Texas A&M VetMed

Initially on the path to medical school, Samantha Hicks-Peña ultimately found her way to veterinary school. Now, as one of the few students in her DVM class focusing on pathology, she plans to pursue a career in research. Read more: bit.ly/428J9k9.

Scott Skrla '08, an academic advisor for the Biomedical Sciences Undergraduate Program, has received a 2026 President's Meritorious Service Award! We are grateful for Scott's commitment to serving VMBS students and the university!

Blake Williams, a fourth-year DVM student, has a photo of a 3-year-old Labrador Retriever hanging on his living room wall. The picture represents the paw prints left on veterinarians' hearts as well as his journey to becoming a DVM. Read more: bit.ly/4cSrPEP.

Coffee doesn't just wake you up — it may help protect your body from aging. New research from the VMBS suggests that compounds in coffee may activate a receptor increasingly recognized for its role in aging, stress response, and disease. Read more at bit.ly/420rMlz.

When Gabriel Bizi walks the commencement stage on May 7, he will not just be closing out his undergraduate journey as a biomedical sciences (BIMS) major — he will also be honoring the college in a special way. Read more about Bizi at bit.ly/4261sGC.

Four VMBS third-year veterinary students have each been awarded a $5,000 Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Foundation scholarship to support their path toward careers in large animal veterinary medicine. Congratulations to these scholarship recipients!

In a new study, the researchers examined archived dolphin milk samples collected between 1991 and 1993 to determine the presence of PFAS, often referred to as “forever chemicals.” Read more at bit.ly/4cJ7l1l.

With less than one month until he graduates, Tyler Glasgow, a fourth-year DVM student, reflects on the persistence, experiences, and renewed passion that paved the way to earning his degree. Read more about Glasgow at bit.ly/4e6UsR1.

The VMBS’ Large Animal Teaching Hospital recently welcomed youth from the Texas Quarter Horse Association for a behind-the-scenes visit in the Equine Fertility Laboratory. The group asked thoughtful questions and there may even be a few future veterinarians among them!

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Gabriel Platas is no stranger to the strength of human-animal bonds that are forged within rural areas. As a fourth-year veterinary student Platas plans to return to Premont, Texas, where his passion for veterinary care first began. Read more at bit.ly/4e9RNWG.

The VMBS recognized 71 students, staff, and faculty members for their outstanding achievements at the 2026 Honors & Awards Ceremony on April 1. To see the full list of recipients, visit vetmed.tamu.edu/news/internal-…. For more photos, visit tamuvmbs.photoshelter.com/galleries/C000…

For Michaela Stavropoulos, a fourth-year veterinary student, research has taken on a new meaning. After losing her mother to liver disease she turned to research to explore the medical questions she encountered during her mother’s illness. Read more: vetmed.tamu.edu/news/press-rel…

Jax, an English bulldog who used to “really struggle” to keep up, is now trotting alongside his brother and recovering faster after participating in a clinical trial studying whether weight loss can improve breathing in short-muzzled breeds. Read more: bit.ly/41hB10k

Some of our students in the Biomedical Sciences Undergraduate Program and the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program received their Aggie Rings this past weekend, marking an incredible milestone. Congratulations to all who reached this achievement!

Sarah, a BIMS major and VMBS ambassador, is the first Aggie in her family and embracing Texas A&M traditions. From being a part of the Corps to serving as one of Revielle's handlers, her journey has led her to earn her Aggie ring, and soon wear her senior boots at Final Review.

The Dog Aging Project's studies on homemade dog diets and canine obesity have been named among the American Journal of Veterinary Research's Top 5 Most Discussed Articles of 2025! Read more about their studies at vetmed.tamu.edu/news/press-rel… and vetmed.tamu.edu/news/press-rel….

Just one week ago, the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Class of 2027 received their white coats, marking their transition from the classroom to clinical training. Congratulations on reaching this milestone, Class of 2027! 👍

The Linda & Dennis Clark ’68 Small Animal Teaching Hospital is taking shape as the first and second floor concrete pours are completed and walls, steel framing, and mechanical systems continue to rise. Help shape the future of small animal care: bit.ly/4tiMJno.

The VMBS is the No. 3 veterinary school in the United States and the No. 5 veterinary school in the world, according to new rankings released from Quacquarelli Symonds (QS). Learn more: bit.ly/4tkdHuS.