11-05-12
November 5, 2012
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
- Tuesday is Election Day
- Anonymous donor gives $225,000 for VetFAST
- First Leman China Swine Conference draws 650 people from 10 countries
- Veterinary Medicine Response Strike Team to meet November 14
- Celebration of RK Anderson's life planned for December 5
- Applications to DVM program top 1,000
- Return to the Galápagos
- Community Fund Drive participation reaches 20.58 percent
- Food Policy Research Center offers funding opportunity
- Nominate outstanding teachers
- Fan mail
- CVM Web traffic report: October 2012
- Faculty and staff news
- Maria Pieters and Albert Rovira are authors of article for National Hog Farmer
- John Fetrow's counterpoint published in Star Tribune
- Congratulations: recent promotions
- Welcome to the College
- In the news
- The Raptor Center's program on lead poisoning and return to the Galapagos
- R.K. Anderson
- A dog's accidental death
- Betty Kramek and Bear
- We Can Ride
- Research news
- Canine cancer patient biospecimens available
- Calendar
- Clinical Investigation Center
- Need a home
- Female tabby cat
- Blood donors need foster homes
- Links
Tuesday is Election Day Election Day is Tuesday, November 6, and the University encourages everyone to vote. Polls are open from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m., and Minnesota law allows for employees to be absent from work on Election Day for the time necessary to vote. If you think you may miss work, be sure to let your supervisor know ahead of time. To find out where your polling place is located or how to register to vote on Election Day, see Minnesota Secretary of State Voter Information. Anonymous donor gives $225,000 for VetFASTBill Venne, chief development officer, reports that an anonymous donor has given $225,000 to the College of Veterinary Medicine to support the VetFAST program. The donors, a couple from rural Wisconsin, are grateful clients who read the Economic Contribution of the Veterinary Medicine Industry in Minnesota report and are concerned about the lack of veterinarians in rural areas. VetFAST scholarships support veterinary students committed to working in rural areas after graduation. Read more about VetFAST First Leman China Swine Conference draws 650 people from 10 countriesAfter more than a year of preparation, the first Leman China Swine Conference was a success. Held on October 15-16 at the Sofitel Hotel in Xi’an, China, the conference hosted 650 people representing over 100 companies from 10 countries. Learn more Veterinary Medicine Response Strike Team to meet November 14A meeting of the University of Minnesota Medical Reserve Corps Veterinary Medicine Response Strike Team is scheduled for Wednesday, November 14, from noon-12:50 p.m. in 125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine. Hosted by the College of Veterinary Medicine and led by Dr. Larissa Minicucci, veterinary public health program director, the Veterinary Medicine Response Strike Team responds to local and national animal health-related emergencies and disasters, such as Hurricane Sandy. This meeting is designed to provide an overview of the U of M Medical Reserve Corps with a focus on activities, training events, and past and potential deployments of the strike team. Current team members and those interested in learning more about the team are welcome to attend. Pizza and beverages will be provided. Register by sending an e-mail to medicalreserve@umn.edu by November 12. Celebration of RK Anderson's life planned for December 5A celebration of Dr. R.K. Anderson’s life is planned for Wednesday, December 5, from 4:00-6:30 p.m. in the St. Paul Student Center Ballroom. The event is open to the public; everyone is welcome. One of the college's most accomplished faculty members, R.K. Anderson died on October 18 at the age of 90. Learn more Applications to DVM program top 1,000The College of Veterinary Medicine received 1,031 applications this year for fall 2013 admission, reports Karen Nelson, director of admissions. Nine new students were accepted into the VetFAST program, and four students started their DVM program through VetFAST this fall. Return to the GalápagosDr. Julia Ponder, executive director of The Raptor Center (TRC), headed to the Galapagos island of Pinzón last week to continue TRC's work with the Galápagos hawk—which will also help the Pinzón giant tortoise, an animal currently listed as "extinct in the wild" by the International Union for Conservation of Nature. Learn more Community Fund Drive participation reaches 20.58 percent As of November 2, the College of Veterinary Medicine's participation in the Community Fund drive was 20.58 percent, which compared to a total participation rate of 24.8 percent in 2011, 15.81 percent in 2010, and 21.58 percent in 2009. University-wide, the participation rate for 2012 was 26.47 percent. Within the Academic Health Center, the rate was 11.46 percent. 2012 prize winners included Cathy Carlson, Veterinary Population Medicine, who won a $10 gift card for Tony's Diner, and Kathy Stuebner, Clinical Investigation Center, who won a free shake for two from Potbelly. Food Policy Research Center offers funding opportunityThe Food Policy Research Center (FPRC) has announced a fall 2012 Request for Proposals. FPRC is requesting applications to fund innovative food and nutrition policy analyses. Preference will be given to transdisciplinary faculty teams who solicit broad input and examine policies from multiple perspectives such as public health, economics, and the environment. One-page letters of intent are due Nov. 15. For more information, see FPRC proposals. Nominate outstanding teachersNominations are being sought for the University's 2013 Award for Outstanding Contributions to Postbaccalaureate, Graduate, and Professional Education. Pending final approval by the Board of Regents, both faculty and P&A teachers are now eligible for the awards. The deadline for submitting nomination dossiers is Jan. 17. For more information, visit www.academic.umn.edu/provost/awards/gradprof.html.
