ISU Awards Bestowed to Six CVM Faculty, Staff

May 4, 2026

Six faculty and staff members in the College of Veterinary Medicine have been named recipients of Iowa State University awards.

The recipients include:

  • Dr. Joan Howard, clinical professor of veterinary clinical sciences, Regents Award for Faculty Excellence
  • Dr. Monica Howard, assistant dean for student success, ISU University Champion Award
  • Dr. Rodger Main, director, Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, ISU Award for Achievement in Economic Development in Iowa
  • Dr. Richard Martin, distinguished professor of biomedical sciences, ISU International Service Award
  • Anugrah Saxena, diagnostic associate II, Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, P&S Outstanding New Professional Award
  • Carrie Schwake, associate director of hospital operations, Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center, Regents Award for Staff Excellence

Graphic image with 6 portraits of CVM award recipients