About the School of Veterinary Medicine

Mission Statement

The mission of the School of Veterinary Medicine is to serve the people of California by providing educational, research, clinical service and public service programs of the highest quality to advance the health and care of animals, the health of the environment, public health, and to contribute to the economy.

To carry out this mission, we focus upon our students of our professional Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program, our graduate professional Master of Preventive Veterinary Medicine program, our graduate clinical residency program and our graduate academic MS and PhD programs. We focus on the health of all animals, including livestock, poultry, companion animals, captive and free-ranging wildlife, exotic animals, birds, aquatic mammals and fish, and animals used in biological and medical research. Our focus also includes related human health concerns.

To further this mission, the school operates comprehensive teaching, research and clinical programs, and 28 research/service units. Our statewide mission includes diagnostic services, clinical referral services, continuing education programs and extension.


Facts about the school

Our people and programs at a glance


Distinctions

A few of the characteristics and accomplishments that make us special


History lessons

Timeline, Year in Review pages, and other historical notes commemorate excellence in veterinary education and science since 1948

Years in Review (since 1998)
Timeline 1948-2009
Centennial Reflections from Dean Emeritus Bennie Osburn


Maps

How to find the teaching hospital, classrooms and other veterinary facilities


Contact Us

Clinic appointments, administration, services, media contacts and more