RUSVM News

There is no denying the interconnectivity between the health of humans, animals, and the environment.

When you were growing up, how many times did you say to yourself, “I want to be a veterinarian?” Probably countless. Why? You love animals! It’s your passion, and now you want to make sure you’re fully prepared to start your journey to becoming a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine.

Taking care of animals can be exhausting. Get helpful pet care tips from veterinarians to make caring for your animals a joyous experience. Let your pets know you love them, read more!

In the race for the cure—or a way to slow the COVID-19 spread—some veterinary researchers are exploring whether man’s best friend can assist. The pandemic has brought a critical awareness to zoonotic diseases and has strengthened the bond between the animal and human worlds.

Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine (RUSVM) faculty member and research leader Dr. Darryn Knobel was recently awarded a grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

From an early age, Hadiyah Edwards dreamed of becoming a veterinarian. And the St. Louis native was so determined that she refused to let her allergies to cats and dogs get in the way of her pursuing her career goal.

Before joining Ross Vet, Bryanna Souza completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Nevada, Reno in Veterinary Science with a Masters in Animal Nutrition in 2016. After graduating, she started working for a small animal clinic and worked weekends with a beef cattle veterinarian.

“I enjoy RUSVM because I absolutely knew I would. I had many alumni connections that told me about what a wonderful program Ross Vet had. I also know that Ross students are some of the coolest people you will ever meet."

“I love Ross Vet because it has allowed me to experience things that I would never be able to at another veterinary school."

Returning home

Lauren Darwin is a fourth semester Rossie originally from Callahan, Florida.

Her adventurous spirit was birthed in the small town where she grew up and from an early age, she knew that she wanted to explore and impact the world.