Office of Laboratory Services at the VDACS. Originally focused on poultry medicine, she found her calling in diagnostics and lab leadership. She values the connections and skills she built at VMCVM and now gives back as a mentor, adjunct instructor, and advocate for agricultural communities—all while managing a lively menagerie at home.
Date: Nov 24, 2025 - -
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Virginia Tech's Digging in the Crates hosts a workshop for students led by alum DJ Zo (Alessandro Manno '07). Students learn how to use DJ'ing equipment and discuss Manno's career in the music production industry.
Date: Oct 29, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Jacob Kocher , articleMeet Jacob Kocher Ph.D. ’14, a VMCVM alum working in biotech to fight respiratory infections with light and nitric oxide. At VMCVM, he gained hands-on lab skills and learned the value of collaboration and communication. He’s passionate about public health, scientific innovation, and the strong sense of community that continues to guide his journey.
Date: Oct 23, 2025 - -
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Designing hope: Architecture alum responds to Maui wildfires , articleArchitecture alum Jordan Rogove is using his design expertise to create dignified modular housing for Maui wildfire survivors, reflecting his belief in architecture as a force for public good.
Date: Oct 09, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Kristin Eden , articleMeet Kristin Eden '06, DVM '10, PhD '18, anatomic pathologist at the veterinary college and associate professor at the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine. Passionate about education and mentorship, she brings a collaborative, compassionate approach to teaching both veterinary and medical students. Whether in the lab or the classroom, she blends curiosity, honesty, and a love for learning, plus a little ice hockey on the side.
Date: Sep 26, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Amanda L. Weakley-Scott , articleMeet Amanda Weakley-Scott '10, DVM ’14, a food animal veterinarian and co-owner of Lee-Lynn Farms in Virginia. She combines her passion for agriculture with hands-on veterinary care, serving both producers and her community. A proud VMCVM alum, she values the mentorship and practical training that shaped her career and lives by the motto, “just make it work.”
Date: Aug 26, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Alumni Spotlight: JoAnna Pendergrass , articleMeet JoAnna Pendergrass, DVM ’10, a freelance medical writer at JPen Communications. After earning her DVM from VMCVM, she took a non-traditional path, pursuing a postdoctoral research fellowship at Emory University and then a career transition to medical writing, where she uses her clinical knowledge to make complex veterinary topics accessible to pet parents. Her VMCVM education equipped her with the resilience and versatility to thrive in a unique and meaningful career.
Date: Jul 18, 2025 - -
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Alumni looks back: Dennis Treacy - Class of ’78 , articleClass of ’78 alumnus Dennis Treacy reflects on his time at Virginia Tech as a cooperative education student with the Virginia State Water Control Board.
Date: Jul 16, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Melani French , articleMeet Melani French DVM '14, associate veterinarian at Clevengers Corner Veterinary Care in Amissville, Virginia. A proud VMCVM alum, she values the strong Hokie network in her area and the hands-on experience that shaped her career. Passionate about youth mentorship, Melani coaches a middle school step team and volunteers in her community, bringing the same dedication to her patients as she does to inspiring the next generation.
Date: Jun 23, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Timothy Fan , articleMeet Tim Fan '91, DVM '95, a VMCVM alum and professor at the University of Illinois. A leader in comparative oncology, he’s passionate about advancing cancer therapies for both pets and people. He credits VMCVM with teaching him the value of teamwork and communication — skills vital to building trust in veterinary care. At home, he’s surrounded by a lively crew of rescue dogs, cats, and even a box turtle.
Date: May 27, 2025 - -
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Virginia Tech alumnus rewrites the story of a Florentine icon , articleA passion for architecture and history led Elon Danziger from Virginia Tech to Florence, where his research is rewriting the story of the city’s famed Baptistery.
Date: Apr 24, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Gary Hurlock , articleMeet Gary Hurlock '92, DVM ’96, vice president at Crider Foods. VMCVM’s public and corporate medicine track sparked his passion for poultry medicine and prepared him for a career in food safety. A proud Hokie, he’s committed to mentoring students and upholding the highest standards in animal care.
Date: Apr 18, 2025 - -
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Theatre alumnus Dylan Bomgardner helped light the way for Metallica’s M72 World Tour , articleMetallica fans rocking out at the M72 World Tour are seeing the creative work of Virginia Tech alumnus Dylan Bomgardner, who supported the tour’s cutting-edge lighting design.
Date: Apr 18, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Lisa Pinn McFaddin , articleMeet Dr. Lisa Pinn McFaddin DVM ’07, associate veterinarian at Caring Hands Animal Hospital in Bristow, Virginia. Her education at VMCVM broadened her perspective on veterinary medicine, strengthened her clinical and research skills, and ignited her passion for integrative medicine. She takes pride in her Hokie roots and advancing evidence-based holistic care to improve patient outcomes.
Date: Mar 20, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Alumni and Faculty Spotlight: Sierra Guynn , articleMeet Sierra Guynn, a proud VMCVM alumna and faculty member since 2012. Inspired by her students, she is passionate about veterinary education, food animal medicine, and industry advocacy. She values resilience, problem-solving, and the power of people skills in veterinary practice. When she’s not teaching, she’s off exploring—because her travel list never stops growing!
Date: Mar 14, 2025 - -
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Students in the College of Engineering meet Virginia Tech mechanical engineering alum, David Wilson ‘84, who dedicated 35 years to Toyota Racing Development (TRD), U.S.A. Wilson meets with Virginia Tech's Ware Lab students and gives them advice about careers in engineering.
Date: Feb 26, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Alumni Spotlight: Mary Thornton and Preston Thornton , articleMeet Dr. Mary Thornton BS '83, DVM '88 and Dr. Preston Thornton BS '89, DVM '93, co-owners of Southern Hills Animal Hospital in Roanoke, Virginia. They credit their education at VMCVM for shaping them into independent, science-driven veterinarians who embrace problem-solving and lifelong learning, and they take pride in their Hokie roots, the connections they've built, and their commitment to serving both pets and the community.
Date: Feb 14, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Alumni and Faculty Spotlight: Virginia Edwards , articleMeet Virginia Edwards '07, DVM '12, a VMCVM alumna turned faculty member since 2016. Passionate about teaching, she thrives on mentoring students and celebrating their "lightbulb moments." A talented baker and singer, who enjoys time with her family and two dogs, Maggie and Shadow. Her favorite advice? "You belong here, and you can do this."
Date: Jan 27, 2025 - -
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Tommy Doubleday ’24 wins national triathlon , articleThe former Virginia Tech Triathlon club officer placed first in the Long Course Triathlon National Championship in Daytona, Fla.
Date: Jan 21, 2025 -
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