Transitioning Career

Dr. Jim Roth ('75)
In his acceptance speech for the Stange Award, Jim Roth pointed out he is a member of the Class of 1975 or as he termed it “the famous class of 1975.” No less than five members of the class of ’75 have been either awarded the Stange Award or the Switzer Award by the College of Veterinary Medicine. Roth’s selection as a recipient of the Stange Award for Meritorious Service is number six. But it isn’t just his fellow classmates who have received the college’s highest alumni honor. “I have a lot of mentors who have received this award,” Roth said. “I have known most of the Stange awardees and that is why I’m so honored to receive this award.” Roth’s inclusion in this exclusive club is overdue. He has devoted his career to Iowa State, spending 45 years on the College of Veterinary Medicine faculty.