Although the College of Veterinary Medicine was chartered in 1894, it didn't open its doors to its first class (of 11 students) until Sept. 21, 1896. To mark the "true centennial," college faculty members assembled earlier this month for a group photograph. Their number represents a more than sixfold increase over the original faculty, shown at top. That 1896 group was, from left, Grant S. Hopkins, William L. Williams, Veranus A. Moore, James Law, Pierre A. Fish and Simon H. Gage. In his inaugural address, Law, the college's first director, said: "As trusted representatives of science, it is expected of us that we fortify ourselves with the lore of the past and strike out with clear vision, steady foot and strong hand for future achievement."
Photos courtest of Division of Rare and Manuscript Collections, Cornell University Library (top) and Barry Delibero/University Photography.