DVM Stories

Meet the Class of 2024: Cody Yeik

Once Cody Yeik earns his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Washington State University, he will head back home to Bremerton, Washington, to work alongside one of his lifelong teachers – his dad – at Alder Trail Animal Hospital. “The human-animal bond is very important and crucial to many of us,” Cody said. “Working as a […]

Fourth-year veterinary medicine student Cody Yeik poses for a photo after giving a dog an exam.

Ambassador spotlight: Elle Nesbitt

Are you considering WSU’s College of Veterinary Medicine? Our student ambassadors are available to provide insight into our Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program. Third-year student Elle Nesbitt’s passion for serving as a student ambassador for WSU’s veterinary program is rooted in her belief that ambassadors play a crucial role in representing the program authentically. She also wants […]

Noelle outside the Teaching Hospital.

Meet the Class of 2024: Claire Merchant

A White Lake, Michigan, native, Claire Merchant said she is excited to return to her home state to hike, ski, and spend time with her family on the lake. First, she plans to head to Boston to pursue a one-year emergency mentorship program at Veterinary Emergency Group.

Claire Merchant, class of 2024 DVM student, with a dog that is very interested in the person behind the camera.

Veterinary Summer Research Fellowship provides ‘clarity’ for students considering research

The Veterinary Summer Research Fellowship Program is available for up to a dozen veterinary students in their first or second year of WSU’s veterinary program. Fellows train under the mentorship of a faculty member and will receive monthly compensation throughout the entirety of the program.

Ambassador spotlight: Jessica Thompson

Jessica is interested in small animal emergency medicine, mobile medicine, cardiology, and neurology, and she decided to attend WSU because of the non-tracking curriculum, cost, and the importance the program places on balancing school, work, and personal life.

Jessica outside the Teaching Hospital.