Fan mail Dr. Erin Malone, assistant medical director, received a long testimonial from Sarah Travis, a dressage trainer in the west metro area, part of which included high praise for Dr. Nicolas Ernst, assistant clinical professor, and Kyla Awes, a Twin Cities-area certified animal chiropractor who provides chiropractic care at the Piper Clinic. "For many years, I have felt that Dr. Ernst is the best lameness vet I have ever used," Sarah wrote. "To be able to come to a single location and have two of the most knowledgeable and analytical doctors available work together in the evaluation and treatment of horses is priceless in the treatment of subtle physical problems before they interfere significantly with a horse’s training program or develop into more serious or chronic problems. Most importantly, both Dr. Awes and Dr. Ernst are true animal lovers, not interested in masking problems for short term success but in truly promoting the long-term well-being of the horses in their care."
CVM Web traffic report: October 2012Top 10 College of Veterinary Medicine websites
By number of visits
Data from Google Analytics - College of Veterinary Medicine: 25,748 visits
- Veterinary Anatomy: 16,721 visits
- Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory: 10,344 visits
- Equine Center: 7,605 visits
- Veterinary Medical Center: 7,105 visits
- The Raptor Center: 6,157 visits
- Education and Student Services: 5,620 visits
- Minnesota Urolith Center: 4,472 visits
- Veterinary Medical Library
- Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences: 2,271 visits
By the numbers
Visits to the CVM home page came from 9,545 people in 102 countries and territories. Ninety-five percent of those visitors were from the United States, and 75 percent of those were from Minnesota, mostly St. Paul. Most (71 percent) were returning visitors. Visitors viewed an average of 1.92 pages and spent an average of 3:41 minutes on the site. Most (55 percent) used Internet Explorer. The Veterinary Anatomy site had visitors from 132 countries and territories.
Faculty and staff news (top) Maria Pieters and Albert Rovira are authors of article for National Hog Farmer"Understanding Mycoplasma pneumonia Prevalence at Weaning," by Maria Pieters, DVM, and Albert Rovira, DVM, was published by National Hog Farmer on October 29. John Fetrow's counterpoint published in Star Tribune "Dairy Cows Are Well Cared For," by Dr. John Fetrow, a counterpoint to an October 21 letter to the editor, was published in the October 26 issue of the Star Tribune.
