Dean's Office
'Helping people in the helping professions' drives new student counselor
Sarah Kate Griffin joined the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine as wellness coordinator/counselor in early September. "Supporting individuals that are helper/healers is something that I am passionate about – and I cannot wait to bring that passion to the students here!" she said. "In my free time, I enjoy Crossfit, reading and (slowly) figuring out how to garden. We don’t have a puppy yet, but that’s on our list this year, so welcoming all recommendations!"
Susan J. Tornquist, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVP
Susan J. Tornquist serves as the Lois Bates Acheson Dean for the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine and Professor of Clinical Pathology. She has Bachelor’s degrees from Michigan State University and the University of New Mexico, an M.S. from the University of New Mexico, a DVM from Colorado State University and residency training and a PhD from Washington State University.
Joe Klopfenstein, DVM, DABVP
DVM, Diplomate, ABVP (Dairy)
Assistant Professor, Rural Veterinary Practice
Jens Odegaard
B.A. in Journalism, University of Oregon (2008)
Jens Odegaard is the director of marketing and communications for the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine. In this role, he oversees the development and execution of the college's marketing and communications plan and is the college's chief storyteller. As a brand manager for the college, he also ensures visual and messaging consistency across the college in alignment with the university brand.