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Cats are not just beloved companions; they are emerging as key "research partners" in unravelling viral cancer mechanisms. A team led by Professor Julia Beatty, Chair Professor of Veterinary Medicine and Infectious Diseases at Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences of City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK), recently published a review in the prestigious journal Nature Reviews Cancer. Titled "Cat viruses as windows into human oncogenesis", the article explores how feline tumour viruses offer vital insights into human oncology and viral carcinogenesis from a comparative oncology perspective.
On March 25, 2026, the 5th Annual JCC White Coat Ceremony marked a proud moment for the Year 5 Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (BVM) students. This special occasion celebrated the 2021 Cohort’s transition from coursework to clinical training, where they were cloaked in white coats and recited the Veterinarian’s Oath, affirming their professional commitment.
City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) has announced the recipients of the Teaching Excellence Award (TEA) for the 2025/26 academic year. Three teachers and one teaching team have been honoured this year for their outstanding achievements. Excelling in the fields of chemistry, architecture and civil engineering, entrepreneurship education and veterinary medicine, the awardees have demonstrated remarkable innovation by integrating approaches such as generative artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR), interdisciplinary collaboration, and team-based learning, thereby creating more forward-looking and inspiring learning experiences for students.
The Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences successfully hosted a Continuous Professional Development event focused on the diagnosis and therapy of feline lymphoma at the Rongjin Hotel, Tianhe District, Guangzhou. The event attracted more than 70 attendees, showcasing a strong interest in feline veterinary medicine.
City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) continues to strengthen its connections with the community through creative and engaging initiatives. Following the popularity of CityUHK Milk and the well‑loved CityUHK Ice Cream with its diverse flavours, the University today (3 March) officially launched its newest dairy product — Yogurt Gelato. The launch is accompanied by an interactive experience themed “My Neighbourhood, My CityUHK”, inviting the University community to explore the new product while experiencing the creative and vibrant atmosphere of the CityUHK campus.
The Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences (JCC) extends its warmest congratulations to Professor Santiago Alonso Sousa from the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences (VCS) on receiving the CityUHK Teaching Excellence Award for Digital Learning 2025/26. Presented to academic staff who excel in utilising digital tools to enhance students' learning experiences, this honour recognises his contributions to digitally transformed veterinary education and his innovative work on "Learning with AI: Where Clinical Reasoning Meets Digital Confidence."
As the Year of the Horse approaches, a group of students from the Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (BVM) programme at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) have unleashed their unlimited creativity by designing a wide range of merchandise with the theme of Year of the Horse. For the first time, they are running a stall “Dr Horse” at the 2026 Lunar New Year Fair in Victoria Park, bringing joy to visitors while donating 5% of proceeds to the CityUHK Veterinary Community Outreach Programme, encouraging the public to enjoy the festive season while keeping animal welfare in mind.
We're delighted to celebrate the opening of our new Necropsy Suite at VCS, marked by a warm ribbon cutting ceremony officiated by Dean Vanessa Barrs, together with representatives from the Campus Development Office and the Computing Services Centre, whose support was instrumental in bringing this facility to life.
The Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences (JCC) at City University of Hong Kong welcomed a group of University of Queensland veterinary students for an intensive study tour on 24-26 November 2025. The three-day program showcased Hong Kong's unique veterinary education, clinical services, and One Health initiatives in a densely populated hub. Participants joined seminars, hands-on workshops, facility tours, and cultural activities for deeper insights into local practices.
The Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences (JCC) was proud to co host the Hong Kong premiere of the documentary “Silent Pandemic” together with the One Health Hub of the School of Public Health, The University of Hong Kong (HKU). The event, titled “Exploring the One Health Approach to Tackle Antimicrobial Resistance” took place on 24 November 2025 and welcomed close to 80 professionals, academics and students.