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Jill Akkerman

Associate Professor

Physiological Sciences

  • Associate Professor
    Physiological Sciences
  • 405-744-2429 (Work)
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TEACHING SUMMARY

Dr. Akkerman has been recognized over her career for teaching and other efforts. These include:

 

Distinguished Early Career Award – OSU - 2022

OSU Regents Distinguished Teaching Award - 2020

Class of 2024 Teaching Award – OSU-CVM - 2020

Zoetis Distinguished Veterinary Teaching Award – OSU-CVM - 2019

Class of 2022 Teaching Award – OSU-CVM - 2019

Class of 2021 Teaching Award – OSU-CVM - 2018

Class of 2020 Teaching Award – OSU-CVM - 2017

Dedication and excellence in Teaching – NCSU - 2014

Dedication and excellence in Teaching – NCSU - 2013

Outstanding Teacher NCSU-CVM Class of 2014 - 2010     

NCSU Faculty Diversity Award - 2009

NCSU Academy of Outstanding Teachers - 2006

NCSU Alumni Outstanding Teacher Award – 2006

Outstanding Teacher NCSU- CVM Class of 2009 - 2005

TEACHING

  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Gross & Developmental Anatomy
    18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
    Embryology and anatomy of domestic mammals using the dog as the primary model, integrated lecture-dissection laboratory format. Emphasis on the integration of developmental gross, radiographic and applied aspects of veterinary anatomy as they relate to a topographical appreciation of the living individual. Previously offered as VMED 7144.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Critical Thinking, Clinical Skills, & Communication I
    19 Aug 2024 - 6 Dec 2024
    This course is the first in a series that will focus on the growth of clinical reasoning, communication and technical skills necessary for the development and training of students in the DVM program. Students will further expand with practice and exposure through a series of clinical skills courses spanning years 1-3 of the curriculum with increasing complexity, understanding and integration of knowledge.Prerequisite(s): First-year standing in the College of Veterinary Medicine.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Critical Thinking, Clinical, Skills, & Communication III
    19 Aug 2024 - 6 Dec 2024
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  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Critical Thinking, Clinical Skills, & Communication II
    16 Jan 2024 - 3 May 2024
    This course is in the second in a series that will focus on the growth of clinical reasoning, communication, and technical skills necessary for the development and training of students in the DVM program. Students will further expand with practice and exposure through a series of clinical skills courses spanning years 1-3 of the curriculum with increasing complexity, understanding, and integration of knowledge. Graded on a pass/fail basis.Prerequisite(s): First-year standing in the College of Veterinary Medicine.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Critical Thinking, Clinical Skills, & Communication I
    21 Aug 2023 - 8 Dec 2023
    This course is the first in a series that will focus on the growth of clinical reasoning, communication and technical skills necessary for the development and training of students in the DVM program. Students will further expand with practice and exposure through a series of clinical skills courses spanning years 1-3 of the curriculum with increasing complexity, understanding and integration of knowledge.Prerequisite(s): First-year standing in the College of Veterinary Medicine.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Gross & Developmental Anatomy
    21 Aug 2023 - 8 Dec 2023
    Embryology and anatomy of domestic mammals using the dog as the primary model, integrated lecture-dissection laboratory format. Emphasis on the integration of developmental gross, radiographic and applied aspects of veterinary anatomy as they relate to a topographical appreciation of the living individual. Previously offered as VMED 7144.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Gross and Developmental Anatomy
    22 Aug 2022 - 9 Dec 2022
    Embryology and anatomy of domestic mammals using the dog as the primary model. Integrated lecture-dissection laboratory format. Emphasis on the integration of developmental gross, radiographic and applied aspects of veterinary anatomy as they relate to a topographical appreciation of the living individual. Previously offered as VMED 5144.Prerequisite(s): First-year standing in the College of Veterinary Medicine.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Gross and Developmental Anatomy
    16 Aug 2021 - 3 Dec 2021
    Embryology and anatomy of domestic mammals using the dog as the primary model. Integrated lecture-dissection laboratory format. Emphasis on the integration of developmental gross, radiographic and applied aspects of veterinary anatomy as they relate to a topographical appreciation of the living individual. Previously offered as VMED 5144.Prerequisite(s): First-year standing in the College of Veterinary Medicine.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Special Topics in Applied Anatomy: A Case Based Approach
    19 Jan 2021 - 30 Apr 2021
    Students will choose a small or large animal topic where anatomy plays a role in either the cause or treatment of the condition (or both). The IOR/student will contact an appropriate clinical faculty member who will choose a case from the VTH representing the condition of choice, the student will prepare a 20-30 minute presentation discussing the condition relevant anatomy and present case example from vth.Prerequisite(s): First, second or third-year standing in the College of Veterinary Medicine.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Gross and Developmental Anatomy
    17 Aug 2020 - 4 Dec 2020
    Embryology and anatomy of domestic mammals using the dog as the primary model. Integrated lecture-dissection laboratory format. Emphasis on the integration of developmental gross, radiographic and applied aspects of veterinary anatomy as they relate to a topographical appreciation of the living individual. Previously offered as VMED 5144.Prerequisite(s): First-year standing in the College of Veterinary Medicine.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Special Topics in Applied Anatomy: A Case Based Approach
    13 Jan 2020 - 1 May 2020
    Students will choose a small or large animal topic where anatomy plays a role in either the cause or treatment of the condition (or both). The IOR/student will contact an appropriate clinical faculty member who will choose a case from the VTH representing the condition of choice, the student will prepare a 20-30 minute presentation discussing the condition relevant anatomy and present case example from vth.Prerequisite(s): First, second or third-year standing in the College of Veterinary Medicine.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Gross and Developmental Anatomy
    19 Aug 2019 - 6 Dec 2019
    Embryology and anatomy of domestic mammals using the dog as the primary model. Integrated lecture-dissection laboratory format. Emphasis on the integration of developmental gross, radiographic and applied aspects of veterinary anatomy as they relate to a topographical appreciation of the living individual. Classroom/Lab Supply & Materials Fee of $100.00 applies. Previously offered as VMED 5144.Prerequisite(s): First-year standing in the College of Veterinary Medicine.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Basic Science Elective - Special Topics in Applied Anatomy: A Case-Based Approach
    14 Jan 2019 - 3 May 2019
    Problems in the basic sciences taught as lecture or lab. Previously offered as VMED 6610.Offered for variable credit, 1-8 credit hours, maximum of 8 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Second- or third-year standing in the College of Veterinary Medicine.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Gross and Developmental Anatomy
    20 Aug 2018 - 7 Dec 2018
    Embryology and anatomy of domestic mammals using the dog as the primary model. Integrated lecture-dissection laboratory format. Emphasis on the integration of developmental gross, radiographic and applied aspects of veterinary anatomy as they relate to a topographical appreciation of the living individual. Classroom/Lab Supply & Materials Fee of $100.00 applies. Previously offered as VMED 5144.Prerequisite(s): First-year standing in the College of Veterinary Medicine.