Blinn College Veterinary Technology Program

10/31/2026

🐾HAPPY HALLOWEEN🐾

We hope everyone has a fun and safe weekend!

10/22/2026

We are still going strong this week, and our next LVT is:

✨Morgan Odom, LVT✨

Morgan made a career change into vet med in March of 2020, two weeks prior to the Covid shutdowns. She was working with a phenomenal DVM, but it was still definitely a trial by fire! She graduated from Blinn College in May 2023 and was licensed in August of that same year.

Since becoming an LVT, Morgan has been busy! She works mainly GP, but also picks up some ER shifts, teaches part time, and is am currently serving on the executive board of the Veterinary Team Association of Texas (VTAT) as the President-Elect.

Her favorite part of being an LVT is definitely helping mentor and train young technicians and assistants. She explains. "This field can be incredibly cutthroat and I try to lead by example with empathy. I remember I was there once too."

"Be proud of your credentials, stand confidently in your knowledge (but remain willing to learn!), and never stop advocating for yourself, your patients, and your profession. To LVT students: you’re entering a challenging but incredibly rewarding field. Give yourself permission to learn, make mistakes, ask questions, and grow! To experienced technicians: help lift up the next generation. Our profession is stronger when we support one another, share our knowledge, and recognize the value we each bring to veterinary medicine."

10/21/2026

The next LVT we have is:

✨Autumn Teach, LVT✨

Autumn graduated from the Blinn College Veterinary Technology Program in May 2025 and became a Licensed Veterinary Technician after spending more than 10 years working as a veterinary assistant and technician. She is also a Registered Veterinary Technician in California and Washington State.

Her veterinary career began in small animal emergency medicine before she transitioned to large animal ER/ICU, where she spent 10 years caring for equine and livestock patients.
She eventually returned to small animal emergency medicine, bringing with her a diverse skill set developed through roles as a kennel technician, customer service representative, grooming, and a veterinary assistant.

Each step of that journey helped shape her into the technician she is today.

Her favorite part of being an LVT is helping both people and their pets through some of their most challenging moments.

As a supervisor and professor at Blinn College, she is especially passionate about mentoring the next generation of veterinary technicians and helping them grow into confident, knowledgeable professionals who will advance our profession.

"Never stop learning. Veterinary medicine is constantly evolving, and every patient, client, and coworker has something to teach you. Stay curious, stay humble, and remember that the compassion you show can make all the difference."

10/20/2026

Our next LVT for the week is:

✨Valerie Daugherty, LVT✨

Valerie graduated from Penn Foster College in 2022 and became a Licensed Veterinary Technician in 2022.

Her journey as an LVT has taken her through several areas of veterinary medicine. She spent several years in general practice before making the move into specialty medicine, where she worked in orthopedics and ophthalmology. Eventually, her path led her to veterinary technology education. Now, she has the privilege of sharing her experiences with future veterinary technicians and helping students build the knowledge, hands-on skills, and confidence they need to succeed in practice.

Valerie's favorite part of being an LVT is the variety of what we get to do and the important role technicians play in patient care. Now that she teaches, she also loves watching students grow in their skills and confidence and seeing those moments when everything finally clicks.

“You don't have to know everything to be a great technician. Be willing to learn, ask questions, and keep showing up. The confidence will come.”

10/19/2026

The next LVT Faculty we would like to spotlight:

✨Heather Kennedy, LVT✨

Heather originally started working with horses in reproduction/breeding, teaching horseback riding lessons and in the cutting horse industry, but in 2003 began working at an equine emergency facility and fell in love with Veterinary Medicine.

She started at the Palo Alto Vet Tech Program and graduated in 2020, then became credentialed later that year.

While in the program she made the switch to small animal medicine where she worked in emergency, surgery and even a general practice clinic that saw pets in their own home.
In 2023, she made the jump to teaching and has loved helping others fulfill their dream of becoming Licensed Veterinary Technicians.

"A wise woman once told me, "I was at my dumbest when I knew it all." The Veterinary industry is always changing and growing. If I can convince my students, my co-workers, and other technicians that education is never in vain and you should always strive to learn more, then I have made veterinary medicine better for the client, the patients and the staff."

10/19/2026

🐾HAPPY VET TECH WEEK🐾

This week we will be highlight all the amazing LVTs on our team here at the Blinn Vet Tech Program. First off we have...

✨Jessica Garza, LVT, BAS✨

Jessica graduated from the Vet Tech Institute of Houston and became credentialed in 2014. Her journey included several years working at a small animal practice in College Station, Texas.

In 2020, she switched gears and took on a full time instructor position at the Blinn Vet Tech Program. Then moved into Clinical Coordinator, and in 2023, Program Director.

Jessica's favorite part of being an LVT is the relationships she builds not only with the animals, but with the humans as well. From clients to co-workers to students and more.

"To any LVT out there, new or old, I urge you to stay connected in your profession. It's not just a job, it a career of passion. Continue to ignite it!"

10/15/2026

‼️MARK YOUR CALENDARS‼️

Our next Information Session is on November 13th. If you're interested in turning your passion for animals into a career- this is where to start!

You will get to know more about:

▪️What is an LVT?
▪️Admission Process
▪️Curriculum
▪️Animal Involvement
▪️Faculty and Current Student Experience
▪️And More!

10/15/2026

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🐾💙

🐾💙 Employee of the Month: Alex! 💙🐾

Help us celebrate Alex, our Employee of the Month! 🎉 We’re so proud to have her as part of our team and love seeing her dedication to growing in the veterinary field.

Alex is taking an exciting next step by joining the Blinn College Veterinary Technician Hybrid Program! We’re proud of her commitment to learning and growing in this field, and we’re excited to cheer her on as she works toward this next chapter in her veterinary career.

Congratulations, Alex! Your hard work deserves to be celebrated, and we can’t wait to see all the amazing things you accomplish!

10/10/2026

We would also like to introduce our:

✨🐾Hybrid Class of 2029🐾✨

These students are currently working full time in the veterinary field. This Programs allows them to continue that work while earning their degree!

09/27/2026

Another great day with Long Way Home Adoptables at the Free Microchip/Nail Trim event! 🐾💙 it's always great when we can give back to this wonderful community!

❗️Next one is November 22nd! Come see us! ❗️