08-29-11
August 29, 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 kirchoff@umn.edu by noon the Friday before publication.
In this issue - College news
- VMC boosts marketing efforts
- State Fair affects traffic and parking; CVM to have exhibit in U of M building
- President Kaler to visit CVM
- Jeffrey Klausner makes presentation on changing business climate
- AHC seeks applications for Faculty Research Development grants
- USDA announces end of period for election to participate in National Veterinary Accreditation Program
- Registration open for Farm to Table study program in Costa Rica
- Faculty and staff news
- Jaime Modiano receives Excellence in Canine Health Research Award
- Alumni news
- Harry Rozmiarek elected secretary general of ICLAS
- In the news
- KARE-TV, WCCO-TV, and MPR report on brain cancer research
- R.K. Anderson quoted in Pioneer Press pet column
- Calendar
- Clinical Investigation Center
- Needs a home
- Frank, a 14-week-old dachshund/Labrador retriever cross
- Links
VMC boosts marketing efforts The Veterinary Medical Center is boosting its marketing efforts with a series of ads and posters based on the University's "Because" campaign. The “Because…sometimes special friends need specialty care” campaign is designed to raise awareness of specialty care among Minnesota pet owners and encourages them to ask their veterinarian about specialty care or explore specialty options independently. A “Because… good friends don’t always make good choices" ad raises awareness of the VMC’s 24/7 small animal emergency services among pet owners. Full-size versions of the posters are on display outside the CVM Communications office (460 Veterinary Medical Center).    
Another series of posters, "Partners in Giving," is designed to inform people about how they can support the VMC, the Equine Center, and The Raptor Center.   
State Fair affects traffic and parking; CVM to have exhibit in U of M buildingThe Minnesota State Fair runs through Monday, September 5. During this time, traffic increases and parking is tight. Be sure to carry your U card. You need it to receive the University rate at public parking facilities. State Fair gates
The Minnesota State Fair is operating the Commonwealth/Dan Patch gate for access to the Fairgrounds as in previous years. For access and general information about the Minnesota State Fair, visit Parking and Transportation Services at www1.umn.edu/pts/park/StateFair.html. Parking changes
Contract reciprocal parking and public parking are both affected by the State Fair. View how you're affected online. Campus shuttles
Find out more about State Fair and campus shuttle schedules. Resources - If you have questions or concerns about parking, contact Parking and Transportation Services.
- For the latest construction updates, visit centralcorridor.org.
- If you have questions or concerns about University access traffic control for the State Fair, e-mail Lt. Troy Buhta, University of Minnesota Police Department, at buhta001@umn.edu.
- If you have any problems or emergencies during the State Fair dates, contact the Minnesota State Fair chief of police, Art Blakey, at 612-328-1106 or art.blakey@mnstatefair.org.
CVM to have exhibit in U of M building
Don't miss the College of Veterinary Medicine and "Ask the Vet" exhibit in the U of M (Crossroads) building on Dan Patch Avenue Friday, September 2, from 3-9 p.m.
President Kaler to visit CVMNew University of Minnesota President Eric Kaler will visit the College as part of a St. Paul campus tour on Monday, September 19. He is expected to be at the College from approximately 10:30-11:00 a.m. for a whirlwind tour.  Jeffrey Klausner makes presentation on changing business climate
Dr. Jeffrey Klausner, chief medical officer of Banfield Pet Hospital, visited the College to made a presentation on the changing business climate in small animal practice and skills needed by future graduates on August 19. Dr. Klausner was dean of the College from 1998-2007. His presentation is online at http://mediasite.ahc.umn.edu/mediasite/Viewer/?peid=8df99c4b9b234297839c24c77b2d0f8e. (Please note that sound was not recorded due to technical problems, but you can review the 48 slides presented.) AHC seeks applications for Faculty Research Development grantsThe Academic Health Center (AHC) is soliciting applications for Faculty Research Development grants. Funds will be distributed through a competitive peer-review process and are designed to support new or expanding interdisciplinary and interscholastic research. The deadline is September 30. Learn more
USDA announces end of period for election to participate in National Veterinary Accreditation ProgramThe U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) announced that veterinarians who are currently accredited in the National Veterinary Accreditation Program (NVAP) may continue to perform accredited duties and elect to continue to participate in the NVAP until Oct. 1, 2011. A previous notice announced that currently accredited veterinarians may continue to perform accredited duties until further notice, even if they had not received a date for their first accreditation renewal, because logistical difficulties prevented APHIS from processing currently accredited veterinarians (over 50,000) who elected to participate.
APHIS is now close to reaching the goal of processing these elections and is specifying October 1 as the date by which veterinarians must elect to continue to participate in the NVAP. The accreditation of all currently accredited veterinarians who have not elected to participate in the program will expire, ending their authorization to perform accredited work. A Web seminar on the revisions to the NVAP and how to elect to participate is available at mms://ocbmtcwmp.usda.gov/content/aphis/aphis21.wmv.
