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VetViews is the monthly eNewsletter designed to provide a central outlet for communicating to the members of the Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine (RUSVM) community. VetViews strives to share information about the people, pets and perspectives of RUSVM.
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Vets Gone Wild - RUSVM Students in Africa
by Sarah Turner, 4th Semester and Jennifer Stevens, 6th Semester
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During the semester break, two students had the opportunity to spend two exhilarating weeks in South Africa. RUSVM's Student Chapter American Veterinary Medical Association (SCAVMA) program helped make the trip possible. The students went to South Africa through the African Conservation Experience (ACE). ACE establishes, maintains, and supports conservation projects in southern Africa. |More|
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Food Borne Zoonoses Researcher Visits RUSVM
 Dr. Arvind Mahajan, professor for food borne zoonoses and group leader of the Division of Infection and Immunity at the Roslin Institute and Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies at the University of Edinburgh, visited RUSVM recently to explore potential research collaborations with RUSVM and presented on zoonotic infectious agents and avidly promoted the One Health Initiative. |More|
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Green Reigns Supreme at Mr. RUSVM
 On Saturday, September 8, RUSVM students gathered at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort Golf Course Pavilion for an evening of laughter and excitement during the Mr. RUSVM pageant. The contest, which takes place every semester, usually features a beauty pageant-like activity where male representatives of each class compete in various categories. |More|
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| RUSVM Recognizes... the Facilities Department
 Congratulations were in order in early September for the RUSVM Facilities team who, against the odds, were able to complete the construction of six new faculty offices in only thirty-three days. But despite the time constraints, the team worked together - meticulously planning the project that many believed to be impossible. |More|
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Alumna Challenges Incoming Class of 2016 at
White Coat Ceremony
 On September 3, the RUSVM's Class of 2016 marked the beginning of their veterinary education during the White Coat Ceremony. Keynote speaker, Dr. Roberto Vega '02 spoke of life balance and the importance of making the most of the educational experience at RUSVM, and of developing oneself not just as a student, but also as an individual. |More|
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Celebrating National Veterinary Technicians Week
 They're the folks you see most when you take your dog or cat to the veterinarian; they greet you, run tests and monitor your pet's vital signs. More likely than not, you interact with them more than your actual veterinarian. They're knowledgeable, friendly, and they share an intense love for animals. They are veterinary technicians, also known as vet techs for short. National Veterinary Technicians Week (NVTW) will be celebrated this year, October 14-20. |More|
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Dr. Bradley Simon, joins RUSVM as Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology in the Clinical Sciences department. In his new position, Simon will primarily teach semesters five through seven in Anesthesiology, Introduction to Clinics and Surgery Laboratory. Ms. Anne Nichols joins RUSVM as Director of Health Services/Nurse Practitioner. Nichols comes to RUSVM with more than ten years' experience as a healthcare professional working within a university setting. In her new role, Nichols will have overall responsibility for the provision of medical care for the RUSVM campus community. 
Mr. Zenric Hanley joins RUSVM as Deputy Director of Safety and Security. Hanley comes to RUSVM with more than twelve years experience as head of security at the Four Seasons Hotel in Nevis, and more than ten years in the St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force. |
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Encouraging the Ross Blue to become a little Green! 
Tips on living green in St. Kitts:
- Shop Local
- Car-pool
- Use re-usable bags
- Be conservative with printing
Can you think of other ways RUSVM can GO GREEN?
Email your ideas to news@rossvet.edu.kn and we may incude in the next issue
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AVMA Podcast
Animal Tracks - Epilepsy
with Dr. Tom Walker
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) recently approached RUSVM about an opportunity to record a Podcast, Animal Tracks, for their website. Dr. Tom Walker, assistant professor of pharmacology and toxicology, supported the effort and recorded a Podcast on epilepsy and seizures in our pets.
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Have you checked out the Be In The Know web site?
Key information about safety and security, updating your contact information in SIREN, Embassy Registration and so much more...info for faculty, staff and students!
Keep Your Info Current
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REMINDERS:
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Incident Report System
The Incident Report System provides individuals with direct access to current incidents as reported to campus security. The system is available via the Internet (on- and off-campus) with a RUSVM email account and password. Make it a habit to stay up-to-date.
View the System
License Plate Renewal Plates ending in "0" If the last digit of your auto license plate ends in a 0, you must renew your car registration by October 31, 2012. Therefore your car must be inspected and insurance coverage must be current prior to going to Inland Revenue. |
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Recently won an award, placed in a residency, or just simply have great news to share? Send us your information at news@rossvet.edu.kn
Congratulations to Dr. Ashutosh Verma, assistant professor of bacteriology and mycology, whose review of Leptospiral Uveitis,There Is More to It Than Meets the Eye! was recently published in the Zoonoses and Public Health jJournal. View the article.
Congratulations to Ms. Jermaine Alexander, help desk administrator in the IT Department who won first prize at the Ross Staff Association (RSA) Patriotic Dress Competition. Members of the Association were challenged to attend work dressed in the colors of the St. Kitts and Nevis National flag. Alexander was chosen as winner by a panel of three judges who included Keith Kramer, assistant dean for student life, Elise Lee, director of the diagnostics laboratory, and Sharon Hanley, accounting operations in the Accounting Department. St. Kitts celebrated 29 years of Independence on September 19.
 RUSVM's very own Dr. Mary Anna Thrall, section chief of the Pathobiology Section and professor of clinical pathology, was selected to be one of the key speakers at a mini-symposium for the 2012 Annual Meeting of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) to be held in Seattle, Washington, December 1-5. The meeting is titled "Pillars of Pathology" and is themed to share how ordinary people can become extraordinary pathologists.
Congratulations to Dr. Ignacio Lizzarraga, assistant professor of pharmacology, whose research paper titled A Comparative Study of Xylazine-induced Mechanical Hypoalgesia in Donkeys and Horses was recently published on Wiley Online Library. The article can be viewed here.
Congratulations to Dr. Janet Beeler-Marfisi, who recently received her certification as Diplomate from the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP).
EDITORS NOTE: (Correction) In the September issue, the notification of new faculty member, Julie Williamson should have indicated that she was involved in the Veterinarians Without Borders program. We apologize for the error.
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