The Veterinary Medical Student Government Excellence in Teaching Award Ceremony was held on April 20.  These awards, selected by the student body, recognize the importance of teaching and learning at the School.

The Carl Norden-Pfizer Distinguished Teacher Award went to  Dr. Alexia McKnight, assistant professor of radiology.

The Dean’s Award for Leadership in Basic Sciences was presented to Dr. John Pehrson, associate professor of biochemistry and the Dean’s Award for Leadership in Clinical Science went to Dr. Gary Smith, professor of population biology and epidemiology.

Four classes presented teaching awards to outstanding faculty. The Class of 2005 Award was presented to  Dr. Chick Weisse, assistant professor of surgery and Dr. Dean Richardson, professor of equine surgery. The Class of 2006 Award was received by Dr. Charles Vite, assistant professor of neurology and Dr. Regina Turner, assistant professor of reproduction. The Class of 2007 Award went to Dr. James Lok, associate professor of parasitology. The Class of 2008 Award recognized Dr. Narayan Avadhani, professor of biochemistry.