Registration open for Farm to Table study program in Costa Rica In this week-long program (October 31- November 4, 2011), participants will explore the food system from farm to table in Costa Rica. The program will include site visits along the food supply chain and discussions with private sector and government leaders. For more information and to register, go to http://www.cahfs.umn.edu/meetings_and_events/farmtotable2011/home.html.
Faculty and staff news (top) Jaime Modiano receives Excellence in Canine Health Research Award  Dr. Jaime Modiano, Perlmann Professor of Animal Oncology and director of the Animal Cancer Care and Research program, received the Asa Mays Excellence in Canine Health Research Award at the American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation conference in St. Louis August 12-14. The award is a biennial honor presented to research investigators who demonstrate meritorious advancements in furthering the mission of identifying, characterizing, and treating canine disease and ailments. Jaime made the presentation "Recent Progress in Molecular Genetics of Cancer and Challenges Ahead" at the conference.
Alumni news (top)Harry Rozmiarek elected secretary general of ICLASDr. Harry Rozmiarek, class of 1962, was elected secretary general of the International Council for Laboratory Animal Science (ICLAS) at the ICLAS General Assembly and Conference in Istanbul in June. Dr. Rozmiarek has represented the United States to ICLAS since 2003, was elected to the ICLAS governing board in 2007, and will serve as secretary general from 2011-2015. He is professor emeritus of laboratory animal medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and director of laboratory animal medicine at the Fox Chase Cancer Center. ICLAS is an international scientific organization advancing human and animal health by promoting the ethical care and use of laboratory animals in research worldwide. It includes one member from each of 35 countries, 42 scientific/union organizations, and 35 associate groups.
In the news (top) KARE-TV, WCCO-TV, MPR report on brain cancer researchKARE-TV, WCCO-TV, and MPR reported that brain cancer research that started at the College of Veterinary Medicine with a dog named Batman is now being done in humans. See the stories online at— R.K. Anderson quoted in Pioneer Press pet columnDr. R.K. Anderson, director emeritus of the Animal Behavior Clinic and Center to Study Human/Animal Relationships and Environments, was quoted in "My Pet World" in the Pioneer Press, online at www.twincities.com/life/ci_18692495?nclick_check=1.
Regular meetings, seminars, and rounds
- New Employee Orientation: Mondays, 8:30 a.m.-noon, 458 Veterinary Medical Center
- CVM Research Seminars: Wednesdays, 3 p.m., 125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine, starting September 7
- Veterinary Clinical Sciences Grand Rounds: Thursdays, 8 a.m., 125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine, starting September 8
- 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
September
Friday, September 2 College Exhibit at Minnesota State Fair
3-9 p.m.
Visit the College of Veterinary Medicine exhibit in the University of Minnesota Building on Dan Patch Avenue Monday, September 5University closed for Labor Day holiday Tuesday, September 6 First day of classes Welcome-Back Bagel Breakfast
7-8 a.m.
Lobby of Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine Building
Sponsored by the College of Veterinary Medicine
Faculty, staff, and students are welcome. Bagels, cream cheese, coffee, and orange juice will be available. Wednesday, September 7CVM Research Seminar
Biomarker Response to Acute Joint Injury in a Novel Equine Model of Osteoarthritis
Presented by Dr. Troy Trumble
Hosted by Dr. James Mickelson
3 p.m.
125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine
Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, contact Jaclyn Barnes at barne063@umn.edu or 612-624-2700. Thursday, September 8Veterinary Clinical Sciences Grand Rounds
New Developments in Gastrointestinal Prokinetic Therapy
Presented by Dr. Robert Washabau
8 a.m.
125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine PharmacoNeuroImmunology Seminar
Presented by Dr. Charalabos Pothoulakis, UCLA
12:30-1:30 p.m.
11-157 Surgery Conference Room, Phillips Wangensteen Building World Feline Veterinary Conference
September 8-11
Boston
For details, go to http://catvets.com/professionals/education/conferences/?Id=433. Friday, September 9Welcome-Back Barbecue
5:00-8:30 p.m.
Animal Arena, 1888 Carter Avenue
Sponsored by the Minnesota Veterinary Medical Association, Student Chapter of the American Veterinary Medical Association, and College of Veterinary Medicine
Students, faculty, staff, interns, residents, staff, MVMA members, and their spouses and partners are welcome to attend. Wednesday, September 14CVM Research Seminar
Risk Assessment: New Tool for 21st Century Food Safety Challenges
Presented by Dr. Fernando Sampedro
Hosted by Dr. Will Hueston
3 p.m.
125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine
Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, contact Jaclyn Barnes at barne063@umn.edu or 612-624-2700. Joint Conference of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society, American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care, and Academy of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Technicians
September 14-18
Nashville, Tennessee
For details and to register, go to www.veccs.org/. Thursday, September 15Veterinary Clinical Sciences Grand Rounds
Cancer and Evolution: What is the Solution?
Presented by Dr. Jaime Modiano
8 a.m.
