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Leadership

External view of CVM building

The Dean is the academic, administrative, and community leader of the college, responsible for developing the capacity of the college and moving associated programs forward in reputation, distinction and influence. The dean is expected to expand the intellectual, financial and human assets of the college, while serving as a critical member of the senior leadership team of Cornell University.

The various areas of the college are led by a team of assistant deans, associate deans, department chairs and directors who report directly to the dean. These members oversee the daily operations of their particular units and collaborate with the dean to fulfill the college's mission. 


Austin O. Hooey Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Cornell University

Dean Lorin Warnick

Lorin D. Warnick, D.V.M., Ph.D. '94, serves as the Austin O. Hooey Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Cornell University, and as professor of ambulatory and production medicine. Previously, Warnick served as associate dean for veterinary education and director of the Cornell University Hospital for Animals (CUHA).

As dean, Warnick has overseen significant advances in the college’s teaching, research and service missions since his appointment in 2016. Under his leadership, numerous notable new initiatives have launched, including the Center for Veterinary Business and Entrepreneurship, the Richard P. Riney Canine Health Center, the Duffield Institute for Animal Behavior, and the Department of Public and Ecosystem Health. He dramatically expanded the college’s commitment to diversity, inclusion and well-being through establishing the new leadership position of assistant dean for inclusion and academic excellence and the founding of the Dean’s Leaders Program. Notably, he led partnerships with the Cayuga Health System, Weill Cornell Medicine and the Tompkins County Health Department to guide Cornell University’s nationally recognized pandemic response efforts.

Warnick received his D.V.M. degree from Colorado State University and his Ph.D. in Veterinary Medicine from Cornell University. He is a Diplomate in the American College of Veterinary Preventive Medicine (1995). He joined the Cornell faculty in 1996 and has had responsibilities in clinical service and teaching in the Ambulatory and Production Medicine Service as well as research in the epidemiology of zoonotic infectious diseases and the emergence of antimicrobial resistance. 

Assistant to the Dean
Tessa Brown: tb483@cornell.edu


Deans and Directors

Associate Deans 

Associate Dean for Research & Graduate Education

Paula Cohen

Paula Cohen, Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Education
Email: paula.cohen@cornell.edu
 


Assistant to the Associate Dean
Billi Mouillesseaux
bjm263@cornell.edu  
Phone: 607.253.3755
Location: S3-213 CVM Center
 

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  • Provide administrative support and leadership for the College's research programs, graduate education and summer research programs
  • Oversee post doctoral associate, research associate and senior research associate appointment, promotion, and compensation levels
  • Oversight of conflict of interest issues
  • Director of the Cornell Reproductive Sciences Center
  • Ad hoc member of the College Research Council, the Oversight Committee of the Biological and Biomedical Sciences graduate program and the Zweig Fund for Equine Research Committee
  • Reader for the CVM Admissions Committee
  • Associate Director of the Cornell University Agriculture Experiment Station
  • Member of the advisory boards for the Biomedical Engineering program, the Center for Technology Licensing (CTL) and the Nanobiotechnology Center (NBTC)

Associate Dean for Diagnostic Operations and Government Relations and Executive Director of the Animal Health Diagnostic Center

François Elvinger, Dr.med.vet., Ph.D.
Associate Dean for Diagnostic Operations and Executive Director of the Animal Health Diagnostic Center

Assistant to the Associate Dean
Cristina Carter: cmc452@cornell.edu
Phone: 607.253.3782
Location: A3-210 AHDC

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Serves as Assistant Dean/Executive Director responsible for leadership and development of Animal Health Diagnostic Center (AHDC) operations.

  • Develop strategic plans to guide the operations of the AHDC
  • Operational management, oversight of programs and service units within the AHDC
  • Coordination of test method development and test validation efforts within the AHDC
  • Oversee the preparation and administration of budgets
  • Ensure that finances of all the programs and service units are administered in compliance with regulations and policies. Make improvements in the operational performance and organizational efficiency of the AHDC, ensuring accountability at all levels of the organization and maintain a positive net financial return for the operation
  • In collaboration with the Assistant Dean for Marketing and Communications, develop marketing plans and client satisfaction strategies to extend the reputation and profile of the AHDC
  • Negotiate service fee subsidies
  • Communicate and coordinate activities of the AHDC with State and Federal agencies:
    • Communicate regularly with the NYS Veterinarian and USDA Area Veterinarian in Charge
    • Interact with NYS Department of Environmental Conservation and NYS Department of Health
    • Interact with the USDA's National Veterinary Services Laboratories for coordination of regulatory testing issues
    • Represent the AHDC at activities of the National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN)
  • Maintain accreditation and represent professional interests:
    • Represent the AHDC before the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians (AAVLD)
    • Maintain AAVLD accreditation
    • Implement and maintain a Quality Assurance system
    • Represent the AHDC before the National Institute for Animal Agriculture (NIAA) or other similar organizations

Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs

Susan Fubini, DVM

Susan Fubini, D.V.M.
Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs

Assistant to the Associate Dean
Megan Adams: mmf238@cornell.edu 
Phone: 607.253.3472
Location: College of Veterinary Medicine
 

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  • Facilitate tenure and promotion decisions
  • Develop policies and consensus surrounding academic titles at the College, including articulated expectations for tenure and promotion
  • Create mechanisms and programs for faculty diversity and development in partnership with the department chairs and other related committees/groups regarding recruitment, retention and career development of faculty
  • Respond to a variety of institutional requests and annual reports for the Provost related to our efforts in faculty development, recruitment and diversity, and climate related issues, including dual career support, child care accommodations, etc.
  • Ensure career development and mentoring opportunities exist, particularly for probationary tenure-track faculty, explore and implement appropriate models with department chairs
  • Coordinate faculty compensation recommendations for new hires, merit programs and other recognition and reward programs to ensure equity and parity across scientific and clinical disciplines
  • Review offer letters to ensure appropriate start-up packages and the development of common templates for faculty position descriptions in hiring, standards for effort assignment in probationary track faculty
  • Coordinate faculty leaves (including sabbatical leave approvals, parental leaves, etc.) including retirement planning in coordination with the department chairs
  • Participate in CVM Advisory Council meetings and other special events as appropriate or required to represent the college to other external audiences such as SUNY representatives, corporate sponsors, stakeholders and government leaders
  • Work in close partnership with the other Associate Deans, Department Chairs, and Directors to implement process improvements, planning and program decisions
  • Work in close collaboration with the CVM Office of Human Resources

Associate Dean for Finance and Administration

Dave Howe

David J. Howe, M.B.A.
Associate Dean for Finance and Administration
Email: djh37@cornell.edu

Assistant to the Associate Dean
Nicole Woodhull: nw34@cornell.edu
Phone: 607.253.3773
Location: S3-212 CVM Center

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  • Chief Business Officer for the College
  • Provide leadership, oversight and executive staff expertise to the College and its' departments for issues related to the management of: financial resources, human capital, accounting, facilities, the physical infrastructure and information technology
  • Provide oversight for department administrators relating to fiscal management of their units and supporting the above central functions in the departments
  • Serve as a member of the Dean's Executive Staff, the College Executive Committee, and CVM's representative to the University College Officers and Senior Financial Groups
Jodi Korich

Associate Dean for Education

Jodi Korich, D.V.M.
Associate Dean for Education

Assistant to the Associate Dean
Charles Faison: cf499@cornell.edu
Phone: 607.253.3772
Location: S3-211 CVM Center

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  • Provide oversight and support for the College’s education programs including the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, graduate, dual degree, international, Summer College, and continuing education programs. Responsibilities include strategic planning, coordination of Curriculum and Syllabus Committee activities, and the implementation of program enhancements.
  • Oversee monitoring and evaluation of curricula for the College in order to optimize efficacy and efficiency.
  • Provide oversight of the DVM teaching budget.
  • Provide leadership to ensure support for faculty interested in utilizing technology-enhanced teaching approaches.
  • Contribute to the College’s faculty development in teaching program, providing leadership in the area of educational technologies.
  • Represent the College on educational issues to external audiences and constituents.

