Presiding
- Dr. Jon Levine, Dean
- Drs. Megan Bixby and Allison Leschke, Class of 2026
Class Speaker
- Dr. Hunter Lynch, Class of 2026
Faculty Speaker
- Dr. Amy Nichelason, Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Medical Sciences
Awarding of Residency Certificates & Recognition of Interns
- Dr. Gillian McLellan, Chair, Department of Surgical Sciences
- Dr. Nigel Cook, Chair, Department of Medical Sciences
- Dr. Kristen Friedrichs, Clinical Professor, Department of Pathobiological Sciences
- Dr. Julie Walker, Clinical Professor, Department of Medical Sciences
Recognition of Advanced Degree Graduates
- Dr. Suresh Marulasiddappa, Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Training
Presentation of the Class of 2026
- Dr. Calico Schmidt, Interim Associate Dean for Student Academic Affairs
Investiture
- Dr. Jessica Rippe, Assistant Teaching Professor, Department of Comparative Biosciences
- Dr. Karen Hershberger, Assistant Teaching Professor, Department of Pathobiological Sciences
Administration of the Veterinarian’s Oath
- Dr. Calico Schmidt, Interim Associate Dean for Student Academic Affairs
Closing Remarks
- Drs. Megan Bixby and Allison Leschke, Class of 2026
Recessional
Veterinarian's Oath
Being admitted to the profession of veterinary medicine, I solemnly swear to use my scientific knowledge and skills for the benefit of society through the protection of animal health and welfare, the prevention and relief of animal suffering, the conservation of animal resources, the promotion of public health, and the advancement of medical knowledge.