The School will celebrate its birthday with events for graduates and the local community, including reunions, professional education seminars, prize ceremonies and public lectures.
Alumni wishing to attend events can view the upcoming events and register their interest to receive invitations to upcoming events and celebrations.
The School of Veterinary Science has produced 4000 graduates working in professional practices, research, government, biosecurity, industry and even television.
Distinguished alumni creating change around the world include:
Nobel Laureate and former Australian of the Year Professor Peter Doherty, AC.
Founder of Vets Beyond Borders Dr Catherine Schuetze.
Animal advocate Dr Peter Thornber, who developed the Australian Animal Welfare Strategy.
Dr Allison Crook, who is the first woman appointed chief veterinary officer and general manager for Animal Biosecurity and Welfare Queensland.
Dr Glen Richards, the founding Managing Director of Green Cross Veterinary surgeries who established China's first western veterinary practice in 2001. Dr Richards is now a panelist on Network Ten’s Shark Tank, offering assistance to budding business entrepreneurs.