Coloradoan: CSU to expand vet school facilities, hospital with $278 million renovation
“Our college ranks among the world’s top institutions in veterinary and biomedical education and research,” said Sue VandeWoude, dean of the college.
“Our college ranks among the world’s top institutions in veterinary and biomedical education and research,” said Sue VandeWoude, dean of the college.
J.J. Goicoechea previously served as Nevada state veterinarian from 2016 to 2019 and has 20 years in private veterinary practice. The fourth-generation Eureka rancher received his doctorate in veterinary medicine from Colorado State University and his bachelor of science from the University of Nevada, Reno.
The Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences announced a $278 million project to expand the veterinary health complex by 2028 and increase class sizes by 30 students a year, to about 170.
Investment will upgrade, expand current veterinary medicine and education facilities.
Groundbreaking is expected early next year, CSU officials said, with completion in phases through 2028, transforming CSU’s South Campus as the training site for all veterinary students.
“Our college ranks among the world’s top institutions in veterinary and biomedical education and research. Our expansion plan for the South Campus, which will include updated, innovative learning facilities coupled with modern programming for academic veterinary clinicians, will help us continue our tradition of excellence in the academic mission of teaching; the assessment of novel methods for training clinical students; and our research and service to the community." -Dean Sue VandeWoude
The project will support comprehensive, forward-thinking updates to the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine curriculum and cutting-edge clinical research activities.
As a graduate from Colorado State University’s renowned veterinary school, Dr. Stewart brings more than 25 years of experience as a veterinarian, including work within shelters, nonprofits, emergency clinics, and even film sets as Netflix’s veterinarian.
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Tatiana Rogers is a fresh new face in the world of veterinary medicine. She recently completed business school and received her Masters of Business Administration through CSU's dual degree program, and is working toward becoming a veterinarian from there.