125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine Saturday, September 17 Allen D. Leman Swine Conference
September 17-20
RiverCentre, St. Paul, Minnesota
For details, visit www.cvm.umn.edu/vetmedce/events/adl/ Monday, September 19Visit by President Eric Kaler
New University President Eric Kaler will visit the College as part of a St. Paul campus tour. He is expected to be at the College from approximately 10:30-11:00 a.m. for a whirlwind tour. Wednesday, September 21 CVM Research Seminar
The Phylogeography of Influenza Virus in Swine and Humans: the Intersection of Public and Veterinary Health
Presented by Dr. Martha Nelson, National Institutes of Health
Hosted by Dr. Montse Torremorrell
3 p.m.
125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine
Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, contact Jaclyn Barnes at barne063@umn.edu or 612-624-2700. Thursday, September 22 Veterinary Clinical Sciences Grand Rounds
Update on Canine Brain Tumor Trials
Presented by Dr. Liz Pluhar
8 a.m.
125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine Inauguration of President-designate Eric W. Kaler
11 a.m.
Ted Mann Concert Hall
For details, visit https://events.umn.edu/Inauguration-of-President-designate-Eric-W-Kaler-013219.htm. Annual Conference of the American Association of Bovine Practitioners
September 22-24
St. Louis, Missouri
For details, visit www.aabp.org/meeting/.
Saturday, September 24 Fall Raptor Release
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center, Hastings, Minnesota Wednesday, September 28PharmacoNeuroImmunology Seminar
Presented by Dr. Sing Sing Way
3 p.m.
125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine CVM Research Seminar
Regulatory T Cells and Infectious Disease
Presented by Dr. Sing Sing Way, Pediatric Infectious Disease
Hosted by Dr. Tom Molitor
3 p.m.
125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine
Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, contact Jaclyn Barnes at barne063@umn.edu or 612-624-2700. October
Wednesday, October 5CVM Research Seminar
3 p.m.
125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine
Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, contact Jaclyn Barnes at barne063@umn.edu or 612-624-2700. Thursday, October 6PharmacoNeuroImmunology Seminar
Presented by Dr. Gibson Wood
12:30-1:30 p.m.
11-157 Surgery Conference Room, Phillips Wangensteen Building Sunday, October 9National Veterinary Technician Week
October 9-15
This year's theme is "Pets and vets need techs." For more information, visit https://www.navta.net/events/national-veterinary-technician-week Tuesday, October 11American College of Veterinary Radiology Scientific Meeting
October 11-14
Albuquerque, New Mexico
For details and to register, go to www.acvr.org/members/meetings/index.html. Wednesday, October 12CVM Research Seminar
3 p.m.
125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine
Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, contact Jaclyn Barnes at barne063@umn.edu or 612-624-2700. Friday, October 14Fall Scholarship Reception
6 p.m.
Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center
Tuesday, October 18PharmacoNeuroImmunology Seminar
Presented by Dr. Gayle Baldwin, UCLA
Time and location to be announced Wednesday, October 19Points of Pride Research Day - Seminars and award presentations: 2:00-3:30 p.m., 215 Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center.
- Dr. Srinand Sreevatsan, 2011 Pfizer Research Excellence Award recipient, will present "Mycobacterial Cover Operations—Pretense, Persistence, and Strategic Programming."
- Dr. John Kaneene, 2011 Distinguished Research Alumnus, will present "Comparative Studies of Antimicrobial Resistance in Animals and Humans." Dr. Kaneene is with the Center for Comparative Medicine at Michigan State University.
- Davisco Family Dairies will be named the 2011 Distinguished Research Partner.
- Reception and poster session: 3:45 p.m., lobby of Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine building
For more information, contact Jessica Raines-Jones at 612-624-3002 or visit www.cvm.umn.edu/reserach/researchday. Friday, October 21Class of 1961 Reunion
(Continues through Saturday, October 22) Duke Lecture
The Galapagos—Fragile Past, Brighter Future
Presented by Dr. Julia Ponder and Lori Arent
4 p.m.
215 Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center U of M Homecoming Parade
7 p.m.
CVM faculty, staff, students, and their dogs will join the parade.
For details, visit http://homecoming.umn.edu/parade/. Wednesday, October 26CVM Research Seminar
Cross Talk Between Progesterone Receptors and Proliferative Signaling Pathways in Breast Cancer
Presented by Dr. Carol Lange, Masonic Cancer Center
Hosted by Elise Lamont
3 p.m.
125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine
Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, contact Jaclyn Barnes at barne063@umn.edu or 612-624-2700.
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.
Needs a home (top) Frank (also known as Hank or FurHank) is a 14-week-old male black dachshund/Labrador retriever cross. His mother is a black lab and his father is a dachshund, and it appears he received the best from both breeds. Cute and spunky, he will likely be a small/medium dog. He is excellent with people and other dogs and enjoys playing with kids. He has been socialized to many people and is doing very well on house-training. He sleeps and rides in a kennel with no problems. He’s snuggly and cuddly, too, and will sit on your lap, lie at your feet, or hunker down on your bed at night. He has received his first set of immunizations, deworming, and Frontline, but has not yet been neutered. He walks very well on a leash and trots along quite happily. He is free to a good home looking for a cuddly companion. Contact Marie Gramer at 612-624-7423 or grame003@umn.edu.
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