PRESENTATIONS

• Mini-zoo featuring animals form the Columbia Park Zoo
• Wildcat Wildlife Center - Learn about the special process of wildlife rehabilitation in Indiana
• Mark Booth – Raptors or birds of prey
• Dr. Andrew Linklater— Will discuss emergency veterinary medicine
• Dr. Mike Childress— Will speak on the topic of pets and cancer
• Denise Ottinger  - Will discuss Admissions at the Veterinary Medical School
• And more!

DEMONSTRATIONS

• Fistulated cow – A window into the digestive tract of the cow. Learn about what you find in there and why it’s so important to milk and meat production.
• Dr Hilton’s truck – Get to view the vehicle of the ambulatory veterinarian.
• Spay demo – Come see a live video feed of a spay surgery done at Purdue by one of our own veterinarians.• Offered at 12 P.M.
• Equine treadmill – Watch the exciting demonstration of the treadmill in performance horse medicine and its role in understanding how horses breathe.• Two showings at 11am and 1pm
• Frisbee catching and Herding dogs – Demonstration of the special skill of these dogs and the unique bond between humans and animals.

DISPLAYS

• History of Purdue SVM- Did you know Purdue School of Veterinary Medicine is turning 50 this year? See our transformation from breaking ground to ground breaking!
• Dog Days of Summer - A collaborative art project between Purdue SVM and the Lafayette Art Museum that will open on May 1st. Learn about the 40 painted dogs that will be displayed over the Purdue campus and the Greater Lafayette area!
• Vet Olympics - Are you smarter than a vet student, or at least better in a relay race? A variety of games will be offered including public participation.
• Freshman Class in the Anatomy Lab - Class of 2012 Display
• Sophomore Class in the Parasitology Lab - Class of 2011 Display
• Junior Class - Class of 2010 Display
• Indiana University Medical School Display

Veterinary Student Club Displays

• Omega Tau Sigma –Meet our veterinary student fraternity and maybe pick up a balloon animal along the way!
• Pathology Club – Ever wonder what goes on in a sick animal and why? The pathology club will have the final answer!
• Pets for People – Share in the commitment of veterinary students to the human animal bond and its importance to our well being.
• Equine Club – This active club helps maintain the health of Purdue horses.
• Exotics Club – What does a bearded dragon eat? Learn about the many varieties of exotic pets and the importance of their everyday care.
• Feline Club – This student chapter of the American Association of Feline Practitioners is dedicated to educating owners on the proper care of cats.
• IVSA – Learn about the importance of veterinary medicine and exciting opportunities in an international setting.
• STF – Exactly how does that calf get on the ground? Learn about the special challenges of veterinary medicine when it comes to breeding animals!

Don’t Forget Our Food Tent! Featuring Pulled Pork, Baked Potatoes, Hot and Cold Beverages and More!