In this special "Dean’s Edition" of Extraordinary Vets, host Dr. Donna Harris sits down with three deans who prove there is no single "right" way to reach the top of academia.

Inside the Episode:

• Building from the Ground Up: Dr. Heidi Banse (Arkansas State University) discusses the challenge of launching a brand-new vet school and explains the "community center model" of clinical education and the importance of the Spectrum of Care initiative.

• The Global Perspective: Dr. Brendan Lee (St. Matthew’s University) explains his unique role as Executive Dean and offers advice on the "terminal degree" and why saying "yes" to uncomfortable opportunities is key to career growth.

• From "Mickey Mouse" to UC Davis: Dr. Mark Stetter reveals how 15 years at Walt Disney World provided the leadership, budget, and storytelling skills necessary to lead the world's top-ranked veterinary college.

In this episode of Extraordinary Vets, host Dr. Donna Harris interviews Dr. Joe Gaydos, a marine mammal veterinarian and science director at the SeaDoc Society. They discuss Joe's unique career path, his experiences in wildlife medicine, and the importance of ocean health and conservation. Joe shares insights from his time in Zimbabwe, his transition to marine mammals, and his efforts in educating the public through children's literature and media outreach. The conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities in veterinary medicine, particularly in wildlife conservation, and offers advice for aspiring veterinarians.

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In this episode of Extraordinary Vets, host Dr. Donna Harris welcomes Dr. Justin Schlanser, Colonel in the U.S. Army, Chief of the U.S. Army Veterinary Corps, and Commander of Public Health Command East. Joining the conversation are Second Lieutenant Shelby Friend and Second Lieutenant Selena Gomez, veterinary students and recipients of the Army’s Health Professions Scholarship Program.

Together, they discuss Dr. Schlanser’s journey into veterinary medicine, the roles and responsibilities of the Army Veterinary Corps, and the unique career pathways available to veterinarians in military service. The episode also explores leadership development, public health and food safety, emerging and zoonotic diseases, and the growing impact of climate change on veterinary medicine offering valuable insight for students and professionals alike who are curious about service, science, and the future of the profession.