ULVAA Newsletter: Spring 2025

Welcome to the latest newsletter for members of the University of Liverpool Veterinary Alumni Association

Vet Class Notes

Veterinary alumni recognised for their achievements and updates from the community, including Jasmin Paris (BVSc 2008) who is the cover star for Runner's World after becoming the first woman to complete the Barkley Marathon. Also, details on upcoming reunions for the Class of 2000 and 2015.

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Veterinary Science rises in QS World University Rankings by Subject

The University of Liverpool has seen an increased number of subjects rank within the top 100 in the 2025 QS World University Rankings by Subject, including Veterinary Science.

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University of Liverpool and University of Al Dhaid establish new College of Veterinary Medicine

An agreement has been signed with the University of Al Dhaid for a new College of Veterinary Medicine. The College of Veterinary Medicine will deliver the School of Veterinary Science’s teaching curriculum alongside state-of-the-art facilities.

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Career opportunities with the School of Veterinary Science

Check for career opportunities with the School of Veterinary Science.

Continue your learning and CPD development with the School of Veterinary Science

Our Veterinary Postgraduate Unit offers several programmes that actively support mandatory CPD and lifelong learning. This includes a new mini modules offer on Small Animal Medicine, Emergency and Critical Care and Equine. Also on offer is the CertAVP and PGCert in Veterinary Business Management.

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Alumni donors support future vets through the School of Veterinary Science Fund

Hear from recipients of the School of Veterinary Science Fund on how alumni donations actively support the development of our students. Alumni generosity allows students to explore their passions, gain valuable experience and network with leaders in the field.

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Pet Dental Health Awareness Month

We spoke to Andrew Perry (BVSc 2000) and Jonathan Frost (BVSc 2013) to raise awareness of the importance of oral health for our animal companions.

Pet Poison Prevention Awareness Month

We spoke to Ellie Jenkinson (BVSc 2019), Johannah Maxwell (BVSc 2020) and Sophie Milligan (PGT 2023, 2024) about accidental pet poisoning and tips for prevention.

National Pig Day

On a day that celebrates the role of pigs in agriculture and science we spoke with Joe Lunt (BVSc 2016), National Pig Association’s Young Farm Vet of the Year 2024, about his work in pig care and nutrition.

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Insight into obesity in Labrador retrievers and humans

Researchers at the University of Liverpool, including Professor Alex German, have identified genes associated with canine obesity and show that these genes are also associated with obesity in humans.

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