Dr. William R. Jones Endowed Chair in Companion Animal Medicine/Surgery

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The Dr. William R. Jones Endowed Chair in Companion Animal Medicine and Surgery at Washington State University was established to honor Dr. Jones’ lifelong commitment to veterinary medicine. Dedicated to advancing small animal care, the endowment supports research, education, and innovation in the field, ensuring his legacy continues to benefit future veterinarians and their patients.

Recipients

Michael Court | 2012 – present

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Born in Seattle in 1911, William R. Jones earned his bachelor’s degree and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Washington State College in 1935. Even before graduation, he immersed himself in clinical practice, working alongside Dr. Emer, the co-developer of the Kirschner-Emer splint. Following graduation, he worked for the U. S. Department of Agriculture testing cattle for bangs disease out of Lincoln County, Oregon. In 1941 he went to Washington, D.C. where he worked on anthelmintics at Beltsville, Maryland.

Read more about Dr. Jones and his generous gift to the college.

Questions about giving? Contact Kay Glaser  or 509-335-4835.

To make a gift by mail:

Please make your check out to “WSUF” (Washington State University Foundation) and indicate the fund name. Send the check to:

College of Veterinary Medicine
Attn: Development Office
PO Box 647010
Washington State University
Pullman, WA 99164-7010
WSUF-IRS Tax ID: 91-1075542

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