04-25-11
April 25, 2011
CVM NewsCalendar is a biweekly newsletter for faculty, staff, and students of the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine. Please submit news and calendar items to Sue Kirchoff, editor, at kirch004@umn.edu by noon the Friday before publication.
In this issue - College news
- Peggy Root Kustritz to receive distinguished teaching award today
- Annual CVM graduation picnic is Friday, April 29
- Caffeinated Conversations to explore thinking outside the box
- World Veterinary Day is April 30
- Registration underway for One Health Workshop
- Service dogs to receive free eye exams at Veterinary Medical Center
- In the news
- Jody Lulich quoted in Veterinary Practice News
- Peter Davies and Liz Wagstrom cited on Cattle Network
- Calendar
- Clinical Investigation Center
- Links
Peggy Root Kustritz to receive distinguished teaching award today  Dr. Margaret (Peggy) Root Kustritz, assistant dean of education, will be honored with the Graduate-Professional Teaching Award for outstanding contributions to postbaccalaureate, graduate, and professional education at the Distinguished Teaching Awards Ceremony today from 3:30 to 5 p.m. in McNamara Alumni Center, 200 Oak St. S.E., Minneapolis. A reception will follow the ceremony.
The Distinguished Teaching Award is the University of Minnesota’s most prestigious award for excellence in teaching. Peggy will also be one of 15 faculty members inducted into the Academy of Distinguished Teachers. As members of the academy, these faculty members provide important leadership to the university community by serving as mentors, advisers, and spokespersons for the University's mission. “This occasion celebrates the significance and value the University places on excellent teaching,” said Tom Sullivan, senior vice president for academic affairs and provost. “These teachers have gone above and beyond the call of duty in their commitment to work with students and see them grow and succeed. It is very fitting that we shine a spotlight on these faculty members’ remarkable efforts, and extend our deep appreciation." Learn more at www.MinnesotaAlumni.org/DTA.
Annual CVM graduation picnic is Friday, April 29
 D.V.M. and graduate students and their families and CVM faculty and staff are invited to the College's annual graduation picnic on Friday, April 29, at 5 p.m. in the Animal Arena. The meal at the celebratory send-off will include grilled and carved lamb, turkey, ham, veggie burgers, rolls, chips, potato salad, pasta salad, coleslaw, baked beans, soda, and water. Goldy Gopher will be there, and guests are welcome to bring their cameras if they would like a photo with him. No RSVPs are necessary, and the event will take place rain or shine. Any questions should be directed to Bre Ward at ward0290@umn.edu or 612-624-7637. Caffeinated Conversations to explore thinking outside the box "External Research Funding Opportunities: Thinking Outside the Box" will be the topic of Caffeinated Conversations on Research on Thursday, April 28, from 3:45-5:00 p.m. in 213 Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center. (Refreshments will be served at 3:30 p.m.) Amy Kircher, associate director of the National Center for Food Protection and Defense, will discuss the broad mission of the U.S. Department of Defense and the potential fit between Department of Defense funding and CVM research programs. Scott Dee and Montse Torremorell will describe different types of partnerships between university-based research and industry. World Veterinary Day is April 30 World Veterinary Day, April 30, will raise awareness of veterinarians' role in rabies prevention and control. To learn more, visit http://www.avma.org/onlnews/javma/apr11/110415m.asp.
Registration underway for One Health Workshop Registration is underway for One Health Workshop 2011: Creating One Health Partnerships in International Development, on Wednesday, May 11, from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. in the A.J. Johnson Great Room of the McNamara Alumni Center. The objective of each year's One Health Workshop is to identity three or four new initiatives with a high likelihood of success in fostering government-industry-academic collaborations in One Health teaching, research, or service. Seed grants will be given to help kick off several of these new collaborations. Keynote speaker will be James Nyoro, managing director, Africa, at the Rockefeller Foundation. Lunch is included, and a reception will follow the conference. For more information and to register, go to http://register.cce.umn.edu/Course.pl?sect_key=185241. Register by April 29. If you have any questions, please contact Sara at 612-625-8709 or deus0003@umn.edu.