Associate Dean for External Programs

David Lee photo with his dog

David Lee, D.V.M., MBA
Associate Dean for External Programs

Assistant to the Associate Dean
Marisa Paradise: mjp352@cornell.edu
Phone: 607-253-3772
Location: S3-217 CVM Center
 

 

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  • Provide oversight and support for the College’s Center for Veterinary Business and Entrepreneurship
  • Provide oversight and support for the Duffield Institute for Animal Behavior
  • Oversee expansion of course offerings related to veterinary business and entrepreneurship for students and external audiences

Associate Dean for Hospital Operations and Director of the Cornell University Hospital for Animals

Meg Thompson

Meg Thompson, D.V.M., M.Ed
Associate Dean for Hospital Operations and Director of the Cornell University Hospital for Animals
Email: mst42@cornell.edu

Assistant to the Director
Marcy Benda: mb265@cornell.edu
Phone: 607.253.3030
Location: Vet Medical Center, C2-209

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As Hospital Director:

  • Establish strategic direction for all aspects of hospital operations, including patient care, medical records, pharmacy/materials management, technical services, client relations, personal managements, facilities, and budget oversight
  • Provide leadership in patient care, education, clinical investigation and scientific innovation in veterinary medicine
  • Oversee Cornell Ruffian Equine Specialists in partnership with the Chief Medical Officer and Clinic Director including staffing decisions, budget accountability and all general operations
  • Develop and implement, in cooperation with the College administration, faculty, and medical directors, strategic goals for continuously strengthening the teaching and clinical mission of the hospital, while delivering exemplary patient care in an optimal working and learning environment for our students

Associate Dean for International Programs

Caroline Yancey

Caroline Yancey, D.V.M., M.P.H.
Associate Dean for International Programs
Email: cby6@cornell.edu
Phone: 607.253.3573

Assistant to the Associate Dean:
Eileen Cunningham: emc62@cornell.edu
Phone: 607-253-3800
Location: S3-215 CVM Center

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  • Provides oversight and support for the college’s international programs. Responsibilities include strategic planning, development and support of international education and engagement activities, development and review of international contracts and agreements, and program management of college-level international partnerships and collaborations.
  • Reviews and implement elements of the college’s strategic plan related to international programs.
  • Represents the college across the university and externally, regarding internationalization and its broad institutional community impact.
  • Partners with the Office of International Affairs on the strategic oversight of incoming international visitors, and outgoing faculty and students to international sites.
  • Oversees the College Expanding Horizons Program.

Assistant Deans

Assistant Dean for Alumni Affairs and Development

Matt Braun

Matt Braun
Assistant Dean for Alumni Affairs & Development 
Email: matthew.braun@cornell.edu

Assistant to the Assistant Dean
Leslie D'Arcy: ldarcy@cornell.edu
Phone: 607.253.3779
Location: S3-209 CVM Center

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Provide strategic leadership for Alumni Affairs & Development programs in support of the college's mission and priorities, including:

  • Alumni Affairs and Development programs that increase participation, involvement and financial support for the college.
  • College-wide fund raising programs, including individual giving, Annual Fund, corporate and foundation support and planned giving.
  • Alumni Affairs and Development efforts involving prominent programs such as the Cornell University Hospital for AnimalsBaker Institute, and Feline Health Center.
  • Alumni Association and College Advisory Council.
  • Alumni and Development events and programs including Reunion, alumni and affiliate receptions, homecoming, faculty speakers, as well as fundraising and donor recognition events.
  • Coordination with university AA&D functions including alumni and donor records, gift management, acknowledgments, endowment reporting and donor stewardship.
  • Primary liaison with university divisions of Alumni Affairs and Development, with reporting lines to the Dean of the College and the Director of College and Unit Alumni Affairs and Development.

Assistant Dean for Marketing and Communications

Len Johnson

Len Johnson
Assistant Dean for Marketing & Communications
Email: Len.Johnson@cornell.edu

Assistant to the Assistant Dean
Eileen M. Cunningham: emc62@cornell.edu
Phone: 607.253.3800
Location: S3-219 CVM Center

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  • Leads the development, execution and assessment of a comprehensive marketing and communications strategy for the College
  • Works collaboratively with the College’s hospital, specialty clinics and diagnostic center to increase their visibility and support revenue and caseload goals
  • Launches strategies to further strengthen and expand our relationships with referring veterinarians
  • In collaboration with Office of Alumni Affairs & Development, creates and executes a strategy and communications plan that clearly supports fundraising 
  • Provides the Office of Student & Academic Services (including Admissions) with the marketing support they need to achieve their goals
  • Leads and oversees media relations, internal communications, publications, and web development
  • Initiates and manages market research initiatives
  • Leads the development, execution and continued enhancement of the CVM’s social media and digital communications strategy
  • Develops and maintains database and measurement tools to assess effectiveness of marketing activities.
  • Evaluates and implements business customer retention marketing tactics and opportunities as base grows.