Congratulations: recent promotionsCongratulations to these staff members on their recent promotions: - Jessica Coffey, promoted to senior veterinary technician
- Leslie Hiber, promoted to veterinarian assistant practitioner
- Shannon Moore, promoted to senior veterinary technician
Welcome to the CollegeWelcome to the following employeers who joined the College of Veterinary Medicine in October: Human Resources
Susan M. Wikstrom, HR specialist Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences
Yawu Jing, post-doctoral associate
Veterinary Medical Center
Athena M. Diesch, VMC clinical counselor
Veterinary Population Medicine
Ahmed Mohamed Abd-Allah, post-doctoral associate
Gamal E. Elmubark, post-doctoral associate
Kamol Suwannakarn, post-doctoral associate
In the news (top)The Raptor Center's program on lead poisoning and return to the Galapagos R. K. Anderson
The death of Dr. Robert K. (R.K.) Anderson was covered by the Star Tribune in a lengthy obituary on November 2, as well as by a number of veterinary websites and publications, including Cat Channel, Dog Channel, DVM 360, Pet Product News, and Veterinary Practice News. A dog's accidental death
WCCO-TV interviewed Dr. Kelly Hall for "Family Warns of Dog Treat Bag Dangers After Losing Pup," an October 29 story about a dog that was suffocated when her head got stuck in a treat bag.
Betty Kramek and Bear
Dr. Betty Kramek was cited in "Bear Running," a story in the October 19 issue of Fergus Falls Journal. Bear, a mixed breed shepherd, had surgery at the Veterinary Medical Center to repair his left leg in June, when Dr. Kramek removed bone cartilage and used a steel rod to straighten the leg and to fuse the wrist and leg together. The story is online at www.fergusfallsjournal.com/2012/10/19/bear-running/. We Can Ride
"Service Group to Leave University," an article in the October 23 issue of the Minnesota Daily, reported on the University's decision not to renew We Can Ride's lease at the Equine Center. The story was also covered by KSTP-TV, whose story is online at http://kstp.com/news/stories/s2809666.shtml.
Research news (top)Canine cancer patient biospecimens availableCanine cancer patient biospecimens are now available for scientific use through the Canine Comparative Oncology and Genomics Consortium (CCOGC) and the Pfizer-CCOGC Biospecimen Repository. For more information about CCOGC and to apply for samples from the biorepository, visit www.ccogc.net or contact them at biospecimens@ccogc.net.
Regular meetings, seminars, and rounds
New Employee Orientation: Mondays, 8:30 a.m.-noon, 458 Veterinary Medical Center (canceled for November 5) CVM Research Seminars: Wednesdays, 3 p.m., 125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine Veterinary Clinical Sciences Grand Rounds: Thursdays, 8 a.m., 135 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine or 145 Veterinary Science Comparative Oncology Seminar: Every 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 Seminars on Teaching/Conversations on Teaching: Fridays, noon-12:50 p.m., 202 Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center
Tuesday, November 6Election Day
As a University of Minnesota employee, you may take necessary time from work on Election Day, without penalty or reduction from your pay, to appear at your polling place, cast a ballot, and return to work. To ensure continuation of services, please communicate with your supervisor in advance about time you will take away from work. If you have questions about where to vote, what to bring to the polls, or how to register on Election Day, visit the University’s online Voter Guide at http://govrelations.umn.edu/voter-guide/. Wednesday, November 7 CVM Research Seminar
Endocannabinoid Signaling and Modulation of Bladder Pain
Presented by Dr. Dale Bjorling, University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine
Hosted by Dr. Robert Washabau
3 p.m.
125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine
Everyone is welcome to attend.
Contact: Jaclyn Barnes, barne063@umn.edu or 612-624-2700 Alumni & Friends Society Board Meeting
6:30 p.m.
Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center
Learn more about the Alumni & Friends Society Thursday, November 8 Minnesota Veterinary Medical Association Fall Seminar
Your Patients Are Crazy! Learn How to Help Them: Behavior Modification to Profit Center
Presented by Dr. Lisa Radosta, Florida Veterinary Behavior Service
9:00 a.m.-4:45 p.m.
Continuing Education and Conference Center
Learn more at www.mvma.org/FallStaffSeminar2012.asp. Comparative Oncology Seminar
Genetic Background Influences Delayed Response to Chronic Doxorubicin Treatment in Male Spontaneous Hypertension-Heart Failure, Spontaneously Hypertensive, and Wistar Kyoto Rats
Presented by Dr. Leslie Sharkey, Veterinary Clinical Sciences Department
Noon
280 Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory
Pizza will be served. Friday, November 9 Conversations on Teaching
Activities/Strategies That Instructors Can Use to Enhance Intercultural Learning in Their Classrooms
Presented by Barbara Kappler and Gayle Woodruff
Noon-12:50 p.m.
