University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine

University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine Over 100 years of expertise, 32 state-of-the-art laboratories, 13 world-renowned research centers, and 2 teaching hospitals.

Ranked among the top 10 veterinary schools worldwide, the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine (Penn Vet) is a global leader in veterinary education, research, and clinical care. Founded in 1884, it is the first veterinary school developed in association with a medical school. Connections to Penn’s expansive research network and twelve top-rated schools have allowed Penn Vet to

become a pioneer in unique dual degree programs and carve a distinctive niche in infectious disease research. Penn Vet serves a diverse population of animals through its two teaching hospitals, which both feature diagnostic and research laboratories. Ryan Hospital in Philadelphia provides care for dogs, cats, and other companion animals. Penn Vet New Bolton Center in Kennett Square, PA, offers on-site veterinary services for farm animals and horses and farm visits through its Field Service unit. Situated on 700 acres, New Bolton Center is also home to Penn Vet’s agricultural research centers and wildlife health program. For more information, visit www.vet.upenn.edu.




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🚀 Researchers at Penn Medicine have launched their first human clinical trial for a new, quicker, more precise cancer th...
09/04/2026

🚀 Researchers at Penn Medicine have launched their first human clinical trial for a new, quicker, more precise cancer therapy called FLASH proton therapy – a breakthrough first tested in pet dogs in collaboration with Penn Vet.

For people and animals with cancer, this game-changing therapy holds promise for shrinking treatment times from weeks to days and reducing side effects.

🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/4x1or2t

09/04/2026
✨ Introducing the newly built Gail P. Riepe Center for Advanced Veterinary Education at Penn Vet’s New Bolton Center!   ...
09/02/2026

✨ Introducing the newly built Gail P. Riepe Center for Advanced Veterinary Education at Penn Vet’s New Bolton Center!

Last week, Penn Vet held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the 11,800-square-foot clinical skills center that will usher in a new era of teaching and learning.

Here are a few of the highlights:

🔬 Wet and dry simulation labs
🐴 High and low fidelity models of small and large animals
🩺 Breakout rooms for clinical student rounds
📚 Multipurpose classroom space
🛠️ Fabrication lab and 3D-printing center

🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/4yfCzGm

📸 Snaps from last week’s White Coat Ceremony! Congratulations, V’28, on coming this far, and best of luck in clinics. ❤️...
09/02/2026

📸 Snaps from last week’s White Coat Ceremony! Congratulations, V’28, on coming this far, and best of luck in clinics. ❤️

🔗 Read more about the event: https://bit.ly/4gGnWET

The founders of Penn Vet’s Swine Teaching and Research Center set out to create the farm of the future – a living labora...
08/31/2026

The founders of Penn Vet’s Swine Teaching and Research Center set out to create the farm of the future – a living laboratory to advance animal welfare in the United States. 🐷🌟

That was in 2001. Now, the Center celebrates 25 years of advancing pig welfare nationally and inspiring veterinary students to pursue careers in swine medicine. 🎉

Students who have never touched a pig walk into the barn to find not only a unique, animal-centered educational experience but also teachers and mentors who encourage them to pursue their passions.

“[The Center] has a way of converting you,” said Tara Gaab, V’17. “It’s this model for what the industry could be if we are creative and clever and caring enough. We don’t have to just be what we’ve always been.”

🔗 Read more about the Center’s 25 years of innovation, inspiration, and leading the way: https://bit.ly/3UxfmRy

08/28/2026

The moment they have been waiting for 💫

Friends and family gathered to celebrate V’28’s White Coat Ceremony today. The milestone event signifies a third-year veterinary student’s transition from classroom to clinic.

What differentiates Penn Vet's Master of Science in Animal Welfare & Behavior (AWB)?    🌟 From the moment students join ...
08/27/2026

What differentiates Penn Vet's Master of Science in Animal Welfare & Behavior (AWB)?

🌟 From the moment students join the AWB community, the program team is intentional about creating connections, building academic confidence, and opening doors to Penn's broader resources. A month-long orientation brings together faculty, staff, alumni, librarians, Career Services, Wellness, and academic support, helping online students build the relationships they need to thrive on a schedule fit for working professionals.

We're proud to see Penn Vet's AWB program highlighted as an example of how thoughtful online education can create confidence and community from day one. 👏

Staff from the Non-Profit Leadership master's program (SP2) and the Animal Welfare & Behavior master's program (PennVet) share how they built orientation programs that help online students build knowledge and find community at Penn.

Penn Vet’s Class of 2030 is here, bringing with them a diversity of backgrounds and medical interests. 💫  Here’s a look ...
08/25/2026

Penn Vet’s Class of 2030 is here, bringing with them a diversity of backgrounds and medical interests. 💫

Here’s a look at the new class by the numbers:

📚 132 Students
🏡 31 PA Residents
🐮 38 Interested in Mixed Animal Medicine
🐱 38 Interested in Small Animal Medicine
🐴 22 Interested in Equine Medicine
😷 5 Pursuing Public Health Careers
🦌 3 Aspiring Wildlife Veterinarians

🔗 Learn more about the class:

Penn Vet's newest class of veterinary students are here, bringing with them a diversity of backgrounds and medical interests.

After three days packed with learning the who, what, and where of Penn Vet, new student orientation is officially over. ...
08/21/2026

After three days packed with learning the who, what, and where of Penn Vet, new student orientation is officially over.

For V’30, the fun has just begun – They begin their VMD journey on Monday with the first day of classes! 💫

We had a full house at last week’s Alumni Luncheon at PVMA’s Keystone Veterinary Conference! 🤗  It was great to reconnec...
08/20/2026

We had a full house at last week’s Alumni Luncheon at PVMA’s Keystone Veterinary Conference! 🤗

It was great to reconnect and catch up with so many familiar faces. Attendees also met Amy Durham, Associate Dean for Education, and heard the latest updates on Penn Vet’s new curriculum.

Missed the fun? Catch us at the next one:

🐴 AAEP Alumni Reception
🗓️ December 9, 2026, 6 PM
📍 Las Vegas, NV

☀️ VMX Alumni Reception
🗓️ January 16, 2027, 6 PM
📍 Orlando, FL

For more information about alumni events, visit: https://bit.ly/3S0xOkP

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