Assistant Dean and Director of Human Resources

Mary Beth Jordan

Mary Beth Jordan
Assistant Dean and Director of Human Resources
Email: mej4@cornell.edu

HR Administrative Associate
TBD:
Phone: TBD
Location: S3-016 Schurman Hall
 

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  • Coach, advise and partner with college leadership on complex HR issues, and lead the planning, development and implementation of strategic HR initiatives.
  • Advise and provide consultation to college leadership, faculty, supervisors and employees on HR policies and procedures and follow through to ensure compliance.
  • Oversee talent management, recruitment and professional development.
  • Lead employee relations and engagement.
  • Solve complex customer needs through collaboration with Central Human Resources Offices that deliver extensive expertise in organization design and development; compensation and workforce analytics; labor relations; recruitment and employment.
  • Partner with the Office of Inclusion and Academic Excellence on DEI strategic goals and programs

Assistant Dean for Inclusion and Academic Excellence

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Melanie Ragin, Ph.D.
Assistant Dean for Inclusion and Academic Excellence
Email: mjr382@cornell.edu

Assistant to the Assistant Dean
Catherine Bucci: cmf275@cornell.edu
Phone: 607.253.3640
Location: S3-210 CVM Center
 

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Strategic Outreach and Pipeline Development:

  • In alignment with university initiatives, serve as the college diversity advocate to nurture cultural competency and an inclusive environment, partnering closely with the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, CVM HR, department leadership, and faculty committees (CVM Belonging at Cornell Committee [BaCC], Committee on the Status of Faculty Women [CSFW], General Committee, CVM Staff Council, etc.) to enhance and improve targeted opportunities and processes for faculty recruitment, onboarding, integration, retention and promotion

Inclusive Climate and Community Engagement:

  • Serve as chair for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) Affairs and an engaged member of Dean’s Council and College Executive Committee (CEC) meetings
  • Lead, manage and/or implement strategic diversity efforts that align with the college’s and university’s mission, strategic priorities, and to raise awareness for the entire college about multicultural and social justice issues
  • Provide strategic direction and oversight of the CVM Belonging at Cornell Committee (BaCC) and their broad stakeholder activities on behalf of the college
  • Oversee the implementation and success of action plans to address the BaCC survey findings unique to the CVM community, in partnership with CVM HR and other department leaders in Academic Affairs, including developing or facilitating targeted educational and engagement opportunities, presenting updates at staff/faculty meetings and hosting seminar/speaker series, etc.
  • Work in partnership with staff, faculty and students across the organization to:
    • Develop and initiate college-wide best practices promoting cultural competencies that embrace diversity and inclusion as fundamental to institutional excellence
    • Educate CVM community about the importance of diversity to programmatic excellence
    • Provide consultation and guidance to senior leadership regarding diversity and inclusion in policy and program initiatives
    • Raise awareness for diversity and inclusion topics/issues (e.g., implicit bias, microaggressions, antiracism, etc.) to faculty, staff, and students through a broad range of activities, including the Many Voice, One College (MVOC) diversity series and other engagement forums
    • Oversee initiatives to promote the positive engagement, optimal learning and professional development for faculty and staff, in collaboration with the Department of Inclusion and Workforce Diversity, the Office of Faculty Development and Diversity (OFDD) and/or members of the Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX
  • Serve as Chief Diversity Officer for CVM. Act as liaison and representative on university committees, and related programs, events and activities

Strategic Planning, Benchmarking & Data Analysis:

  • Together with CVM HR, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Assistant Dean for Students and Instruction, oversee the research and benchmarking efforts, including review and analysis of internal and external survey benchmarks

Assistant Dean for Veterinary Student Services and Admissions

Jai Sweet

Jai Sweet, Ph.D.
Assistant Dean for Veterinary Student Services and Admissions
 Email: jr27@cornell.edu
Phone: 607.253-3700

Assistant to the Assistant Dean
Jessica Bailey: jlp86@cornell.edu
Phone: 607.253.3728
Location: S2-009 CVM Center

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Visit the D.V.M. program page, including admissions and student services.

