ISU Vet College: $5M Expansion Gift
- Iowa State University's College of Veterinary Medicine is set to enhance its equine facilities thanks to a $5 million commitment from alumni Scott and Angie State.
- The 21,000-square-foot project, already approved by the Iowa Board of Regents, aims to improve services for horses.
- Dan grooms, dean of veterinary medicine at Iowa State, called the donation a "powerful catalyst." He noted that Iowa's growing equine industry fuels the need for expanded facilities.
Iowa State’s College of veterinary Medicine is set to substantially enhance its equine care capabilities! Thanks to a generous $5 million gift from alumni Scott and Angie State, the Large Animal Hospital will undergo a $14.1 million expansion. This crucial investment will increase intensive care areas, expand equine reproduction services, and bolster rehabilitation services, directly addressing the needs of Iowa’s growing equine industry. The project, slated for completion by 2027, is poised to elevate both clinical care and veterinary training. Dr. Dan Grooms, the college’s dean, hails the donation as a “powerful catalyst” for advancements in equine medicine and research. Learn more about the impact of this gift at News Directory 3 and discover what’s next for the college’s pioneering work.
Iowa State vet Med Receives $5M Gift for Equine Expansion
Iowa State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine is set to enhance its equine facilities thanks to a $5 million commitment from alumni Scott and Angie State. The gift will kickstart a $14.1 million expansion of the Large Animal Hospital at the Lloyd Veterinary medical Center.
The 21,000-square-foot project, already approved by the Iowa Board of Regents, aims to improve services for horses. Plans include increased intensive care areas, expanded equine reproduction services, and enhanced equine rehabilitation services. Completion is expected by 2027.
Dr. Dan grooms, dean of veterinary medicine at Iowa State, called the donation a “powerful catalyst.” He noted that Iowa’s growing equine industry fuels the need for expanded facilities. The expansion will boost the college’s ability to serve clients, train future veterinarians, and conduct advanced clinical research in equine medicine and equine care.
scott State, who holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in nuclear engineering from Iowa State, and Angie State, a Bachelor of Fine Arts graduate, reside in Scottsdale, ariz. angie’s father, Dr. Ray Cooney, is a 1946 graduate of Iowa State’s veterinary program. Scott and his brother also own a quarter horse racing operation, RDS Legacy Racing.
“Supporting the College of Veterinary Medicine’s vision for advancing equine care, education and research means a grate deal to us,” Scott and Angie State said. “Iowa State had a profound impact on our lives and our family’s history with veterinary medicine.”
What’s next
With the funding secured, the College of Veterinary Medicine will proceed with the expansion plans, aiming to complete the project by 2027.The upgraded facilities promise to significantly enhance equine veterinary services in Iowa and beyond.