Welcome to the November 2008 edition of E-Insight, the monthly on-line magazine for faculty, staff, students, alumni and friends of the College. Below is a list of articles and links to read more about what is happening at the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and Colorado State University.
Update from the Dean’s Office
In the Dean’s Update, Dr. Perryman talks about the AVMA reaccredidation of the PVM program, construction projects on the South and Foothills Campuses, upcoming events, and more. Full story...
Gates Grand Challenges Funds New Infectious Disease Research
A Gates Grand Challenge grant will support an innovative global health research project to control the transmission of disease from mosquitoes. Full story...
AVMA Renews Accreditation for Professional Veterinary Medical Program
The American Veterinary Medical Association has renewed accreditation for the Professional Veterinary Medical Program through 2015. Full story...
Dean Hendrickson Takes Over as Director of Veterinary Teaching Hospital
After serving as Interim Director for four months, Dr. Dean Hendrickson began work on October 1 as the new Director of the James L. Voss Veterinary Teaching Hospital. Full story...
Symposium Honors University Distinguished Professor’s Long Career
Dr. Gordon Niswender will be honored by his former students, as well as current students, faculty and staff during a symposium and reception celebrating his career at Colorado State University. Full story....
College Signs Agreement with Royal Dick School of Veterinary Studies
The College and the Royal Dick School of Veterinary Studies in Edinburgh, Scotland, sign a Memorandum of Understanding as Sister Schools. Full story...
VTH Study Looks at Herbal Supplements to Address Canine Pain and Lameness
Owners of canine companions suffering from osteoarthritis are invited to enroll their pets in a study of an herbal supplement to determine the supplement’s efficacy in treating pain and stiffness. Full story...
New Varian Trilogy Research Program May Help Save Limbs and Lives
Researchers are seeking to enroll dogs with osteosarcoma that may qualify for a study using high-dose radiation to treat tumors. Full story...
Departmental Seminars and Programs
Departmental and program seminar schedule. Full story...