Assistant Dean for Veterinary Curriculum

Marnie Fitzmaurice

Marnie FitzMaurice, D.V.M.
Assistant Dean for Veterinary Curriculum
Email: mcf32@cornell.edu

Assistant to the Director
Eileen Cunningham: emc62@cornell.edu
Phone: 607.253.3800
 

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  • Provides college-level leadership in our ongoing efforts to improve the DVM curriculum and maintains our reputation for excellence in veterinary education
  • Supports and coordinates the work of the curriculum and syllabus committees and foundation course leaders
  • Works collaboratively with the faculty and college administrators to evaluate and respond to future needs and trends in the veterinary profession and to foster innovation in our curriculum.
  • Provides leadership for several ongoing college initiatives including modification of the curriculum footprint, continued effort to improve clinical ability in primary care medicine and surgery, and development of the seven-year BS/DVM program.

Department Chairs and Academic Directors

Biomedical Sciences

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Praveen Sethupathy, Ph.D.
Chair of Biomedical Sciences
Email: pr46@cornell.edu

Assistant to the Chair
Heather Muñiz: hlm85@cornell.edu
Phone: 607.253.3335
Location: T4 018 Veterinary Research Tower

Department Manager
Jane Lee: jcl54@cornell.edu

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The Department of Biomedical Sciences is comprised of faculty engaged in research in the areas of cell and developmental biology, genetics, pathology and physiology. 

Clinical Sciences

Tim Hackett

Timothy Hackett, D.V.M.
Chair of Clinical Sciences
Email: tbh53@cornell.edu

Assistant to the Chair
Maria Hopko: msh46@cornell.edu
Phone: 607.253.3208
Location: C3-502A, Clinical Programs Center

Department Manager
Carol Merkur: cm296@cornell.edu

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The Department of Clinical Sciences contributes to classroom and laboratory teaching throughout the curriculum, provides clinical training of DVM professional students, interns and residents through their professional service in the Cornell University Hospital for Animals, and values both clinical and basic research. 

Microbiology and Immunology

Dr. Deborah Fowell

Deborah Fowell, Ph.D.
Chair of Microbiology and Immunology
Email: djf273@cornell.edu 

Assistant to the Chair
Gretchen Strong: gms264@cornell.edu
Phone: 607.253.3402

Department Manager
Alexia Zobel: ac924@cornell.edu

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The Department of Microbiology and Immunology is engaged in research in infectious disease and host immune response. They study a range of pathogens, including viruses, bacteria and parasites, and other insults such as toxins. Their immunology interests stretch from understanding immune protection to vaccine development.

Molecular Medicine

Toshi Kawate headshot

Toshi Kawate, Ph.D.
Interim Chair of Molecular Medicine
Email: tk499@cornell.edu Assistant to the Chair
Wendy Sweeney: wls62@cornell.edu
Phone: 607.253.3783 
Location: C4-151 Veterinary Medical Center

Department Manager
Kevin Lyon: kal63@cornell.edu

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The Department of Molecular Medicine focuses on three major areas of research: signal transduction, cancer cell biology, and receptor and ion channel mechanisms. 

Population Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences

Jessica McArt

Jessica McArt, D.V.M.'07, Ph.D.'13
Chair of Population Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences
Email: jmcart@cornell.edu

Assistant to the Chair
Cristina Carter: cmc452@cornell.edu
Phone: 607.253.3140
Location: College of Veterinary Medicine

Department Manager
Rocky Kambo: kambo@cornell.edu

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The Department of Population Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences' mission is to promote health, productivity, and welfare of food- and fiber-producing animals, companion animals, and wildlife populations; ensure safety of foods of animal origin; and prevent animal disease with its associated risks to human health. 

Public and Ecosystem Health, Director of Public Health

Alexander Travis

Alex Travis, V.M.D., Ph.D.
Director of Public Health, Founding Chair of the Department of Public and Ecosystem Health
Email: ajt32@cornell.edu

Assistant to the Chair
Lisa Freeborn: lf435@cornell.edu

Phone607.253.3463
Location: S2005 Schurman Hall

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The Department of Public & Ecosystem Health brings public health professionals, biophysical and social scientists, and veterinarians together to address three of the world’s greatest challenges: achieving healthy food systems, tackling emerging health threats, and conserving biodiversity. The department seeks not only to understand these problems through research, but also to address them directly through public health and clinical veterinary practice.
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Executive Director of the Cornell Veterinary Educators Academy

Julia Felippe, MedVet, Ph.D.
Executive Director of the Cornell Veterinary Educators Academy
Professor in the Department of Clinical Sciences
Email:mbf6@cornell.edu


Director of the Cornell Feline Health Center

Bruce Kornreich

Bruce Kornreich D.V.M., Ph.D., DACVIM
Director of the Cornell Feline Health Center
Email: bgk2@cornell.edu

Operations Coordinator
Kristina Engel Ross: ke95@cornell.edu
Phone: 607-253-3414

 

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The Cornell Feline Health Center (FHC) is dedicated to improving the lives of cats through research, outreach and education. Kornreich's role is dedicated to advancing the work of the FHC through outreach and fostering collaboration among faculty participating in feline research.

