Public Gets First-Hand View at
Open House 49th PVM
Thanks to hours of effort by Purdue veterinary and veterinary technician students, Lynn Hall was open to the public for the 49th Annual Open House on Saturday, April 14. Crowds thronged the informative collection of displays and exhibits, including the ever-popular petting zoo and fistulated cow. Children aspiring to become veterinarians had a chance to complete a grade card at the event and “graduate” – an accomplishment that included having their photo taken wearing a doctor’s white coat. New attractions included a display by the Indianapolis Zoo, which was hosted by Purdue graduate Michelle Bowman (PU DVM ’97), who is associate veterinarian at the zoo. A special thanks is in order for all the student volunteers, led by 2012 Open House Co-chairs Natalie Houser, Jesse Page and Amanda Hernandez.
PVM faculty member Dr. Jonathan Townsend visits with 4-H Veterinary Science participant Tiffany Wineinger, of Dubois County. 4-H members with winning veterinary science posters were invited to display them at the Open House.
Dr. Jim Weisman, PVM student services director, with Open House Co-chairs (left-right) Natalie Houser, Amanda Hernandez and Jesse Page, who were honored at the College’s spring awards banquet. PVM graduate Dr. Michelle Bowman of the Indianapolis Zoo helps a young Open House visitor get up close and personal with an elephant skull.
Even a videographer for the local TV station joins in the fun at the Petting Zoo.
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