WSU College of Veterinary Medicine

10/03/2026

Unlike many of her classmates, Maitlyn Linton didn’t grow up dreaming of becoming a veterinarian.

It wasn’t until she began working at a veterinary clinic about two years before applying to Washington State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine that she fell in love with the profession.

Initially drawn in by the science behind disease and treatment, Linton found herself captivated by veterinary medicine’s endless opportunities to learn. But it was the relationships with clients that ultimately confirmed she had found the right career.

“I realized that I love sharing this knowledge with pet owners as well,” she said. “There’s something about creating a mutual understanding between you and an owner that effortlessly develops lasting relationships with them and their pets.”

More about Maitlyn: https://vetmed.wsu.edu/meet-the-class-of-2027-maitlyn-linton/

10/01/2026

Washington State University researcher Santanu Bose has been awarded a $3.04 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for research that could lead to new treatment options for human respiratory syncytial virus, commonly known as , and other respiratory viral infections.

RSV is a leading cause of respiratory illness worldwide, particularly among infants, young children and people with weakened immune systems. It can cause pneumonia and bronchiolitis, and infections early in life have been linked to an increased risk of developing chronic respiratory conditions such as asthma.

WSU researcher Santanu Bose is investigating why the immune response to RSV can damage the lungs, with the goal of finding treatments for RSV and other viral infections.

09/28/2026

Today is — a day to remember that preventing rabies starts with protecting communities. Dr. Ahmed Lugelo of Rabies Free Africa knows firsthand what is at stake. Through mass dog vaccination and community education in Tanzania, Lugelo and his colleagues are working to prevent a disease that disproportionately claims the lives of children.

Dr Ahmed Lugelo of Rabies Free Africa knows that saving dogs from rabies means protecting children from a brutal end.

09/28/2026

🧬 Hannah Fabacher’s curiosity about genetics began with a simple question: how could she have brown eyes when her father has blue eyes and her mother has green eyes? The answer introduced her to the world of inheritance and sparked a fascination with understanding how living things work.

Today, the Snohomish, Washington, native is pursuing a degree in genetics and cell biology with a minor in microbiology in WSU’s College of Veterinary Medicine and expects to graduate in December 2026. Along the way, she has gained hands-on research experience, discovered an unexpected interest in plant science, and found mentors who have helped shape her college experience.

09/26/2026

From a small town along the Wyoming-Idaho border, Joni Dalley developed an appreciation for rural communities and the animals that are part of them. That connection has shaped her path toward veterinary medicine and her goal of becoming a mixed animal veterinarian serving the people and animals of the region she calls home.

Joni’s ideal day as a veterinarian would include a little bit of everything – working through a challenging small animal internal medicine case, helping puppies and kittens start their lives off healthy, and spending the afternoon on a farm caring for cattle.

“Veterinary medicine is an incredible blend of science, medicine, empathy, and service,” Joni said. “The humans and animals of this world have benefited immensely from veterinary medicine, and I am honored to be a part of that legacy.”

More about Joni: https://vetmed.wsu.edu/meet-the-class-of-2027-joni-dalley/

09/24/2026

Congratulations to alumna Dr. Kathy Grimes (‘93 DVM) and her homegrown gelding, KG Just Money — better known as Showie — for setting a new The Women's Professional Rodeo Association record last month at the Cassia County Fair and Rodeo in Burley, Idaho, with a 16.31-second run on the standard barrel racing pattern.

And this record has been a long time coming. Grimes bred, raised and trained Showie herself. She also competed on his dam, KG Justiceweexpected, at the National Finals Rodeo. Now, Grimes is chasing another trip to the NFR. She currently sits 10th in the WPRA World Standings. The top 15 spots qualify for the December finals. We're rooting for Dr. Grimes!

09/24/2026

Researchers at have engineered a drug treatment that shows rapid effectiveness against endometriosis in early testing, laying the foundation for a potential therapy for an incurable, chronic disease that affects 1 in 10 women.

The targeted nanotherapy, developed by a team of scientists at, reduced endometriosis symptoms and disease progression after a single dose, using a mouse model. The results were published in the journal Advanced Healthcare Materials, and the researchers hope to eventually test the drug for human use. The treatment involves targeting a cell associated with endometriosis with a commonly available drug, delivered by a tiny nanoparticle.

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Therapy uses nanoparticle to deliver drug directly to disease site, and researchers are hoping to move toward human trials.

09/24/2026

❤️ 50 years later, they’re still Cougs. Members of the WSU College of Veterinary Medicine Class of 1976 returned to campus today to reconnect, reminisce and see how their alma mater has grown — including a tour of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.

And in a particularly special moment, Carl Conroy ’76 ran into his granddaughter, fourth-year veterinary student Natalie Conroy while she was working in the hospital. It was a special day of old friendships, shared memories and a reminder that no matter how much time passes, you’re always part of the WSU family.

09/22/2026

🐴❤ Sixty-six horses removed from a Latah County, Idaho, property in connection to a neglect case are headed to new homes thanks in part to a team of Washington State University veterinarians and students who donated a day of care to prepare the animals for adoption.

Led by WSU equine veterinarian Dr. Ali Botting, a group of veterinary students traveled on Aug. 27 to Lewiston, Idaho, to provide vaccinations, deworming treatments, microchips, testing and general health assessments for horses in the care of Horse & Halo and the Idaho Animal Rescue Network.

Read the full story: https://news.wsu.edu/press-release/2026/09/22/wsu-veterinarians-students-provide-care-for-neglected-horses/

09/21/2026

🧠 Karenna Meyermann is a neuroscience major in WSU’s College of Veterinary Medicine whose fascination with the brain began before arriving on campus and has only grown through hands-on research. Working in the lab of Dr. Travis Brown, she studies how diet and exercise affect the brain and hopes to build a career that combines neuroscience research with patient care as a physician.

More about Karenna: https://vetmed.wsu.edu/qa-with-neuroscience-student-karenna-meyermann/