Interim Director of the Baker Institute for Animal Health

Colin Parrish, D.V.M., Ph.D.'84
Interim Director of the Baker Institute for Animal Health
Email: crp3@cornell.edu

Assistant to the Director
Jamie A. Dibble: jaw6@cornell.edu
Phone: 607.253.3443
Location: 235 Hungerford Hill Road, Ithaca, NY

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The James A. Baker Institute for Animal Health is one of the oldest research centers dedicated to the study of veterinary infectious diseases, immunology and genetics. Discoveries made at the Baker Institute have important implications for all animals, including humans.

Director of the Cornell Richard P. Riney Canine Health Center

Rory Todhunter

Rory Todhunter B.V.Sc., Ph.D.
Director of the Cornell Richard P. Riney Canine Health Center
Email: rjt2@cornell.edu

Assistant to the Director
Marisa Paradise: mjp352@cornell.edu
Phone: 607.253.3772

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The Cornell Richard P. Riney Canine Health Center (RCHC) is dedicated to improving the lives of dogs through research, outreach and engagement. Todhunter's role is dedicated to advancing the work of the RCHC and fostering collaboration among faculty participating in canine research.

Director of the Cornell K. Lisa Yang Center for Wildlife Health

Steve Osofsky

Steven A. Osofsky, DVM
Jay Hyman Professor of Wildlife Health & Health Policy
Email: s.osofsky@cornell.edu
 

 

Volunteer Leadership

Staff Council 

The CVM Staff Council was established in 2012 with the main objective of providing a mechanism for non-academic staff to effectively provide input to College Leadership on matters relating to the work environment.  Responsibilities include:

  • Facilitating communication between staff members and College Leadership
  • Providing a forum for staff participation in relevant and important discussions
  • Assisting in building a cohesive community, where the contributions of staff are recognized

Members

  • Scott Butler, Biomedical Sciences, Research Support - Chair
  • Heather Muniz, Biomedical Sciences, Administration - Vice Chair
  • Holly White, Animal Health Diagnostic Center, AHDC - Secretary
  • Amy McHerron, RMSS, Special Services - Treasurer
  • Roxanne Coffey, Animal Health Diagnostic Center, AHDC
  • Jamie Dibble, Baker Institute for Animal Health
  • Erik Holmberg, RMSS, Information Technology
  • Leslie Hopkins, Cornell University Hospital for Animals, CUHA
  • Terri Denman, Baker Institute for Animal Health
  • John Enright, Baker Institute for Animal Health
  • Mary Moore, Animal Health Diagnostic Center, AHDC
  • Dana Ursu, Cornell University Hospital for Animals, CUHA
  • Dean Warnick, Dean of the CVM Hospital (Ex officio)
  • Nicole Woodhull, Assistant to the Assistant Dean, RMSS (Ex officio)
  • Kate Buckley, CVM Wellness Director (Ex officio)
  • Leslie D'Arcy, Assistant to the Assistant Dean, Alumni Affairs (Ex officio)
  • David Howe, Assistant Dean for Finance and Administration (Ex officio)
  • Mary Beth Jordan, Director of CVM Human Resources (Ex officio)
  • Lauren Roberts, CVM Marketing and Communications (Ex officio)

Get Involved

  • Enjoy volunteering?  Join one of our sub-committees!  We host numerous events each year, including wellness seminars and fitness competitions!  
  • Enjoy helping new staff navigate the College?  Volunteer to be a CVM Ambassador! 
  • Have questions, comments, concerns, or suggestions?  Email us at cvmstaffcouncil@cornell.edu or learn more about us on the Intranet (netid login required)

College Advisory Council

College courtyard

The College of Veterinary Medicine Advisory Council serves as an external advisory group to the dean of the college and to support the College through advice, advocacy, access and support.