Service dogs to receive free eye exams at Veterinary Medical Center Service dogs will be receiving free eye exams at the Veterinary Medical Center (VMC) in May as part of the fourth annual ACVO-Merial National Service Dog Eye Exam Event. Sponsored by the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO) and the animal pharmaceutical firm Merial, the event offers complimentary eye screening examinations to qualifying service animals. VMC ophthalmologist Dr. Christine Lim and more than 160 other board-certified veterinary ophthalmologists across the U.S. and Canada will donate their time to provide screening eye exams to service dogs. Last year, more than 3,200 active service dogs received free eye exams throughout the month of May. The veterinarians will be looking for early signs of eye trouble or anything that could limit the dog's vision in the future. To qualify, dogs must be “active working animals” that were certified by a formal training program or organization or currently enrolled in a formal training program. Registration began April 1 around the country and runs through April 29. To register, clients should go to www.ACVOEyeExam.org; appointments will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, visit www.acvoeyeexam.org/press/pressframe.html.
In the news (top) Jody Lulich quoted in Veterinary Practice News "Diet Beats Surgery for Urolith Removal," an article in the April issue of Veterinary Practice News, quoted Dr. Jody Lulich. The story is online at www.veterinarypracticenews.com/vet-education-series/diet-beats-surgery-for-urolith-removal.aspx. Peter Davies and Liz Wagstrom cited on Cattle Network "Staph Contamination Study is Misleading, Meat Industry Says," a story posted on Cattle Network on April 15, cited Drs. Peter Davies and Liz Wagstrom. The story is online at www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-news/latest/Staph-contamination-study-is-misleading-meat-industry-says-119923304.html?ref=304.
Regular meetings, seminars, and rounds
- New Employee Orientation: Mondays, 8:30 a.m.-noon, 458 Veterinary Medical Center
- Seminar in Comparative and Molecular Biosciences: Tuesdays, noon-1 p.m., 125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine (through May 3)
- CVM Research Seminar: Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m., 135 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine (through May 4)
- Veterinary Clinical Sciences Grand Rounds: Thursdays, 8-9 a.m., 125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine
- Comparative Oncology Seminar: Every two months on the second Thursday of the month, noon, 280 Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory
- Large Animal Grand Rounds: Fridays, 8-9 a.m., Nutrena Conference Center, Leatherdale Equine Center
- Conversation on Teaching, Seminar on Teaching, or CVM Teaching Academy: Fridays, noon-12:50 p.m., 213 or 215 Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center (through June 10)
- Swine Seminar: Fridays, 3 p.m., 385J Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine (through May 20)
April
Monday, April 25Distinguished Teaching Awards Ceremony
3:30-5:00 p.m. A reception will follow the ceremony.
McNamara Alumni Center, 200 Oak St. S.E., Minneapolis
Dr. Margaret (Peggy) Root Kustritz, assistant dean of education, will be honored with the Graduate-Professional Teaching Award for outstanding contributions to postbaccalaureate, graduate, and professional education.
For details, visit www.MinnesotaAlumni.org/DTA. Tuesday, April 26 Hill's Pet Food Distribution
Noon-12:45 p.m.
Gortner Avenue dock, Large Animal Hospital Seminar in Comparative and Molecular Biosciences
Investigation Into Genetic Risk Factors for Calcium Oxalate Urolithiasis in Miniature Schnauzers
Presented by Dr. Eva Furrow
Advisor: Dr. Ned Patterson
Noon-1 p.m.
125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine
Contact: Dr. Mark Rutherford, ruthe003@umn.edu Wednesday, April 27 Hill's Pet Food Distribution
7:00-7:45 a.m., noon-12:45 p.m., and 5:00-5:45 p.m.
Gortner Avenue dock, Large Animal Hospital Open House for President Robert H. Bruininks and Susan A. Hagstrum
Celebrating their leadership and dedication to the University of Minnesota
9-11 a.m. (program at 10 a.m.)
DQ Room, TCF Bank Stadium CVM Research Seminar
The Emergence of Livestock-Associated MRSA-Host Adaptation, Risk Assessment, and Risk Communication
Presented by Dr. Peter Davies
3 p.m.
135 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine
Hosted by Dr. Scott Dee; everyone is welcome to attend.
For more information, contact Jaclyn Barnes at barne063@umn.edu. Thursday, April 28 Hill's Pet Food Distribution
7:00-7:45 a.m.
Gortner Avenue dock, Large Animal Hospital Caffeinated Conversations on Research
External Research Funding Opportunities: Thinking Outside the Box
3:35-5:00 p.m. (refreshments will be served at 3:30 p.m.)
