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Congratulations to Devon Anderson, of the Purdue DVM Class of 2025, who recently was notified that he has been selected as one of just four recipients of the prestigious Nandi Theriogenology Scholarship. The award, given by the Society for Theriogenology, recognizes exceptional veterinary students from across North America who have demonstrated a strong commitment to the field of theriogenology — the study of animal reproduction.
Hailing from Brownsburg, Indiana, Anderson came to Purdue as an undergraduate student, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Sciences with a concentration in biosciences. He chose to continue his academic journey at Purdue to pursue his DVM degree, attracted by the College of Veterinary Medicine’s location and close-knit community.
“I chose Purdue University for my DVM degree because it is close to home and has small class sizes,” Anderson said. “Through my veterinary student career, I truly made connections with my professors and clinicians, who became incredible mentors and close colleagues.”
Anderson’s passion for theriogenology — particularly in large animals and equine medicine — began during his undergraduate years. He immersed himself in reproductive physiology coursework and took part in research focused on estrous synchronization priming in beef heifers. He further pursued his interests during veterinary school through targeted courses and clinical rotations.
“My initial interest in theriogenology developed during my undergraduate degree program,” he explained. “There is honestly no better feeling than to pull a live calf during a case of dystocia, or to breed a mare and see the fetus on a transrectal ultrasound.”
Anderson’s dedication to the field of theriogenology will continue post-graduation as he begins a Large Animal Rotating Internship at Purdue in June 2025, with aspirations of completing a residency to become a board-certified theriogenologist.
Dr. Bethany Funnell, clinical associate professor of bovine theriogenology, said Anderson’s selection as a Nandi Scholarship recipient is a wonderful reflection on him and PVM’s theriogenology program. “This scholarship award involves a highly competitive selection process, and it is a tremendous honor for Devon to be chosen as a recipient,” Dr. Funnell explained.
The Nandi Theriogenology Scholars Program, administered by the Theriogenology Foundation, recognizes veterinary students in their fourth year who exhibit outstanding clinical and academic promise and leadership in the field. Scholarship recipients will be honored during the Annual Therio Conference, which will be held in Sacramento, California, from July 23–26, 2025.
Writer(s): Kelly Dold, Kevin Doerr | pvmnews@purdue.edu
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