Category Archives: Veterinary Technology

Take a Look: 70 High School Students Get a Preview of Life as a Vet Tech

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Blaine High School students from the Animal Management class came to Minnesota School of Business-Blaine (MSB) on May 3 to participate in a tour of the veterinary technology program department, and learn about the vet tech field. They received an up-front, hands-on … Continue reading

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Cancer, Canines, and a Vet Tech Class

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Vet tech class hits the road for a 4-legged cause On Saturday, a vet tech class at Minnesota School of Business-Elk River hit the road to Ramsey to volunteer at the 2nd Annual American Cancer Society’s Bark for Life event. … Continue reading

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How Vet Techs View the Wild Side of Domesticated Dogs

Minnesota School of Business-Rochester veterinary technology degree students learn how to perform basic barium tests as part of their career preparation. The test allows veterinary professionals to detect on X-rays foreign objects consumed by an animal. In the history of … Continue reading

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Vet Tech Student Gets Graduation Surprise

It’s a tradition at Minnesota School of Business-Elk River’s graduation ceremony to surprise one graduate who we feel has earned the right to be named graduate of the quarter. At this quarter’s ceremony, Andrew Rippe, a vet tech degree graduate, … Continue reading

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48 States, 48 Zoos for this Vet Tech Graduate of the Quarter

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Numerous movies, articles and books have been written about the romanticism of the road trip. The idea and portrayal of leaving day-to-day life and learning more about yourself, and the open road, is an alluring idea that few take the … Continue reading

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Junior Vet Techs: College Students Teach the Next Generation

This quarter, Minnesota School of Business’s (MSB) vet tech program students and faculty have hosted two Junior Vet Tech events on the Lakeville campus. The events, which are attended by local children and their families, provide a glimpse behind the … Continue reading

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4 Purposes of a Dog Wash? Who Knew?

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What if you invited a lot of dirty dogs to campus and offered a bath and basic care services for a reduced fee? What if the $10 donation benefited local animal shelters and rescues? What if senior vet tech school … Continue reading

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5 Timely Testing Tips for Reducing Stress

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The week leading up to midterms always seems to be a very stressful time around Minnesota School of Business-Rochester. Students are busy preparing for multiple tests and that can be a very stressful time. The key to relieving some of … Continue reading

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Improving the Odds: 24 Homeless Cats, Dogs Just Became More Adoptable

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On Saturday, Jan. 26, 15 veterinary technology degree program students from Minnesota School of Business-Shakopee joined faculty, community members, local veterinarians and veterinary technology graduates to host a spay and neuter clinic on campus. Participating students included those currently enrolled … Continue reading

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Succeeding in College: 3 Tips from a Vet Tech Student

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For veterinary technology degree student Lauren Swain, attending class is only the beginning of her career preparation. Lauren goes the extra mile to equip herself for a successful future and mentors her peers in hopes of helping them succeed as … Continue reading

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