The Future of Ag Animal Education Webinar
About the event
Washington State University Veterinary Medicine Extension
- Building connections between industry, producers, veterinarians, and students throughout the state of Washington.
- Our mission is to improve ag animal health and well-being today for our safety and well-being tomorrow.
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QUARTERLY UPDATE
Your Voice. Your Profession. The Next Generation.
Rural communities depend on livestock veterinarians. Join College leadership for an inside look at how we’re building the veterinary workforce of tomorrow.
Hear updates from the Dean and curriculum leaders on innovative approaches to rural veterinary training, experiential learning opportunities, and efforts to ensure graduates are ready to serve agricultural producers from day one.
If you’re passionate about the future of food animal medicine, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.
Featured speakers

Dr. Dori Borjesson, Dean, WSU College of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Borjesson brings decades of experience advancing veterinary research, clinical innovation, and animal health. A nationally recognized scientist and educator, she is committed to strengthening veterinary medicine and supporting the next generation of practitioners serving livestock and companion animals.

Dr. Arno Werners, Associate Dean, Professional Programs, Veterinary Clinical Sciences
Dr. Werners is an award-winning veterinary pharmacologist and educator with extensive experience in equine practice, veterinary medicine, and academic leadership.
He currently serves as Senior Vice-President of the European College of Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology (ECVPT) and was recognized with the 2025 AAVPT Teaching Award for excellence in veterinary pharmacology education.
Agenda
- New faculty hires
- Large animal veterinary shortage working group outcomes
- Externships/preceptorships
- Large animal curriculum layering (e.g., 4th year review, clinical and professional skills, electives)