The DVM Class of 2024 voted for the recipients of the Zoetis Distinguished Teaching Award, the Wescott Awards for Excellence in Clinical Teaching, the Pre-Clinical Teaching Awards, and the Outstanding House Officer Award.
Zoetis Distinguished Teacher Award
Patricia Talcott
Toxicologist
This award is sponsored by Zoetis and recognizes an outstanding teacher who has contributed significantly to the overall advancement of the profession through their teaching abilities. The recipient of this award is selected by the fourth-year class.
Wescott Excellence in Clinical Teaching Awards
Dr. Richard Wescott was a highly respected parasitologist, much loved teacher at the WSU College of Veterinary Medicine. A goal of the award is to recognize WSU College of Veterinary Medicine clinical faculty who provide outstanding teaching and mentoring during clinical rotations.
Faculty Recipients
Matt Mason
Community Practice
Katie Kuehl
Seattle Humane
Jeff Olivarez
Ag Animal
Bonnie Campbell
Surgery
Martin Suarez
Anesthesia
Clinical Staff Recipients
Presented to veterinary technicians or staff at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital who played an important role in teaching in the fourth year.
Tiana Hibpshman
Anesthesia
Gimmie Dexter
Emergency and Critical Care
Connie Fraser
Neurology
Excellence in Preclinical Teaching Award
Steve Lampa
Presented to a faculty member who demonstrates excellence in character, leadership, and teaching in preclinical years 1 and 2.
Outstanding House Officer Award
Carlos Valerio Lopez
Neurology
Presented to a house officer who demonstrates excellence in teaching, mentoring, and serving as a role model.