Updated lab and learning spaces are on the way for vet med students
In 1973, “The Godfather” won the Oscar for best picture, the first-ever call on a mobile phone was made and Trotter Hall, the home of K-State’s College of Veterinary Medicine, was built. In the 52 years since, we’ve enjoyed “The Godfather Part II” and we rely on our mobile phones for, well, everything.
Unfortunately, much like “The Godfather Part III,” the second floor of Trotter Hall has been overlooked. But that’s about to change.
Trotter Hall’s second floor is the last to be updated, but it certainly isn’t the least utilized. Second-year students spend much of their time there studying pathology, virology, bacteriology and parasitology.
This highly tracked area will be transformed into a hub for student learning and innovation. And the new space will host practicing veterinarians and industry partners as they continue their professional development and test new advancements.
Within the existing square footage, the renovation will feature:
• Laboratory training space where students learn diagnostic testing and microscopic skills. The new space will model modern biosecurity practices with separate areas for studying and lab work.
• Classroom space for pre-lab preparation and interpreting lab results.
• A student success center featuring study and collaboration areas, embedded technology to facilitate learning, and a kitchen.
YOUR TURN
Help K-State continue to be a leader in veterinary medicine education.
