Faculty, staff, and students participate in public education at fair
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For Imediate Release
Contact: Jan Williams, College of Veterinary Medicine, 612-624-6228
U of M College of Veterinary Medicine at Minnesota State Fair
MINNEAPOLIS / ST. PAUL (Aug. 22, 2007) – The College of Veterinary Medicine specializes in the medical care and health of Minnesota’s farm and companion animals, as well as raptors. Come visit our veterinarians, students, and volunteers during the Minnesota State Fair from Thursday, August 23, to Monday, September 3, to learn how they impact the lives of Minnesotans every day through their teaching, research, and outreach.
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Date
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Time(s)
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Who/What
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Where
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Aug. 23
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9 a.m.-
3 p.m.
9-11 a.m.
11 a.m.-
1 p.m.
1-3 p.m.
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Representatives of the Veterinary Medical Center will be available to answer questions on pet health care.
Nutrition: Dr. Julie Churchill and Joan Smith, CVT
Cancer: Michelle Miller, CVT
Dentistry: Dr. Donnelle Hansen and Denise Olsson, CVT
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University of Minnesota building,
Academic Health Center exhibit |
Aug. 23-
Sept. 3
(every day)
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9 a.m.-
9 p.m. |
Miracle of Birth Center
Witness births daily
U of M veterinary students and faculty will assist with births, demonstrate procedures, and answer questions about animal health.
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Miracle of Birth Center |
Aug. 25
Aug. 29
Sept. 1
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2 p.m. |
What does it take to be a vet?
Student presentations
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Miracle of Birth Center |
Aug. 23-
Sept. 3
(every day)
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10 a.m.
Noon,
2 p.m.,
4 p.m. |
Surgery Suite
Witness live surgeries
Veterinarians assisted by veterinary students will perform spay and neuter surgeries on cats and dogs and discuss the importance of population control. |
Surgery Suite, Pet Center |
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Aug. 28
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11 a.m.
- noon |
The Raptor Center
Staff and volunteers will have live birds on stage and be available to answer questions about raptors |
DNR Building, Main Stage |
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Aug. 30
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9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. |
The Raptor Center
Staff and volunteers will have live birds on stage and be available to answer questions about raptors |
University of Minnesota building stage |
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Aug. 30
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11:45 a.m. -noon |
Live animals
U of M veterinary students will visit the stage with an animal and answer questions about animal agriculture, pet care, and what it takes to be a veterinary student. |
University of Minnesota building stage |
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Aug. 31
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10:30 a.m. |
Bald Eagle Recovery Day event
Proclamation by Governor Tim Pawlenty
Speakers: Senator Amy Klobuchar, Senator Ellen Anderson, DNR Commissioner Mark Hosten, and The Raptor Center Founder Dr. Pat Redig |
DNR Building, Main Stage |
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Sept. 1
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11 a.m. -noon, 1-2 p.m. |
The Raptor Center
Staff and volunteers will have live birds on stage and be available to answer questions about raptors |
DNR Building, Main Stage |
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Sept. 2
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11 a.m. -noon, 1-2 p.m. |
The Raptor Center
Staff and volunteers will have live birds on stage and be available to answer questions about raptors |
DNR Building, Main Stage |
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Sept. 3
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11 a.m.- noon, 1-2 p.m. |
The Raptor Center
Staff and volunteers will have live birds on stage and be available to answer questions about raptors |
DNR Building, Main Stage |
Where
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Miracle of Birth Center: corner of Clough Street and Judson Avenue
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University
of Minnesota
building: two blocks west of gate 5 on Dan Patch Avenue (off Snelling Avenue)
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DNR building: Carnes Avenue between Clough and Nelson Streets
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Surgery Suite, Pet Center: Underwood St. and Murphy Ave.
The University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine improves the health and well-being of animals and people by providing high-quality veterinary training, conducting leading-edge research, delivering innovative veterinary services, and leading and supporting critical public health initiatives. For more information, visit www.cvm.umn.edu.
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