2020-2021 Bulletin 2 School of Veterinary Medicine 2020–2021 Bulletin 1 ABOUT the COVER
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2020-2021 Bulletin 2 School of Veterinary Medicine 2020–2021 Bulletin 1 ABOUT THE COVER The LSU School of Veterinary Medicine was founded in 1968. We accepted our first class in 1973. That inaugural class graduated in 1977. The Veterinary Medicine Building was completed in 1978. This drawing was done by Daniel Hillman, DVM, professor emeritus. Dr. Hillmann was a professor of veterinary anatomy and cell biology in the Department of Comparative Biomedical Sciences. He joined the faculty in August 1973 and retired in 2011. Dr. Hillmann taught anatomy to all of the LSU SVM students from the Class of 1977 through the Class of 2014. We Teach We Heal We Discover We Protect 2 School of Veterinary Medicine 2020–2021 Bulletin 1 SCHOOL OF VETERINARY MEDICINE BULLETIN 2020-2021 Issue • August 2020 The LSU catalog and bulletin series (ISSN 0744-4613, 359-070) is published by Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College four times a year: once in April, once in June, once in July, and once in August. Periodicals postage paid at Baton Rouge 70803. Copies of this bulletin may be obtained from—and change of address, undeliverable copies, and other mail sent to—School of Veterinary Medicine, LSU, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70803. Statement of Accreditation Louisiana State University and A&M College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate, master’s, and doctorate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679- 4500 for questions about the accreditation of Louisiana State University and A&M College. The AVMA Council on Education (COE) is the national accrediting agency for veterinary medical education in the United States. The AVMA COE assures that minimum standards in veterinary medical education are met by all AVMA-accredited colleges or schools of veterinary medicine, and that students enrolled in those colleges or schools receive an education that will prepare them for entry-level positions in the profession. The LSU program has met all essential requirements for an acceptable college or school as established by the AVMA COE. Accreditation was granted in 1977 and reaffirmed in 1984, 1991, 1998, 2005, 2010, 2013, and 2020. The 2020 review following the 2019 self- study and site visit granted accredited status with a minor deficiency in Standard 3 Physical Facilities and Equipment; a plan to correct the deficiency has been accepted by the COE, and this status will be removed once the deficiency is satisfied. Our Mission The Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine is a diverse and inclusive community that will become a top tier leader in veterinary medicine, biomedicine, agriculture, and animal health and welfare through innovative teaching, cutting edge research, and exceptional service. Our One Health Mission We teach the next generation of veterinarians and biomedical scientists to attain the highest levels of intellectual, technical and medical expertise, cultural competency, ethical standards, and personal development. We heal our animal patients and by so doing improve the economics and wellbeing of the people that rely on them. We discover new therapies, diagnostics, and mechanisms that lead to cures of animal and human diseases. We protect the health of the public by detecting, preventing, and treating animal diseases. Effective date of this bulletin • Fall 2020 LSU IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/ACCESS UNIVERSITY PRODUCED BY THE LSU SCHOOL OF VETERINARY MEDICINE 2 School of Veterinary Medicine 2020–2021 Bulletin 3 This School of Veterinary Medicine Bulletin Graduate Student Responsibility represents a flexible program of the current educational plans, offerings, and requirements As a graduate student, you must assume that may be altered from time to time to carry full responsibility for knowledge of rules out the purposes and objectives of the School and regulations of the Graduate School and and the University. The provisions of this departmental requirements concerning your publication do not constitute an offer for a individual degree program. Since requirements contract that may be accepted by you through and programs are subject to change, you should registration and enrollment in the University. at all times be aware of current regulations. The University reserves the right to change any provision, offering, or requirement at any For More Information time within the student’s period of study at the If you would like more information about University. LSU further reserves the right to veterinary programs and activities, please require you to withdraw from the University for write or call the School of Veterinary Medicine, cause at any time. Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70803; 225-578-9900, or contact LSU assures equal opportunity for all qualified specific offices directly. Several offices are listed persons without regard to sex, gender, gender below for your convenience: identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, national origin, belief system, Veterinary Teaching Hospital age, education, and (dis)ability, marital status, or veteran’s status in the admission to, Large Animals • 225-578-9500 participation in, and treatment or employment in the programs and activities the University Small Animals • 225-578-9600 operates. Anyone having questions or complaints regarding equal opportunity at LSU Office of Admissions, School of Veterinary should contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Medicine • 225-578-9537 Programs, 304 Thomas Boyd Hall, LSU, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70803; 225-578-8200. Email: [email protected] Persons believing they have been discriminated against contrary to federal law are entitled to Office of the Dean, School of Veterinary make an inquiry or file a complaint with the U.S. Medicine • 225-578-9900 Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, 701 Loyola Ave., Suite 600, New Orleans, Louisiana http://www.lsu.edu/vetmed 70113; or the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights, 1200 Main Tower Building, Dallas, Texas 75202. 2 School of Veterinary Medicine 2020–2021 Bulletin 3 CONTENTS Veterinary School Calendar 2020-2021 ..........4 Admission ............................................................ 29 Graduate Calendar 2020-2021 ........................5 Financial Assistance ......................................... 29 The University .......................................................8 Graduate Professional Studies ...................... 29 University Mission ................................................9 Dual Track Programs ........................................ 30 The School of Veterinary Medicine ................10 Fees and Financial Aid ..................................... 31 History ................................................................... 10 Application Fee ................................................... 31 Degrees ................................................................ 10 Professional Fees ............................................... 31 Departments ........................................................ 10 Graduation Fees ................................................. 31 Veterinary Medicine Library .............................. 11 Other Fees ........................................................... 31 Veterinary Teaching Hospital ........................... 11 Fees - Veterinary Medicine Students ........... 32 Professionalism ................................................... 12 Fees - Graduate Students ............................... 33 Student and Faculty Code of Ethics .............. 12 Required Fees .................................................... 34 Resources for Student Clubs ........................... 13 Payment of Fees ................................................ 35 Commitment to Community ............................. 13 Financial Obligation to University ................. 36 Professional Attire .............................................. 14 Refund of Fees ................................................... 36 Policy and Procedures for Service Animals 14 Veterans’ Benefits ..............................................37 Academic Dishonesty ....................................... 15 Financial Aid ........................................................37 Licensure Requirements ....................................17 Scholarships Offered by the SVM ................. 39 The Professional Program ............................... 18 Student Services .............................................. 40 Admission Requirements ................................. 18 University Housing ............................................ 40 Residence Classification ................................... 18 Student Health Center ..................................... 40 Minimum Prerequisites for Admission .......... 19 Student Accident and Sickness Important Coursework Information ...............20 Insurance Plan .................................................... 40 GRE .......................................................................20 Postal Service ..................................................... 40 Admission Procedures ...................................... 21 University Recreation ........................................ 41 Scholastic Regulations ..................................... 22 Courses of Instruction ..................................... 42 Withdrawal .......................................................... 23 Course Numbering