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Nhi Tran stands in a skyway on the University of Minnesota campus

The program recognizes second-year veterinary students from underserved groups who have shown an interest in and affinity for growing leadership capabilities.

Lauren Bernstein stands in an exam room

Faculty member Lauren Bernstein honored with University-level award, spotlighting transformative work of CVM’s Community Medicine Initiative

Harris sitting at a career fair table covered in props and information
Issue: Fall 2025

Since 2022, the Bridge to Vet Med program has been giving middle and high school students an immersive veterinary medicine experience.

Kat Velez stands in a laboratory wearing goggles

DVM student Kat Velez is advancing veterinary medicine on several fronts, including building a more welcoming space for Latinx/Hispanic veterinarians, students, and communities

IHPA engagement event

Indigenous students, alumni, faculty, and staff are partnering with allies through a UMN-based grassroots organization to increase representation in the health and science fields. 

US–China DVM program students

International students thrive with support of CVM community while studying abroad through U.S.-China Joint DVM Scholarship Program

Isabella Michal

DVM student Isabella Michal raising awareness for neurodiversity among health professional students

A little girl helps examine a dog

Spotlight Science event brings hands-on learning and fun to kids and adults interested in veterinary medicine