Welcome to the May 2009 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, read about upcoming events and College news including spring commencement, the designation of two CVMBS faculty members as University Distinguished Professors, a budget update and more. Full story...
Two CVMBS Professors Named University Distinguished Professors
Drs. Ian Orme and Wayne McIlwraith have been named University Distinguished Professors, Colorado State’s highest honor. Full story...
CVMBS Prepares for Spring Commencement
Spring commencement is just around the corner as the College prepares for graduation festivities. Full story....
Dr. Charles Hobbs Named CVMBS Honored Alumnus
Dr. Charles Hobbs, a member of the PVM Class of 1966, was honored for his work as a researcher and educator at the Distinguished Alumni Awards dinner. Full story...
Celebrate Undergraduate Research and Creativity Winners Announced
Undergraduate students in the College were well represented at Celebrate Undergraduate Research and Creativity with award-winning research. Full story...
CVMBS Faculty and Staff Members Honored for Service
In April, faculty and staff members campus-wide were honored during Celebrate! Colorado State activities. Full story...
VTH Hosts Free Seminar on Equine Emergency Care
The Equine Hospital Section at the James L. Voss Veterinary Teaching Hospital will host another in a series of free seminars on equine care. Full story...
Author of “Speaking for Spot” to Speak at VTH
Dr. Nancy Kay, a nationally known veterinarian and author, will visit the Veterinary Teaching Hospital to present a lecture on being an advocate for your dog. Full story...
Biomedical Sciences Student Accepted to Cambridge Bioscience Program
Hamid Gari is not only preparing for graduation, but readying himself to attend the University of Cambridge this fall where he has been accepted into a prestigious graduate program. Full story...
Researcher Explores Nanotube Drug Delivery to Improve Chemotherapy
A researcher in biomedical engineering is investigating the use of nanotechnology to enhance drug delivery and strengthen bone implants. Full story...
Service Dogs to Receive Free Eye Exams at VTH
Dogs that usually help others are themselves getting a helping hand as veterinary ophthalmologists nationwide offer free eye exams for service dogs. Full story...
Veterinary-Client Communication Workshops Offered at VTH
Practicing veterinarians looking to improve their communication skills are invited to learn more about the FRANK workshops offered through the Argus Institute at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital. Full story...
Department/Program Seminars
Departmental/program seminar schedule for May 2009. Full schedule...