The Orthopaedic Research Center has a strong volunteer program. Between 20 and 30 people volunteer each semester, most of them pre-veterinary students. Because the research projects entail many different activities, volunteering at the Orthopaedic Research Center is a wonderful opportunity for a student to get “hands on” veterinary experience. The volunteers help with handwalking and treadmilling horses, administering treatments, assisting during surgery, grooming and cookie feeding. The volunteer experience is designed to help prepare students for the veterinary curriculum.

The Orthopaedic Research Center accepts new volunteers every semester. For more information, contact Jeff Ullmer at jjullmer@colostate.edu.