I will admit to sometimes feeling uninspired. In the days of COVID, decreased contact with the world and all of its wonders (colleagues, food, friends, travel...the list is, well, endless) can really impair our ability to remember why we are here and why it matters. This week I remember. » More ...

It feels great to be here at WSU as the new dean of the college. Our hallways that normally buzz with “Cougar Spirit” are strangely quiet. But what is unwavering and truly inspirational is the dedication with which our leadership team, faculty, staff, and students work to move our programs forward and create a great educational experience. » More ...

Summer is upon us, and here I am writing my last Advance column as interim dean. The days are long, the weather is beautiful, and our Class of 2020 graduated in May despite all the challenges presented by COVID-19. Our faculty have really stepped up to deliver our curriculum in creative and effective ways in the absence of face-to-face instruction, and our students have shown incredible resiliency. Our Class of 2021 senior students are now in their clinical rotations after a bit of a delay, and we are actively working on a hybrid approach to deliver our undergraduate, graduate and first through third year veterinary curricula in the fall using a mix of face-to-face and online instruction. » More ...

This is an exciting time in the college! Interviews for the next entering veterinary class have wrapped up, and our incredibly hard-working admissions staff can take a breath. » More ...

In our last Advance Newsletter, Dean Bryan Slinker opened with the phrase “change is afoot.” He discussed his upcoming retirement and reflected on all the positive changes and accomplishments over the last 11 years under his outstanding leadership. Well, change is still afoot. Bryan’s plans changed on September 30 when President Schulz asked him to step in as WSU’s interim provost. » More ...