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Mission: Improving and protecting the lives of animals and people through superior education, transformational research, and compassionate care.

02/11/2026

We continue our celebration of International Day of Women and Girls in Science with Nicole Akers, DVM/PhD candidate at LSU Vet Med, whose mentor is Dr. Tammy Dugas, featured earlier today.

“My superpower is perseverance. In science, perseverance is necessary to bypass obstacles and move forward. Marie Curie is my science hero. Not only was she the first woman to win a Nobel prize, but also the first person to win it twice. She sacrificed much in dedication to her research.”

02/11/2026

International Day of Women and Girls in Science emphasizes closing the STEM gender gap to tackle global challenges and boost innovation. The day was established by the United Nations to support gender equality and strengthen the role of women and girls in scientific and technological advancement worldwide.

This year, we spotlight Dr. Tammy Dugas, associate dean for research and graduate education at LSU School of Veterinary Medicine, whose science hero is Marie Curie. “Her perseverance in science, despite her position as a woman in a man’s world, is inspiring. In 2015, I was honored to participate as a Professeur Invitée at the University Pierre et Marie Curie (Sorbonne University). My mother also instilled in me at a young age, ‘Whatever you can see in your mind and believe, you will achieve.’” Later today, we will feature Dr. Dugas’ mentee, Nicole Akers, LSU Vet Med DVM/PhD candidate.

02/07/2026

What a wonderful day exploring the world of veterinary medicine and scientific discovery at LSU Vet Med's Open House!

We loved welcoming friends and families to our campus — especially the many kids who came ready to ask big questions, meet amazing animals, and experience hands-on science. From future veterinarians to curious young minds, it was inspiring to see so many visitors discovering how compassion, learning, and research come together to advance animal and human health in Louisiana and across the world.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the day such a success. We can’t wait to welcome you back!

02/06/2026

The race is ON! Our LSU Vet Med Dog Daycare Mardi Gras King & Queen voting is officially OPEN!

Cast your votes for the pups who deserve the crown before voting closes on Friday, February 13.

Vote here: https://forms.gle/CmCyFtS8sjCozeFd9

Who’s taking home the beads and the bragging rights? Let the paw-ty begin!

02/06/2026

Addiction affects one in ten people. Dr. Ethan Anderson, assistant professor in the Department of Comparative Biomedical Sciences, studies how addiction rewires the brain’s reward center—the nucleus accumbens—driving powerful cravings for substances like alcohol and opioids. With a $2 million NIH R01 grant from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, his lab is exploring how changes in this region influence behavior, with the goal of developing therapies that reduce craving and support freedom from addiction.

Dr. Anderson’s work aims to uncover the molecular mechanisms behind craving—and ultimately help people regain control and move toward healthier lives.

📖Read the story: https://www.lsu.edu/vetmed/blog/2026/freedom_from_addiction.php
📹Watch Dr. Anderson in conversation with Dean Oliver Garden on 3Q with Oliver: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=duTFnCs_BLU

02/05/2026

We are proud to attend the annual Arkansas Veterinary Medical Association Winter Meeting in Hot Springs. Louisiana and Arkansas share a border, a way of life, and so much more. Our unique partnership with Arkansas is a source of excellence for both states and provides great benefit to our students, our mission, and the people who call Arkansas and Louisiana home. For our alumni, partners and colleagues at the event, come see our booth and say hello!

02/04/2026

While many veterinary students follow a traditional academic route, Hannah Porter is balancing the demands of veterinary school with a military commission—earning her DVM while serving as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army Veterinary Corps through the F. Edward Hebert Armed Forces Health Professions Scholarship Program. With six years in the National Guard as a military police officer, Hannah brings the resilience, discipline, and leadership shaped by more than 2,000 deployment hours in Eastern Europe into her veterinary training.

Army veterinarians care for military working dogs, safeguard the nation’s food supply, support public health, and provide care for service members’ pets around the world. Yet for many students, the military remains an underexplored option in veterinary medicine. Hannah’s story demonstrates how service can expand professional horizons while offering meaningful contributions to both animal and human health. Read her full story: https://www.lsu.edu/vetmed/blog/2026/porter.php

02/04/2026

Something paw-some is coming! The annual LSU Vet Med Dog Daycare Mardi Gras Dog King & Queen voting opens this Friday! Meet this year’s adorable candidates and help crown our royal pups. Check back here soon to cast your vote and join the fun.

02/03/2026

Spread the word! LSU Vet Med Open House is Saturday, Feb. 7, 9AM - 2PM! This free, family-friendly event invites you to explore the world of veterinary medicine and biomedical research. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn how veterinarians protect animal health and discover how research conducted at LSU Vet Med benefits both animals and people. Thank you to our primary event sponsor Animal Health Clinic of Baton Rouge for helping make this day possible! Animal Health Clinic of Baton Rouge

01/29/2026

Every year, the LSU School of Veterinary Medicine’s Wildlife Hospital treats about 2,000 injured wild animals—from raptors and turtles to mammals and waterfowl—helping most return to the wild. All of this happens in just 350 square feet, even as patient numbers have increased by more than 40%.

To meet that growing need, plans are underway for a new, stand-alone Wildlife Hospital of Louisiana. The expanded facility will include surgery and ICU areas, advanced imaging, species-specific treatment spaces, research labs, classrooms, and interactive exhibits—allowing care for more animals while expanding learning and outreach.

The new hospital will serve injured wildlife from across Louisiana, train students from high school through graduate programs, support conservation research and disease monitoring, and help protect the state’s wildlife for generations to come. Read more: https://www.lsu.edu/vetmed/blog/2026/wildlife_expansion.php

01/29/2026

Calling all pups! LSU Vet Med Dog Daycare is officially accepting nominations for our Mardi Gras King & Queen! To qualify for a nomination, your pup will need to be registered to attend a full day at LSU Dog Daycare by January 30.

Think your dog has what it takes to rule the parade?

👉 To nominate, click the link below and simply follow the directions listed on the page to book your appointment:
https://crm.pawfinity.com/lsudogdaycare/

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