Western University CVM Presents A Black Perspective on Race in Veterinary Medicine: A Conversation

The College of Veterinary Medicine at the Western University of Health Sciences is convening an important dialog to advance diversity, equity and inclusion in the veterinary profession.  ”A Black Perspective on Race in Veterinary Medicine: A Conversation” will be held on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 from 6-8 PM Pacific time (Zoom meeting ID 761 820 4389, password CVM2020).  The conversation will be led by three distinguished veterinarians:

Phillip Nelson, DVM, PhD
Dean, College of Veterinary Medicine
Western University of Health Sciences


Ruby L. Perry, DVM, MS, PhD, Dip. ACVR
Dean, College of Veterinary Medicine
Tuskegee University


Michael J. Blackwell, DVM, MPH
Director of the Program for Pet Health Equity
University of Tennessee,
Assistant Surgeon General, USPHS (Ret.)