213 Pomeroy Student Alumni Learning Center
Amy Kircher, associate director of the National Center for Food Protection and Defense, will discuss the broad mission of the U.S. Department of Defense and the potential fit between Department of Defense funding and CVM research programs. Scott Dee and Montse Torremorell will describe different types of partnerships between university-based research and industry. Friday, April 29 Minnesota Horse Expo: April 29-May 1
Minnesota State Fairgrounds
Minnesota Horse Expo will include tours of the Equine Center on Friday, April 29, at 1:30, 3:00, and 4:30 p.m., and Saturday, April 30, at 10:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 1:00 p.m.
Learn more at www.mnhorseexpo.org/. Hill's Pet Food Distribution
7:00-7:45 a.m.
Gortner Avenue dock, Large Animal Hospital CVM Teaching Academy
Adjusting to Changing Institutional Expectations
Presented by Deb Wingert
Noon-1 p.m.
213 Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center Swine Seminar
Presented by Nubia Macedo and Carmen Alonso
3 p.m.
385J Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine College of Veterinary Medicine Annual Graduation Picnic
5 p.m.
Animal Arena
D.V.M. and graduate students and their families are invited, as well as CVM faculty and staff.
Contact: Bre Ward, 612-624-7637 or ward0290@umn.edu Saturday, April 30 World Veterinary Day
Learn more at www.avma.org/onlnews/javma/apr11/110415m.asp. Minnesota Horse Expo: continues today through May 1
Minnesota State Fairgrounds
Minnesota Horse Expo will include tours of the Equine Center on Saturday, April 30, at 10:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 1:00 p.m.
Learn more at www.mnhorseexpo.org/. College of Veterinary Medicine Commencement
By invitation only
7:30 p.m.
Ted Mann Concert Hall
West Bank, Twin Cities Campus
Contact: Bre Ward, ward0290@umn.edu, 612-624-7637 May
Monday, May 2 Avian Orthopedic Workshop
The Raptor Center
For details and to register, go to www.cvm.umn.edu/raptor/MedicalServices/TrainingOpportunities/ClassesWorkshops/avianortho/home.html Tuesday, May 3 Basic Raptor Rehabilitation Workshop: May 3-6
The Raptor Center
For details, visit www.cvm.umn.edu/raptor/MedicalServices/TrainingOpportunities/ClassesWorkshops/basicrehab/home.html Seminar in Comparative and Molecular Biosciences
The Role of DRG Neurons and Gender in Cancer Pain
Presented by Jen Triemstra
Advisor: Dr. Al Beitz
Noon-1 p.m.
125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine
Contact: Dr. Mark Rutherford, ruthe003@umn.edu Wednesday, May 4 CVM Research Seminar
NOD2, Mycobacterium Avium Paratuberculosis, and Crohn's Disease
Presented by Dr. Marcel Behr, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, Canada
3 p.m.
135 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine
Hosted by Dr. Srinand Sreevatsan; everyone is welcome to attend.
For more information, contact Jaclyn Barnes at barne063@umn.edu. Thursday, May 5 Mather Lecture
Diagnostic Approach to Pruritus in Dogs
Presented by Dr. Sandra Koch
7 p.m.
215 Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center
This lecture will be simulcast. For details and to register, go to www.cvm.umn.edu/vetmedce/events/mather/. Friday, May 6 Conversations on Teaching
Presented by Al Beitz and Tom Molitor
Noon-1 p.m.
213 Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center Hill's Pet Food Distribution Order Window Closes
11:59 p.m. Order online through the Hill's online ordering system at www.hills-holos.com. Swine Seminar
The Effect of PRRS Modified Live Vaccine on Viral Shedding
Presented by Daniel Linhares
3 p.m.
385J Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine Saturday, May 7Western Dressage Clinic: May 7-8
Leatherdale Equine Center Spring Raptor Release
11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Hyland Lake Park Reserve, Bloomington
Free. For details, visit www.cvm.umn.edu/raptor/NewsandEvents/ Wednesday, May 11 One Health Workshop: Creating One Health Partnerships in International Development
8 a.m.-5 p.m.
A.J. Johnson Great Room, McNamara Alumni Center
Lunch is included, and a reception will follow the conference.
For more information and to register, go to http://register.cce.umn.edu/Course.pl?sect_key=185241. Register by April 29.
Contact: Sara at 612-625-8709 or deus0003@umn.edu Cancer and Cardiovascular Research Groundbreaking
3:30-5:30 p.m.; program, 4 p.m.
