Official Statement from the WVLDI Board of Directors

Things We Wish We Knew

Things I Wish Someone Had Told Me It’s hard to believe that it has been twenty-two years since I crossed that stage in Jesse Hall to receive my diploma. Suddenly I was Laura Pletz, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and I couldn’t wait to get off that stage and get down to...
Official Statement from the WVLDI Board of Directors

My Awkward Journey Toward Allyship

I’ve been asked more than once: “What’s a man like you doing on the WVLDI Board of Directors?” The short answer is allyship. The longer answer will take a few more words and a bit more time. Before I begin, I think it’s important to provide context for how this “man…”...