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

06/24/2026

LSU Vet Med announces Emily Ward Bivens as its fifth Artist-in-Residence, continuing a first-of-its-kind program at a U.S. veterinary school that uses the intersection of art and science as a catalyst to inspire interdisciplinary discoveries.

An acclaimed visual artist, educator, and former biology student, Bivens will spend July 13–Aug. 7 engaging with faculty, students, researchers, and animals to spark new artistic perspectives and bodies of work. Her residency reflects LSU Vet Med’s commitment to fostering connections between scientific discovery and artistic expression. Bivins will donate one work of art to the school’s growing collection.

The residency will conclude with a public exhibition of work inspired by her time at LSU Vet Med, with details to be announced soon. Read more: https://www.lsu.edu/vetmed/news/2026/artist_in_residence_bivens.php

06/23/2026

LSU and LSU Vet Med played a leading role in the success of NISBRE 2026, bringing together more than 1,200 biomedical researchers, trainees, program leaders, and NIH representatives from across the country to Washington D.C.

As the lead organizing institution, LSU helped coordinate the conference and its inaugural NIH and NCATS site visits, creating unique opportunities for students and trainees to engage directly with federal research programs and laboratories.

The conference also highlighted the excellence of LSU researchers, educators, staff, and trainees, who earned multiple awards for scientific research, mentorship, teaching, and poster presentations. Congratulations to all who represented LSU and helped make NISBRE 2026 a success.

06/22/2026

We celebrated the accomplishments of our veterinary house officers as they complete their advanced training at LSU Vet Med and prepare for the next chapter of their careers.

Veterinary house officers are licensed veterinarians who spend several years in intensive training through internships and residency programs. They are an essential part of our Veterinary Teaching Hospital, providing expert patient care and mentoring the next generation of veterinarians. Simply put, our hospital could not function without their dedication, expertise, and countless hours of service.

We are grateful for the impact they have made on our patients, clients, students, and colleagues!

06/19/2026

Dr. Patrick Hall, resident in the Division of Laboratory Animal Medicine, has been named LSU Vet Med Community Champion of the Month for May. The Community Champion of the Month program acknowledges the amazing work our students, staff, and faculty do every day and celebrates extraordinary individuals. Congrats, Dr. Hall!

06/18/2026

This July, LSU and LSU Vet Med will welcome leading scientists from around the world to Baton Rouge to explore how epigenetics—the biological processes that influence how genes are expressed—shapes health, development, and inheritance.

The International Symposium on Epigenetic Inheritance, taking place July 15–17, will bring together researchers studying how environmental factors, life experiences, and biology may influence health across generations.

The symposium will feature a keynote presentation by Dr. Isabelle Mansuy of the University of Zurich: “How Life Experiences Can Influence Us and Our Descendants: An Epigenetic Perspective.”

Learn more and explore the full program at the link in the comments.

06/17/2026

From companion animals to farm animals and wildlife, every patient at the LSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital has a story.

Discover how our teams collaborate across specialties to provide advanced medicine, innovative treatments, and compassionate care that help animals heal and return home to their families. Meet patients like Emmy, Zatanna, Margot, and Wizard, whose journeys highlight the expertise and dedication of LSU Vet Med clinicians.

Read their stories at the link in the comments.

06/16/2026

LSU Vet Med has appointed Dr. Britta Leise as interim head of the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences. A two-time LSU graduate, board-certified equine surgeon, educator, researcher, and leader, Dr. Leise has served the LSU Vet Med community as a clinician and educator since 2015. Since 2021, she has also led faculty and staff initiatives as associate dean for staff and faculty advancement.

Her experience in the LSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital, commitment to student and resident success, and proven leadership on faculty and staff initiatives make her exceptionally well prepared for this role.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Leise on her appointment.

06/12/2026

WE DISCOVER: LSU Vet Med is at the forefront of biomedical research at the prestigious National IDeA Symposium of Biomedical Research Excellence (NISBRE) 2026 event on June 14-17, which brings together more than 1,000 biomedical researchers, trainees, program leaders, and NIH representatives from across the country.

As part of LSU's leadership role as a Diamond Sponsor of this premier national event and an organizing institution, LSU Vet Med faculty, researchers, staff, and trainees are contributing as conference organizers, speakers, moderators, panelists, and scientific leaders. Their participation reflects our commitment to advancing discovery, training the next generation of scientists, and strengthening collaborations that improve animal, human, and environmental health in Louisiana and around the world.

06/11/2026

From caring for horses as a young rider to pursuing advanced research in equine health, LSU Vet Med student Saige Annison is building her future in veterinary medicine around a passion for improving the lives of horses. After earning her master's degree studying laminitis, a painful hoof disease that affected her own horse following the 2016 flood in Denham Springs, Louisiana, she is enrolled in a DVM/PhD dual-degree program with plans to combine scientific discovery and clinical care.

Inspired by mentors and supported by her classmates, Saige is preparing for a career that bridges research and patient care in sports medicine and internal medicine. Read more about her story here: https://www.lsu.edu/vetmed/blog/2026/annison.php

06/10/2026

This month, hosted three groups of high school students participating in the Area Health Education Center (AHEC) Summer Program. These students are exploring healthcare careers through job shadowing, workshops, field trips, and hands-on learning experiences across Louisiana.

During their visit, students learned about careers in veterinary medicine, toured our facilities, and discovered how veterinarians contribute to the health and well-being of animals, people, and communities.

We enjoyed sharing the many opportunities available in veterinary medicine and helping students explore future career paths.

We wish them the best as they continue their healthcare journey!

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