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Katie Clapp with a canine dental x-ray

Meet Katie Clapp

Saturday, January 1, 2022 - 12:00

“We’re the best of the best, and I’m happy to be part of it. Working at the Veterinary Medical Center (VMC) means that I’m surrounded by experts in the field who can help me with any questions I have.

“There’s also always room to grow at the VMC. You can cross-train in multiple services or specialize in your favorite area of medicine. Since I joined six years ago, I’ve been able to focus on providing basic dental care to help animals live long and healthy lives.”—Katie Clapp, Animal Care Tech Specialist, AFSCME Unit 7 - Technical

Learn more about veterinary technician jobs at the Veterinary Medical Center.

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Change in Unemployment Eligibility

May 31, 2023 at 3:57 PM

Effective May 28, 2023, non-exempt 9 and 10-month University employees will no longer be disqualified from receiving unemployment benefits between academic terms.

Deadline Approaching for Required Disability Accommodations Course

May 31, 2023 at 3:52 PM

The Canvas-housed “Fundamentals of Disability Accommodations and Inclusive Course Design” has a completion deadline of June 18, 2023, for all instructors.

New Online Sexual Misconduct Prevention Course

May 31, 2023 at 10:23 AM

The University is rolling out a new online sexual misconduct prevention course for employees who have not completed the prior sexual misconduct course.

How Legalized Marijuana Impacts Your Job at the University of Minnesota

May 31, 2023 at 8:52 AM

Employees who violate the University’s Drug-Free policy, Smoke-and Tobacco-Free policy, or Code of Conduct and perform work while impaired due to the use of controlled substances are subject to disciplinary action.

Message Planned for Anticipated Legalized Marijuana

May 19, 2023 at 10:45 AM

The anticipated legalization of recreational marijuana in Minnesota will not impact employee performance expectations.

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