215 Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center Wednesday, November 14 Medical Reserve Corps Veterinary Response Team Meeting
Noon-12:50 p.m.
125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine
Pizza and beverages will be provided.
Register by sending an e-mail to medicalreserve@umn.edu by November 12. CVM Research Seminar
Presented by Dr. Al Levine, dean, College of Food, Agricultural, and Natural Resouce Sciences
3 p.m.
125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine
Everyone is welcome to attend.
Contact: Jaclyn Barnes, barne063@umn.edu or 612-624-2700 Thursday, November 15 Give to the Max Day
The Raptor Center is a beneficiary of this annual fundraising event. Help TRC "Max the Match. Being an Ally in Equity and Diversity
A workshop led by Ann Phibbs, Office of Equity and Diversity, and Kimberly Wilcox, Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action
Noon
215 Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center
All interested students, faculty, and staff are invited. RSVP at www.surveymonkey.com/s/Nov15DiversityWorkshop. Friday, November 16 Seminar on Teaching
Presented by Ann Minenko
Noon-12:50 p.m
202 Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center Saturday, November 17VetCamp
VetCamp is an interactive program for students in grades 9-12 who are interested in veterinary medicine.
Noon-3 p.m.
Learn more at www.cvm.umn.edu/education/prospective/vetcamp/. Thursday, November 22-Friday, November 23 University closed for Thanksgiving holiday Wednesday, November 28CVM Research Seminar
Hemoglobin Function and Genetics in Retired Racing Greyhounds
Presented by Dr. Sara Zaldivar
3 p.m.
125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine
Everyone is welcome to attend.
Contact: Jaclyn Barnes, barne063@umn.edu or 612-624-2700 Friday, November 30 Conversations on Teaching
Cognitive Stuffing
Presented by Erin Malone
Noon-12:50 p.m.
202 Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center December
Wednesday, December 5Celebration of R.K. Anderson’s Life
4:00-6:30 p.m.
St. Paul Student Center Ballroom
Open to the public. Everyone is welcome. Wednesday, December 12CVM Research Seminar
Presented by Dr. Ian Gardner, University of California, Davis
3 p.m.
125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine
Everyone is welcome to attend.
Contact: Jaclyn Barnes, barne063@umn.edu or 612-624-2700
Dogs are needed for a variety of studies in cancer, dentistry, dermatology, internal medicine, neurology, and orthopedics/surgery, some of which cover part of the cost of care. For information about current studies, visit the Clinical Investigation Center website at www.cvm.umn.edu/cic/current.
Need a home (top)  Female tabby cat
A 3-4-year-old spayed female tabby cat needs a new home. The small domestic shorthair is an indoor-only kitty, up-to-date on vaccinations, and loves people. Contact Anna at acrenier@umn.edu or 612-750-8245.
 Blood donors need foster homes
These Veterinary Medical Center blood donors need foster homes. For more information or to meet the animals, contact Beth Olmstead at johns547@umn.edu.
- Dawson, a red and white neutered male 2-year-old fox hound. He is a little shy, and staff are working on his leash skills. Very sweet boy.
- Gita, a 1-year-old shepherd mix, is very shy and requires special attention. She does well with other dogs, but needs to be placed in a home without children.
Links (top) AVMA News Bytes and other news
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www1.umn.edu/ohr/teachlearn/workshops/index.html CVM NewsCalendar
Back issues of CVM NewsCalendar are at www.cvm.umn.edu/cvmnewscalendar/home.html. CVM Volunteers
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For information about student and off-campus housing, including temporary housing, go to www.housing.umn.edu/. Job openings
For information about positions available at the College, visit www.cvm.umn.edu/employment/. For detailed information about current job openings, how to apply, and application materials, go to the University of Minnesota Office of Human Resources at www1.umn.edu/ohr/employment/index.html. LinkedIn Group for the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine
http://www.linkedin.com/groupRegistration?gid=3826768&csrfToken=ajax%3A2643584546424817841
Minnesota Veterinary Historical Museum
http://hist.cvm.umn.edu/  Twitter
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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. The University of Minnesota is an equal-opportunity educator and employer.
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