Kathryn Meurs

Jan 24, 2022

Historic NC State Veterinary Medicine Fundraising Campaign Exceeds Goal

The resounding success of the Think and Do the Extraordinary Campaign solidifies NC State University's position as a world leader in veterinary medicine. 

Jan 18, 2022

Meurs Named NC State Veterinary Medicine Interim Dean

Meurs takes over leadership when current CVM Dean Paul Lunn steps down in January.

Nov 10, 2021

Together Again: NC State Vet Med’s Class of 2020 Returns for In-Person Graduation

Nearly a year and a half after they officially became veterinarians, the class of 2020 got the moment they deserve: an in-person, traditional oath and hooding graduation ceremony.

May 25, 2021

Lunn to Step Down as NC State Veterinary Medicine Dean in January

Lunn, who has led the CVM since 2012, will leave a legacy of monumental growth and increasing global influence at the CVM.

Feb 11, 2021

Culture of Support at NC State Veterinary Medicine Fuels Research Grant Success

A steady rise in grants from national and state agencies, veterinary organizations and nonprofits has helped fuel the college’s reputation for innovation.

Jan 13, 2021

Meurs Receives Distinguished Professorship in Comparative Medicine

Meurs’ ongoing, groundbreaking research broadens understanding of cardiac genetic disease in companion animals, information that often has potential to guide treatment of human disease.

Aug 27, 2020

Blikslager Honored with AVMA Clinical Research Award

The award recognizes Anthony Blikslager's 30 years of groundbreaking equine colic and gastroenterology research.

Jul 17, 2020

Olivry Receives Lifetime Achievement Award for Groundbreaking Dermatology Career

At NC State, Thierry Olivry has dedicated his career to decoding the mechanisms behind itch and ways to address common yet pernicious skin conditions in animals.

May 11, 2020

CVM Class of 2020 Graduates in Online Ceremony

Completing four years of DVM education with unprecedented challenges, the Class of 2020 graduated Friday via a ceremony on Zoom.

Aug 16, 2019

With Genetic Counseling, CVM Takes Deeper Dives into Dog DNA

At-home DNA tests can uncover that your mixed-breed rescue is 1/8th Jack Russell terrier. A saliva sample sent through the mail can estimate how big a dog may get, if they have drug sensitivities or detail their chance of developing a heart condition. The tests can be revelatory. They can also just be the beginning.…