A frequently asked question is why botanical education is necessary for veterinary training and what justifies the existence of an independent Department of Botany, unlike most European veterinary schools.
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Veterinary updates in livestock practice
On November 14, the “Veterinary updates in livestock practice” workshop was successfully held at the University of Veterinary Medicine Budapest, with approximately 70 participants.
Research afternoon – Conference on the research and innovation activities of the University of Veterinary Medicine Budapest
This event provided an excellent opportunity for attendees to become familiar with the research and innovation activities at the University of Veterinary Medicine Budapest, while researchers found it inspiring, encouraging collaboration and further reflection.
Remembering 1956
Since 2007, it has become a tradition at the University of Veterinary Medicine Budapest to commemorate the 1956 Revolution and War of Independence on October 24, the anniversary of Zoltán Tatay’s death.
Our Living Traditions: Dr. Ferenc Holló Memorial Plaque at the University of Veterinary Medicine Budapest
For decades, he served as Editor-in-Chief of Hungarian Veterinarians’ Journal, where he redefined the journal’s intellectual and content direction.
The Livestock and Food Chain Safety College has been established
The Livestock and Food Chain Safety College was founded in November 2023 by students dedicated to livestock medicine.
2nd European Conference on Veterinary and Medical Education (ECVME)
The 10th Days of Veterinary Medicine and, at the same time, the 2nd European Conference on Veterinary and Medical Education (ECVME) were held in North Macedonia, Ohrid, between September 22-25.
Traditional education with modern tools
The university believes that preparing students for the future challenges of veterinary medicine can be most effectively achieved by combining modern technologies with in-person education.
Living Traditions: First Anatomy Class – Horses on the Lectern
On Monday, September 9, 2024, Prof. Dr. Péter Sótonyi, the rector of the University of Veterinary Medicine Budapest, held the now traditional and special first anatomy lecture.

Students’ Research Circle (TDK) 2024
The University of Veterinary Medicine Budapest will organize this year’s Scientific Student Conference (TDK) on November 19, 2024, and we encourage applications from our students! Those who are new to the TDK can obtain an application form from the Student’s Secretary.
ESVCP 2024 in Budapest
The historic campus of the University of Veterinary Medicine Budapest hosted the European Society of Veterinary Clinical Pathology Congress from August 28 to 31.

Prestigious awards in veterinary education: Dr. Bence Rácz and Dr. János Gál honoured for outstanding contributions
Dr. János Gál receives the Tolnay Sándor Award The award, established in 1992 in honour of Dr Sándor Tolnay, the first Hungarian veterinary professor who laid the foundation for Hungarian veterinary education, was presented this year by Dr István Nagy, Minister responsible for the Ministry of Agriculture, to Dr. János Gál, Head of Department and