Iowa State requests $7.5M Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center pet cancer clinic remodel; college to fund by private giving and college resources

Iowa State University told Board of Regents committee members on June 25 that it is seeking approval to move forward with a $7.5 million remodel and 2,000-square-foot addition to the Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center to create a dedicated Pet Cancer Clinic.

Presenter Sean (last name in docket) said the project is the second phase of a larger clinic plan that previously added stereotactic radiation therapy in 2021. The new work would renovate roughly 3,600 square feet and add space for exam rooms, day wards, clinical procedure and support rooms, office space and a client waiting area aimed at expanding comparative oncology services.

Funding and timeline

ISU said the project will be funded through private giving to the College of Veterinary Medicine; the college has secured about $2.35 million to date. The college has budgeted to cover the remaining cost if additional fundraising does not reach the target. Construction timing and next steps will follow the universitys planning process if the Regents recommend the project to the full board for approval.

Committee action

Regents asked about fundraising progress and whether the college requires funds in hand. The presenter said ISU has $2.35 million in hand and will continue fundraising but is budgeted to complete the project if necessary. The committee recommended the project be forwarded to the full board for approval by general consent.

Speakers quoted were present in committee; direct quotes are attributed in the record.