Midwest Institute Veterinary Technology

📚 VTNE Prep Opportunity

For current and future veterinary technicians preparing for the VTNE, the Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association (ISVMA) is offering a Fall VTNE Masterclass Series this September.

The series includes live VTNE study sessions along with focused reviews in several key areas:

🐾 Anesthesia & Analgesia
💊 Pharmacology
🧮 Medical Math
🩻 Radiology
🔬 Clinical Pathology
🐄 Large Animal Nursing

The full series is available for $25 and provides another opportunity to review important concepts, learn from veterinary professionals, and build confidence heading into the VTNE.

We’re always happy to share additional educational resources and opportunities that can support our students and future credentialed veterinary technicians!

🔗 Learn more/register: https://member.isvma.org/events/upcoming-events

This series is offered by ISVMA and is not affiliated with or hosted by Midwest Institute.

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of one of our beloved campus ambassadors, Martini ("Tini").

On Monday morning, Tini greeted us just as she always did - bright, alert, and eagerly enjoying her breakfast. Later that afternoon, she was found to have passed away. While her loss was completely unexpected, we're grateful her final morning was spent doing what she loved most: enjoying a good meal and being surrounded by people who cared deeply for her.

During the year and a half she was part of the Midwest Institute family, Tini helped tons of Veterinary Technology students build their confidence and develop their skills. From handling and restraint to physical exams, medication administration, and patient care, she patiently participated in countless learning experiences and reminded us that some of the greatest teachers come in very small packages.

Most recently, many of our students also had the opportunity to be involved in her care as she was treated for chronic dental disease. Even as a patient herself, Tini continued teaching lessons in compassion, teamwork, and advocating for every animal entrusted to our care.

The classroom feels a little quieter without her, but her impact will be felt for years to come through the students whose lives she touched.

Thank you, Tini, for every lesson, every cuddle, every Cheerio, and every tiny whisker twitch that made us smile. You will always be part of the Midwest Institute family. ❤️🐀

If you knew Tini, we'd love for you to share your favorite memory or photo in the comments.

Dental radiographs are only part of the picture.

During dental radiology lab, students practice proper imaging technique while also evaluating dentition, completing detailed dental charting, and identifying oral pathology.

Understanding normal anatomy, recognizing abnormalities, and correlating findings with diagnostic images are essential skills for credentialed veterinary technicians.

Hands-on training makes the difference. 🐾

📸 It's time for another edition of... "Cow Lab Reactions." 🐄😂

Every cohort has them.

The moment they reach in for their very first bovine pregnancy palpation... and suddenly realize that no textbook could have prepared them for that feeling.

While these expressions are always entertaining, they're also a reminder of what hands-on veterinary technology education is all about. Our students are developing practical skills, building confidence, and gaining experience with procedures they'll encounter in mixed and food animal practice.

Thank you to our farm partners for continuing to provide these invaluable learning opportunities for our students.

Now the real question...

Which reaction is your favorite? 👀

A huge thank you to the team at Cheap Pricks for welcoming our Veterinary Technology students for a morning of hands-on learning and clinical observation!

Experiences like these allow students to connect classroom knowledge with real-world practice while learning alongside experienced veterinary professionals. We're especially grateful for community partners who are passionate about mentoring the next generation of veterinary technicians.

We're proud of our ongoing partnership with Cheap Pricks, including having one of our Clinical Instructors on their team, as well as alumni and current students continuing to make an impact there.

Be sure to check out their post below to see what our students were up to during their visit! 🐾

🩸 Look at these new baby vet techs...

Mastering their manual CBCs one smear, one scope, and one tiny “wait... is that a lymphocyte?” moment at a time. Proud instructor moment.

Stars, stripes... and side-eye. 🇺🇸🦎

Rumi stopped by to remind everyone that our office will be closed Friday, July 3 through Monday, July 6 for the Independence Day holiday.

We'll be back in the office and ready to welcome everyone on Tuesday, July 7.

As you celebrate, don't forget our furry, feathered, and scaled family members: 🐾 Keep pets safely indoors during fireworks. 🏷️ Double-check collars, ID tags, and microchip information. ❤️ If your pet is anxious around loud noises, prepare a quiet, secure space before the festivities begin.

We hope you have a safe, happy Fourth of July!

🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day from all of us at Midwest Institute Veterinary Technology.

🩻 Radiology Lab Spotlight 🩻

This week in radiology lab, our Veterinary Technology students practiced the core principles of diagnostic imaging using a variety of objects brought from home. Students worked through the full imaging process, including:

• Measuring object thickness
• Selecting appropriate kVp and mAs settings
• Positioning and centering
• Proper collimation
• Radiation safety and image quality evaluation

It’s always fun to see how everyday objects appear on radiographs — and these images definitely sparked some conversation in lab. 👀

Think you can identify the objects from their radiographs? Drop your guesses below! 👇