Congratulations to our newly elected Board Members!
We hope you can join us in officially welcoming at our September Installation Event - more information coming soon!
President elect:
Roseann Kehoe
Roseann Kehoe is excited to be considered for the role of NJAALAS President. She has dedicated her career to the improvement of human and animal lives through laboratory animal science and medicine. Her education includes a bachelor’s from Rutgers University with Laboratory Animal Concentration, an MLAS degree from Drexel University, a DVM from the University of Guelph, and the Laboratory Animal Medicine Residency Program at Rutgers University. Her over 15 years in laboratory animal science has included positions in pharma and academia. She has experience from the ground up ranging from husbandry and research as a Biological Technician to medicine as a Veterinary Technician and Clinical Veterinarian. As a recipient of an NJAALAS scholarship during undergraduate, she strives to give back to NJAALAS and the laboratory animal community. She enjoyed supporting the NJAALAS board through a term as a Trustee for 2 years. Her goals for the future of NJAALAS include planning affordable events at various locations in NJ, bringing worthwhile continuing education and networking opportunities to the membership, and encouraging AALAS certification throughout our membership. Thank you for your consideration.
Trustees:
Kennedy Miller, DVM
Dr. Kennedy Miller, DVM has a strong passion for laboratory animal medicine, with 2+ years of experience in biomedical research and animal welfare. Currently serving as a Resident Veterinarian at Rutgers University, Dr. Miller works with a comprehensive animal care and use program that supports a broad range of research activities while prioritizing the highest standards of animal welfare and regulatory compliance.
Dr. Miller received their Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine and has since built a career focused on advancing the ethical and humane use of animals in scientific research. Throughout their career, Dr. Miller has worked closely with Institutional Animal Care and Use Committees (IACUCs), supported program accreditation efforts, and contributed to training programs that elevate the quality of care and research integrity within the field. They are particularly passionate about promoting the 3Rs (Replacement, Reduction, Refinement) and continuously seek innovative strategies to enhance animal welfare while supporting scientific advancement.
In addition to their institutional responsibilities, Dr. Miller is an active participant in professional organizations and frequently engages in educational outreach and conference presentations. Their work reflects a deep commitment to professional development, ethical research practices, and community-building within the field of laboratory animal medicine.
As a candidate for the Board of Trustees, Dr. Miller brings a collaborative spirit, strategic vision, and a dedication to advancing the mission of the laboratory animal medicine community. They aim to contribute to the growth of the profession through advocacy, education, and continued support for excellence in animal care and use.
Mario C. Rodriguez, DVM, MS
Dr. Mario C. Rodriguez, DVM, MS, is the Director and Attending Veterinarian for the Primate Research Resources Program at Princeton University. In this role, he manages program operations and ensures the health and welfare of nonhuman primates at the Princeton Neuroscience Institute.
Before joining Princeton, Dr. Rodriguez held several notable academic and research positions. From 2010 to 2022, he served as the Attending Veterinarian and Associate Professor at Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS). Additionally, from 2012 to 2023, he was the Veterinary Director and Course Director for multiple classes in the institution's graduate program in Laboratory Animal Science. During this time, he also provided interim veterinary leadership at institutions such as Carnegie Mellon University, Old Dominion University, and Christopher Newport University.
Tract anFrom 2005 to 2010, Dr. Rodriguez was the Veterinary Director, Attending Veterinarian, and Associate Professor at the Magee-Womens Research Institute at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Earlier in his career, he worked as a Clinical, Surgical, and Research Veterinarian at the Caribbean Primate Research Center of the University of Puerto Rico (2002–2005) and as a Veterinary Medical Officer for the United States Department of Agriculture (2000–2002).
Dr. Rodriguez holds a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science (1992) and a Master’s Degree in Animal Science and Reproductive Endocrinology (1999) from the University of Puerto Rico. He earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Louisiana State University at Baton Rouge in 1998.
An advocate for animal welfare, Dr. Rodriguez has expertise in advanced diagnostic techniques, including ultrasound and imaging modalities. He regularly lectures at professional organizations such as AALAS, LAMA, and APV and teaches graduate-level courses on laboratory animal diseases, anesthesia, and surgery at EVMS.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Dr. Rodriguez volunteers at local animal shelters and vaccination clinics, demonstrating his enduring commitment to animal welfare in both professional and personal capacities.
