Family Weekend

Friday, November 6 & Saturday, November 7, 2026

The Office of Student and Academic Services is excited to invite you and your loved ones to join us for the 2026 DVM Family Weekend on Friday, November 6 and Saturday, November 7, 2026!

Join us for two days filled with connection, celebration, tours, and more. This is a great opportunity to learn about the behind-the-scenes of the incredible journey of the DVM students and connect with fellow DVM families.

*The DVM students have received registration information. If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Student and Academic Services

DVM alumna with family and friends pose for a photo.

DVM Family Weekend Schedule

Friday, November 6, 2026

4:00-5:30 PM
Registration and check in
Office of Student & Academic Services Team
Takoda's Run Atrium – 1st ﬂoor

4:30-5:00 PM
Tour of Flower-Sprecher Veterinary Library (Registration Required)
606 Tower Rd, Ithaca, NY 14853
Takoda's Run Atrium – 1st ﬂoor

5:00-5:30 PM
Tour of Flower-Sprecher Veterinary Library (Registration Required)
606 Tower Rd, Ithaca, NY 14853
Takoda's Run Atrium – 1st ﬂoor

5:30-6:30 PM
Welcome Reception
Hors d'oeuvres and Meet & Greet
Takoda's Run Atrium – 1st floor

6:00-8:00 PM
CVM Live Auction
Hosted by CVM Peer Mentors
Takoda's Run Atrium – 1st floor

Saturday, November 7, 2026

8:00-8:50 AM
Registration and check-in
Office of Student & Academic Services Team
Takoda's Run Atrium – 1st floor

9:00-9:30 AM
Curriculum Renewal: Embracing New Opportunities and Emerging Needs
Jodi A. Korich, DVM | Associate Dean for Education
Yarnell Lecture Hall 4 & 5

9:30-10:00 AM
Business Education in Veterinary Medicine
Jorge Colón, DVM | Director of Veterinary Business Education
Robyn Leary | Career Services Associate
Yarnell Lecture Hall 4 & 5

10:00-10:45 AM
Supporting Your Veterinary Student’s Well-being: Do’s and Don’ts
Dr. Jai Sweet, Assistant Dean of Veterinary Student Services and Admissions
Yarnell Lecture Hall 4 & 5

Tours (Registration Required)

Cornell University Hospital for Animals (CUHA)
930 Campus Rd, Ithaca, NY 14853

11:00 AM-12:00 PM
CUHA Tours #1-5
Takoda's Run Atrium – 1st floor

12:00-1:00 PM
CUHA Tours #6-10
Takoda's Run Atrium – 1st floor

Teaching Dairy Barn (TDB)
225 Tulip Tree Dr, Ithaca, NY14850
Transportation is provided and will depart 10 minutes prior to the tour

11:15-11:45 AM
TDB Tour #1

11:50 AM-12:20 PM
TDB Tour #2

12:30-1:00 PM
TDB Tour #3

Equine Park (EP)
1Bluegrass Ln, Ithaca, NY 14850
Transportation is provided and will depart 15 minutes prior to the tour

11:15-11:35 AM
EP Tour #1

11:40 AM-12:00 PM
EP Tour #2

12:05-12:25 PM
EP Tour #3

12:30-12:55 PM
EP Tour #4

1:00-2:00 PM
Lunch (provided)
Takoda's Run Atrium – 1st floor

1:00-3:00 PM
Merchandise Sale
Student American Veterinary Medical Association (SAVMA) at Cornell
Green Room (S2 223)

3:00 PM
End of official programming

*Everyone is required to register for the tours offered. The DVM students have received the RSVP information. If you have any questions, please contact us at vet_sas@cornell.edu.