Topics covered in this Handbook include: Table of Contents; Welcome letter to Class of 1988 from Dean Edward C. Melby; History; The Serpent; The Use of Animals in Teaching; The Honor System; Registration; Supplies and Books; Uniforms; Alcoholic Consumption; Guidelines for Elective Courses; Advisors and Counseling; Exemption from Required Course Work; Attendance; Grades; Academic Performance Guidelines; Incompletes; Student-Faculty Grievances; Grievances Regarding Academic Grading and Evaluation Procedures (May 1983 Faculty Legislation); Dress and Appearance Standards; Smoking and Housekeeping; Security; Student Mail Service; Safety; Lockers; Autotutorial Center; Library; The First Year: Gross Anatomy (Fall Term), Gross Anatomy (Spring Term), Developmental Anatomy, Cytology, Neuroanatomy (Spring Term), Physiology I, Physiology, Nutrition, Veterinary Medical Orientation; Guidelines for Pregnant Veterinary Students; Scholarships and Financial Aid for Veterinary Students; Student Chapter of the American Veterinary Medical Association; Fraternities; Automobiles and Bicycles; Classroom Use; Directory; Article.