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College of Veterinary Medicine

CVM Values

Mutual respect and valuing the quality of our relationships unleashes the power of collaboration.

Together we are One CVM.

One of the main priorities in our strategic plan is to improve our college culture. A key to moving that effort forward was to become a truly values-driven college. We had to ask ourselves, and then define, what does that really mean? It took a while to reach a shared understanding and support for what we were seeking to accomplish. This included:

  • Becoming a culture of shared core values among the CVM community
  • Everyone embracing and aligning their personal values with CVM’s values
  • Creating a unified and motivated community
  • Buy-in from leadership who set examples for the organization and display the values through their behavior, decisions and how they engage with others

Core Values

The CVM promotes a values-driven culture of mutual respect. We support all of our community members and prioritize relationships and collaborations. We practice inclusivity, promote innovation and pursue our passion. Together we are One CVM.

WE PRIORITIZE COMMUNITY.

  • We practice kindness and respect.
  • We communicate with each other openly and honestly.
  • We assume good intent.
  • We embrace effective leadership.
  • We are attentive to one another’s wellbeing.
  • We make time for each other and time for ourselves.

WE PRACTICE INCLUSIVITY.

  • We know that it is our diversity that makes us stronger.
  • We honor and respect different beliefs.
  • We celebrate individuality.
  • We make all feel included.
  • We empathize with each other.
  • We listen to each other with the intent to understand.

WE PROMOTE INNOVATION.

  • We empower people to seek and tackle new challenges.
  • We prioritize progress over perfection.
  • We approach challenges with creativity and integrity.
  • We are pioneers of veterinary and human translational medicine.
  • We collaboratively combat global health issues.

WE PURSUE OUR PASSION.

  • We provide exceptional veterinary care.
  • We strengthen the human-animal relationship.
  • We advocate for animal welfare and human wellness.
  • We give back through volunteerism.
  • We champion personal and professional growth.