Annual Open House

Saturday, May 19, 2012

9 a.m. – 4 p.m. (rain or shine)

On-line registration is now available. This is a free event to the public, but we are asking each person to donate cat or dog feed. Pet food donation will be given to area animal shelters.

Every year The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine opens its doors to the public. This Annual Open House allows pet owners, farmers, and all animal lovers the opportunity to learn more about animal care and health. There are informational seminars on various topics about the many different kinds of animals veterinarians treat.

Last year's annual Open House included seminars and activities for all ages, including the very popular Children's Activity Center where your child can dress up as a veterinary surgeon, get their "broken" teddy bear repaired, see chickens hatch and many more. There was a Food and Fiber Farm to learn how veterinarians help provide you safe, nutritious food, many student organization or community booths to learn more about the role of veterinarians in today's society. Interested in becoming a veterinarian? Our information sessions will introduce you to veterinary medicine, first and second year students, and alumni.

Important Information About Your Visit

Admission is FREE!
Online pre-registration is highly recommended. Onsite registration begins at 8:00 a.m.
Self guided tours of Veterinary Medical Center!
Visitors who have been outside the United States after May 9, 2012 will be asked to visit the registration table so that students can assess whether they might pose a risk of spreading a foreign animal disease. This helps us ensure the health of our patients and OSU animals.
During the Annual Open House the college will be photographing exhibits, tours, presentations and other gatherings. Open House attendees consent to have their photograph taken and possibly used in various types of media regarding the Open House. By registering for this event you agree to allow The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine to use photographs of the event which may include you in printed materials and possible advertising. If you DO NOT consent to having your photograph taken during the event you will need to let the photographer know.

Parking

Some free parking is available in the Sisson Hall parking lot to the East of the Veterinary Medical Center (denoted in blue) as well as along Coffey Road. Parking to the North of the Veterinary Medical Center in the Ornamental Plant Germplasm Center (denoted in yellow) will require purchase of a parking permit. Please reference the map below for parking areas.

Free parking in areas marked in Blue. Parking permit required in areas marked in Yellow.

Food

Food will be available for purchase.

If you have any questions, please email students [at] cvm [dot] osu [dot] edu.