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VMCVM Student Spotlight: Mishana Smith , articleMeet Mishana Smith, DVM Class of 2025, who is driven by a lifelong passion for animals and inspired by her ancestors’ sacrifices. At the veterinary college, she values hands-on learning and looks forward to practicing medicine and advancing diversity in the field. In her free time, she enjoys painting, photography, and time with her cat, Subie.
Date: May 01, 2025 - -
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Students create nature-inspired sculpture to welcome visitors to Alexandria , articleInspired by the symmetry of the dogwood fruit and the idea of connection and complexity, Master of Fine Arts candidate Braden Perryman led a team of Virginia Tech students to design and build "Emergence," a large-scale public sculpture commissioned for Academic Building One and installed in Alexandria.
Date: Apr 30, 2025 - -
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Class of 2025: Brynn McClatchy named Outstanding Undergraduate Student for College of Architecture, Arts, and Design , articleMcClatchy, who will earn her degree in architecture, distinguished herself through a dynamic academic journey that integrated rigorous coursework with leadership development, overseas study, and internships.
Date: Apr 25, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Student Spotlight: Regan Hodgson , articleRegan Hodgson, DVM Class of 2025, is on the Small Animal Track and passionate about hands-on clinical learning. A Virginia Tech alum in Animal and Poultry Science, her veterinary dream was solidified through years as a veterinary assistant. Inspired by her support system and mentors, Regan enjoys time with her dog Bear, reading, and hopes to travel to Greece.
Date: Apr 03, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Student Spotlight: Mitchell Kenyon , articleMitchell Kenyon, DVM Class of 2025, is passionate about mixed animal medicine, feline health, and dentistry. With a B.S. in Animal Sciences and an MBA, he hopes to own veterinary practices and a Cat Café & Sanctuary. A music lover and proud VMCVM community member, he enjoys playing guitar and life with his two adventurous cats, Jude and George.
Date: Mar 06, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Student Spotlight: Lauren Maghak , articleLauren Maghak, DVM/MPH Class of 2026 (Public/Corporate) from Columbia, Maryland, combines her passion for animals with her love of epidemiology to pursue a career in public health veterinary medicine. She enjoys scuba diving (taught by Dr. Nappier!), draws inspiration from Temple Grandin, and looks forward to exploring a non-traditional veterinary path.
Date: Feb 06, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Student Spotlight: Marissa Vincent , articleMarissa Vincent, DVM Class of 2025 (Mixed Animal) from Columbia, Maryland, is passionate about hands-on labs and expanding veterinary care. A former Division I soccer player, she draws inspiration from her family and enjoys relaxing with her cat, Lily.
Date: Jan 09, 2025 - -
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Writing a soundtrack for history — and life , articleSenior Carter Roberts has built an impressive resume while creating sound design for events such as the university’s sesquicentennial celebration and the 80th anniversary display at the National D-Day Memorial.
Date: Jan 06, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Student Spotlight: Esther Vergel , articleEsther Vergel, DVM Class of 2027 (Equine), discovered her passion for veterinary medicine in childhood, inspired by her horse Sully and her love for animals. She values VMCVM’s supportive community and looks forward to advancing equine care while promoting mental health in the field. Esther enjoys time with her rescue dog, Amaya, and dreams of traveling to Greece someday.
Date: Dec 02, 2024 - -
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VMCVM Student Spotlight: Cecelia Ivey , articleCecelia Ivey, a DVM student in the Class of 2025 focusing on equine medicine, draws inspiration from her mother, a veterinarian, and her lifelong love of animals and horses. She is passionate about advancing her skills in equine care, cherishing time with her horse, Risky, and embracing the flexibility of her future career.
Date: Nov 13, 2024 - -
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Designing his own Virginia Tech experience , articleInterior design senior Ethan Greenough has found opportunity and inspiration through student organizations, overseas study, an internship, and the natural environment of Southwest Virginia.
Date: Nov 13, 2024 - -
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VMCVM Student Spotlight: Sydney Thompson , articleSydney Thompson is a Master of Public Health student in the class of 2025, specializing in community health promotion and equity. Hailing from Stafford, Virginia, with a background in psychology, Sydney is passionate about addressing public health issues, especially those influenced by social factors. Inspired by her parents, Sydney enjoys baking, reading, and hopes to see the Northern Lights.
Date: Oct 03, 2024 - -
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VMCVM Student Spotlight: Skylar Moiseeva , articleSkylar Moiseeva, from the Ural Mountains in Russia, is on the mixed animal track in the Class of 2025. Once a hip-hop dancer and teacher, she found her calling in veterinary medicine. She is inspired by nature, animals, and her journey's experiences, and is excited to contribute to animal health and the human-animal bond. In her free time, she enjoys sunsets, campfires, and feeding birds on her balcony.
Date: Sep 05, 2024 - -
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VMCVM Student Spotlight: Roberto Steele , articleRoberto Steele, from North Cape May, New Jersey, is on the small animal track in the Class of 2025. Inspired by his grandparents and James Wight/Herriot, he values the VMCVM community and is excited about clinical rotations. He enjoys playing the piano and cooking, dreams of traveling with his girlfriend, and has two parakeets, Skipper and Blossom.
Date: Aug 02, 2024 - -
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VMCVM Student Spotlight: Sela Cooper , articleSela Cooper, DVM Class of 2027, values the opportunities and supportive community at VMCVM. Inspired by her parents, she discovered her passion for veterinary medicine through diverse experiences. Sela plays electric bass and ukulele and dreams of training in an authentic Muay Thai Gym in Thailand.
Date: Jul 03, 2024 - -
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VMCVM Student Spotlight: Cody Campbell , articleCody Campbell is a DVM student at VMCVM on the Food Animal track. He has a background in Dairy Science and Animal and Poultry Sciences from his studies at Virginia Tech. Cody loves cooking, is inspired by his sister Kaitlyn, and dreams of visiting all 50 states with his Australian Shepherd, Slate.
Date: Jun 07, 2024 - -
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Leslie Orellana, William Poland named 2024-25 Board of Visitors’ student representatives , articleBoth will serve one-year terms to represent and voice student perspectives to the board.
Date: May 28, 2024 - -
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VMCVM Student Spotlight: Olalere Ajala , articleOlalere Ajala, a Master of Public Health student specializing in Infectious Disease at Virginia Tech (class of 2024), hails from Lagos, Nigeria. Inspired by the COVID-19 pandemic, he pursued public health to balance healthcare with preventive measures and solutions. Olalere values the diverse insights at VMCVM and looks forward to the impact of the 'One Health' approach on public health. He cherishes cooking and the teachings of his mother, who instilled in him patience and kindness.
Date: May 07, 2024 - -
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VMCVM Student Spotlight: Marquis Harper , articleMarquis Harper, a DVM student at VMCVM specializing in Food Animal track and set to graduate in 2024, was inspired by his rural upbringing and mentor Dr. Allen Cannedy to pursue veterinary medicine. Focused on large animal care, Harper is eager to champion increased representation and advocacy within the veterinary field post-graduation.
Date: May 02, 2024 - -
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VMCVM Student Spotlight: Maeve Davis '22 , articleMaeve Davis, a first-year DVM student is inspired by the bonds formed with like-minded individuals and her upbringing on a dairy farm in Berryville, VA. With a passion for veterinary science rooted in personal experience and a focus on mental health and continuous learning, Maeve is driven to make impactful advances in veterinary medicine.
Date: Apr 05, 2024 -
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