The ISU College of Veterinary Medicine has been involved in international activities since the College was established in 1879.
International activities are more important to veterinary medicine today than ever before.
Issues such as food safety, public health, vaccines and pharmaceuticals, and international trade require veterinarians to have a greater understanding of international animal health Students at ISU are broadening their international interests just as career opportunities in international veterinary medicine are expanding. Faculty, too, are participating in more international collaborations. There are many international opportunities for ISU College of Veterinary Medicine students. In July 2000, the College offered a group study abroad trip to Germany. Planning is well underway for a new trip to study wildlife and livestock in East Africa in May 2001, and another study trip to Hanover, Germany, will be offered in July of 2001.