All College Day Awards
Each fall, MSU CVM hosts All College Day to recognize key alums, friends of the College, and members of the faculty and staff for outstanding contributions to the College and/or the field of veterinary medicine. The event is traditionally celebrated in October, and following the awards ceremony, all members of the CVM family are treated to a delicious barbecue meal served by representatives of the Mississippi Veterinary Medical Board and volunteers.
All College Day Awards were presented in the following categories to the following individuals in 2022:
President’s Pegasus Award
Each year the President’s Pegasus Award is presented to an individual who has demonstrated outstanding achievements in teaching, research, and/or service on behalf of the University and veterinary medicine. The 2022 President's Pegasus Award was presented to Dr. Mac Huddleston.
Vice President’s Pegasus Award
The Vice President’s Award is given to a person who has made significant contributions to veterinary medicine in the state of Mississippi. The 2022 Vice President's Pegasus Award recipient was Dr. Joe Duncan.
Dean’s Pegasus Award
The Dean’s Pegasus Award is presented to a person who has demonstrated outstanding achievements in teaching, research, and/or service on behalf of Mississippi State University and the College of Veterinary Medicine. This person or these people can be a member of the CVM faculty or staff or can be someone from the great group of friends of the College. Drs. Heath King, Christine Bryan, and John Thomas were the 2022 recipients of this award.
Pegasus Faculty Award for Teaching
The 2022 Dean’s Pegasus Award for Teaching was presented to Dr. Marc Seitz.
Pegasus Faculty Award for Research
Accomplishments in obtaining competitive NIH grants, a strong publication record, and outstanding leadership and mentoring efforts make Dr. Barbara Kaplan an outstanding investigator and researcher, and they have led to many benefits and positive exposure for MSU and the CVM. She is highly deserving, and the College is pleased to present her with the 2022 Pegasus Award for Research.
Pegasus Faculty Award for Service
Dr. Diana Eubanks is always approachable and helpful. She is a loyal team member. Recognition for her dedication and service to MSU CVM is past due. The College is fortunate to have her and is pleased to present her with the 2022 Pegasus Award for Service.
Zoetis Award for Veterinary Research Excellence
The Zoetis Award for Veterinary Research Excellence is presented annually to a member of the MSU CVM faculty who demonstrates outstanding achievement and dedication in the area of research in the field of veterinary medicine.
Dr. Rosser is highly regarded as an excellent teacher and a mentor to graduate students and veterinary students participating in the College’s summer research experience program and study abroad program. He has also played a vital role in setting up the virtual meeting program for CVM Research Day oral presentations.
Dr. Graham Rosser is an outstanding member of the MSU CVM faculty, and he is most deserving of the 2022 Zoetis Award for Research Excellence.
Recent Faculty Honors & Recognition
Brookshire Selected to MCCTR Scholars Program
CVM Faculty Members Honored by DAFVM
Betbeze Elected to ACVO Board of Regents
Eddy Selected for ACVS Credentialing Committee
Researchers Honored with Publication Award
Researchers Receive Innovation Award for COVID-19 Antibody Test
CVM’s Lawrence Currently Serving on National and International Boards