2024-2025 Advisory Council Members

Richard Ball - Ex Officio Member

Commissioner, NYS Dept of Agriculture and Markets, Schoharie, NY

Gigi Bruno '89, M.I.L.R. '95 - PCCW Liaison

Senior Vice President of Human Resources, American Tower, Boston, MA

Niccole Bruno, D.V.M. '06

Founder, BLEND, Katy, TX

Michael Capel '96, D.V.M. '00

Perry Veterinary Clinic, Perry, NY

Lauren Davidson '95, D.V.M. 

Animal Program Director, National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD

Alexandra DeLorenzo '89, D.V.M.

Owner, Acredale Animal Hospital, Virginia Beach, VA

Ann E. Dwyer, D.V.M. '83 - Vice Chair

Retired, Scottsville, NY

Victoria Hartman '78 

Retired, New York, NY

Susan Hostler

Business Development Consultant – Biotechnology, Bradford Woods, PA

Sally Ann Iverson, D.V.M. '11

USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service, Bowie, MD

Michele Barrett, D.V.M. '09 - Ex Officio Member, Alumni Association Executive Board

Medical Lead, US Cattle Technical Services - Zoetis, King Ferry, NY

W. Bradley Davis, D.V.M. '83

Owner, Davis Companion Animal Hospital, Woodbury, CT

Richard Henry '65, D.V.M. '68

Retired, Dix Hills, NY

Joy Higa '89 - Cornell University Council Liaison

Chief Compliance Officer, United Healthcare, Manhattan Beach, CA

Joseph Kinnarney, D.V.M. '80

Owner, Reidsville Animal Hospital, Greensboro, NC

Mitchell E. Kornet '76, D.V.M. '79 - Chair

Owner/Veterinarian, Mid Island Animal Hospital, Hicksville, N

Justine Lee, D.V.M. ‘97

CEO, Vetgirl LLC, Saint Paul, MN

Lila Miller '74, D.V.M. '77

Retired Vice President, ASPCA, New York, NY

Hindatu Mohammed '99,  D.V.M. '07

Owner, Allendale Veterinary Clinic & Founder, Sankofa Veterinary Project, Austin, TX

Scott E. Palmer, V.M.D.

New York State Gaming Commission, Schenectady, NY

Michael R. Parker

Parker Global Strategics, Henrico, VA

Laurie E. Peek, D.V.M. '96

Maddie's Fund, Verona, WI

G. Sylvester Price, D.V.M '84

Retired, Durham, NC

Willie Reed, D.V.M.

Dean Emeritus, Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine, West Lafayette, IN

Keith Richter ’78, D.V.M. ’81

Founder, Veterinary Specialty Hospital, San Diego, CA

Mark Rosen

Retired, New York, NY

Linda Rossi

Retired, Woolford, MD

Cynthia M. Suprenant

Managing Director, Lansdowne Capital Partners, Inc., Queensbury, NY

Hazel Szeto, M.D. '77, Ph.D. '77

Chief Scientific Officer, Social Profit Network; Founder, Stealth Biotherapeutics; New York, NY

Meg Valnoski

President, Theradex Oncology, Allentown, NJ

A'ndrea Van Schoick '96, D.V.M.

Veterinary Medical Officer, FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine; Owner, Veterinary Relief Services; Washington, DC 

Jennifer Wade

Los Angeles, CA

Tristan Weinkle '95, D.V.M. '99

Mobile Veterinary Medicine Practitioner, Consultant, Columbia, SC

Jeff Winton '80

Owner, Wall Street Dairy Farm and Jeff Winton Associates, Founder, Rural Minds, Mayville, NY

Jan Witkowski

Special Advisor, Cold Spring Harbor, Huntington, NY

Peregrine Wolff, D.V.M. '84

Executive Manager, Wildlife Disease Association, Leesburg, FL

Gary Yarnell '74, D.V.M. '77

Senior Advisor to the CEO of Veterinary Practice Partners, Rye, NY

Emeritus Members

Paul A. Gould

Managing Director, Allen & Company LLC, New York, NY

Ann C. Harris '82, D.V.M. '83 

Retired owner/veterinarian, Rockacres Veterinary Hospital, Manlius, NY 

Elizabeth D. Lynch '90, D.V.M. '95 

National Program Educator, Pet Partners, Greenwich, CT

Judy Wilpon

Locust Valley, NY