We hope you can join us in officially welcoming at our September Installation Event - more information coming soon!
President elect:
Roseann Kehoe
Roseann Kehoe is excited to be considered for the role of NJAALAS President. She has dedicated her career to the improvement of human and animal lives through laboratory animal science and medicine. Her education includes a bachelor’s from Rutgers University with Laboratory Animal Concentration, an MLAS degree from Drexel University, a DVM from the University of Guelph, and the Laboratory Animal Medicine Residency Program at Rutgers University. Her over 15 years in laboratory animal science has included positions in pharma and academia. She has experience from the ground up ranging from husbandry and research as a Biological Technician to medicine as a Veterinary Technician and Clinical Veterinarian. As a recipient of an NJAALAS scholarship during undergraduate, she strives to give back to NJAALAS and the laboratory animal community. She enjoyed supporting the NJAALAS board through a term as a Trustee for 2 years. Her goals for the future of NJAALAS include planning affordable events at various locations in NJ, bringing worthwhile continuing education and networking opportunities to the membership, and encouraging AALAS certification throughout our membership. Thank you for your consideration.
Trustees:
Kennedy Miller, DVM
Dr. Kennedy Miller, DVM has a strong passion for laboratory animal medicine, with 2+ years of experience in biomedical research and animal welfare. Currently serving as a Resident Veterinarian at Rutgers University, Dr. Miller works with a comprehensive animal care and use program that supports a broad range of research activities while prioritizing the highest standards of animal welfare and regulatory compliance.
Dr. Miller received their Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine and has since built a career focused on advancing the ethical and humane use of animals in scientific research. Throughout their career, Dr. Miller has worked closely with Institutional Animal Care and Use Committees (IACUCs), supported program accreditation efforts, and contributed to training programs that elevate the quality of care and research integrity within the field. They are particularly passionate about promoting the 3Rs (Replacement, Reduction, Refinement) and continuously seek innovative strategies to enhance animal welfare while supporting scientific advancement.
In addition to their institutional responsibilities, Dr. Miller is an active participant in professional organizations and frequently engages in educational outreach and conference presentations. Their work reflects a deep commitment to professional development, ethical research practices, and community-building within the field of laboratory animal medicine.
As a candidate for the Board of Trustees, Dr. Miller brings a collaborative spirit, strategic vision, and a dedication to advancing the mission of the laboratory animal medicine community. They aim to contribute to the growth of the profession through advocacy, education, and continued support for excellence in animal care and use.
Mario C. Rodriguez, DVM, MS
Dr. Mario C. Rodriguez, DVM, MS, is the Director and Attending Veterinarian for the Primate Research Resources Program at Princeton University. In this role, he manages program operations and ensures the health and welfare of nonhuman primates at the Princeton Neuroscience Institute.
Before joining Princeton, Dr. Rodriguez held several notable academic and research positions. From 2010 to 2022, he served as the Attending Veterinarian and Associate Professor at Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS). Additionally, from 2012 to 2023, he was the Veterinary Director and Course Director for multiple classes in the institution's graduate program in Laboratory Animal Science. During this time, he also provided interim veterinary leadership at institutions such as Carnegie Mellon University, Old Dominion University, and Christopher Newport University.
Tract anFrom 2005 to 2010, Dr. Rodriguez was the Veterinary Director, Attending Veterinarian, and Associate Professor at the Magee-Womens Research Institute at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Earlier in his career, he worked as a Clinical, Surgical, and Research Veterinarian at the Caribbean Primate Research Center of the University of Puerto Rico (2002–2005) and as a Veterinary Medical Officer for the United States Department of Agriculture (2000–2002).
Dr. Rodriguez holds a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science (1992) and a Master’s Degree in Animal Science and Reproductive Endocrinology (1999) from the University of Puerto Rico. He earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Louisiana State University at Baton Rouge in 1998.
An advocate for animal welfare, Dr. Rodriguez has expertise in advanced diagnostic techniques, including ultrasound and imaging modalities. He regularly lectures at professional organizations such as AALAS, LAMA, and APV and teaches graduate-level courses on laboratory animal diseases, anesthesia, and surgery at EVMS.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Dr. Rodriguez volunteers at local animal shelters and vaccination clinics, demonstrating his enduring commitment to animal welfare in both professional and personal capacities.