Corner of 6th Street S.E. and 23rd Avenue S.E. next to TCF Bank Stadium, East Bank Campus
RSVP by Wednesday, May 4, to ahccomm@umn.edu or 612-624-5100. Friday, May 13 World Conference on Veterinary Education: May 13-15
Lyon, France
For details and to register, visit http://blanc.vet-lyon.fr/test/cmev2011/. Seminar on Teaching
Internationalizing Curriculum
Presented by Gayle Woodruff
Noon-1 p.m.
213 Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center Swine Seminar
Characterization of Influenza A Outbreaks in Minnesota Swine Herds and Measures Taken to Reduce Risk of Zoonotic Transmission
Presented by Amanda Beaudoin
3 p.m.
385J Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine Tuesday, May 17 Minnesota Dairy Health Conference: May 17-19
Minneapolis Airport Marriott, Bloomington, Minnesota
For details, visit www.cvm.umn.edu/vetmedce/events/MinnesotaDairyHealth/dairy/home.html. Wednesday, May 18 Hill's Pet Food Distribution
Noon-12:45 p.m. and 3:00-3:45 p.m.
Gortner Avenue dock, Large Animal Hospital Thursday, May 19 Hill's Pet Food Distribution
7:00-7:45 a.m. and 4:00-4:45 p.m.
Gortner Avenue dock, Large Animal Hospital Dean's Circle Donor Event
- By invitation only -
Featured speaker: Dr. Susan Hagstrum
6 p.m.
TCF Bank Stadium Friday, May 20 Hill's Pet Food Distribution
7:00-7:45 a.m.
Gortner Avenue dock, Large Animal Hospital Conversations on Teaching
Presented by Al Beitz and Tom Molitor
Noon-1 p.m.
213 Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center Swine Seminar
Presented by Matt Allerson
3 p.m.
385J Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine Monday, May 23 Public Health Institute: May 23-June 10
University of Minnesota School of Public Health
Faculty and guest speakers from the College of Veterinary Medicine will include Dr. Will Hueston, Shaun Kennedy, Dr. Larissa Minicucci, Dr. Katey Pelican, Dr. Randall Singer, Dr. Dominic Travis, and Dr. Scott Wells.
For course listings and registration information, go to www.sph.umn.edu/ce/institute or call 612-626-4515. Thursday, May 26 Foot and Mouth Disease Response & Recovery Forum
Orville Freeman Building, St. Paul
Engage in discussions of various Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) response options, their impacts, and challenges in this full-day program. This event is part of the Finding Common Ground Forum Series, hosted by the Global Initiative for Food Systems Leadership and Center for Integrative Leadership.
Learn more and register at www.leadership.umn.edu/news/FCG_FMD.html. Monday, May 30 University closed for Memorial Day holiday June
Wednesday, June 1Society for Imaging Informatics Professional Bootcamp
8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Washington, D.C.
For details and to register, go to www.siim2011.org/iip_bootcamp Thursday, June 2Society for Imaging Informatics in Medicine 2011 Annual Meeting: June 2-5
Washington, D.C.
For details and to register, go to www.siim2011.org/index.html Mather Lecture
The Small Animal Reproductive Tract: Breaking News
Presented by Dr. Margaret Root Kustritz
7 p.m.
215 Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center
This lecture will be simulcast. For details and to register, go to www.cvm.umn.edu/vetmedce/events/mather/. Friday, June 3Provost's Scholarship Open
8:30 a.m.
University of Minnesota Golf Course
Hosted by the the Department of Recreational Sports and the University Golf Course, this golf tournament benefits University of Minnesota students by raising funds to endow student scholarships. It is open to the entire University community, including faculty, staff, students, alumni, and friends.
For details and to download a registration form, go to www.recsports.umn.edu/emails/provost. Seminar on Teaching
Noon-1 p.m.
213 Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center Friday, June 10Conversations on Teaching
Presented by Al Beitz and Tom Molitor
Noon-1 p.m.
213 Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center Wednesday, June 15American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine Forum: June 15-18
Denver, Colorado
For details and to register, go to www.acvim.org/websites/forum2011/index.php?p=460 Saturday, June 25Second Annual VMC Great Golf Get-together
You can help important research efforts. For information about clinical studies currently enrolling in the Veterinary Medical Center, visit the Clinical Investigation Center Web site at www.cvm.umn.edu/cic/current.
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