Contact: Anissa Riley, College of Veterinary Medicine
After a national search, Tuskegee University is proud to announce that Dr. Ebony Gilbreath has been appointed Dean of the Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine (TUCVM), effective October 31.
“It is a profound honor to be entrusted with the responsibility of leading this College as dean, joining so many other esteemed TUCVM graduates who have served as leaders within the field of veterinary medicine, including deans, researchers, clinicians and advocates,” said Dr. Gilbreath. “Together, our talented students, faculty, and staff within the college, in collaboration with our alumni, will continue to sustain the great legacy of this historic program at Tuskegee University and propel it to new heights,” said Dr. Gilbreath.
Dr. Gilbreath had served as the Interim Dean for TUCVM since June 3, 2025, following the retirement of Dr. Ruby Perry, who served as dean for 11 years.
Previously Dr. Gilbreath was appointed as the Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs for the college after serving as Interim Associate Dean for Academic Affairs during the beginning of the spring 2023 semester.
Dr. Gilbreath is a board-certified veterinary anatomic pathologist who has served on the faculty at Tuskegee University since 2011. She previously served as the Assistant Dean for Pre-Clinical Programs, Department Head of Pathobiology for three years, and also served as Section Chief of Necropsy and as the Diversity and Inclusion Representative for the College.
Prior to joining the faculty at Tuskegee, Dr. Gilbreath earned her B.S. degree in Animal and Poultry Science in 2000 followed by her DVM degree in 2004, both from Tuskegee University. She went on to Michigan State University where she completed a residency in Anatomic Pathology and a Ph.D. in Pathology, before returning to her alma mater in 2011.
A Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, Dr. Gilbreath has expertise in comparative pathology, neurodegenerative diseases, and reproductive physiology. She is a member the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, the Society of Toxicologic Pathology, and the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians.
With a strong background in teaching, research, and service, Dr. Gilbreath has held various academic positions, including Interim Dean, Assistant Dean for Pre-Clinical Programs, Department Head of Pathobiology, Section Chief of Necropsy, Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor at Tuskegee University. She has taught numerous courses, including Systemic Pathology, General Pathology, and Anatomic Pathology Clinical Rotation, and has mentored many students and graduate students.
Dr. Gilbreath is also an accomplished researcher with publications in reputable scientific journals and presentations at national and international conferences. Her research interests include toxicology, reproductive biology, and neuroendocrinology.
“Dr. Gilbreath has demonstrated a deeply-rooted passion for veterinary medicine from her days as a Tuskegee student through to her leadership as interim dean,” said Dr. Mark A. Brown, president and CEO of Tuskegee University. “She has a forward-looking understanding of how we can continue to evolve and lead as a vital teaching college to meet the growing need in this country for highly-qualified veterinarians and I am confident that Dr. Gilbreath’s distinguished leadership, academic excellence, and commitment to advancing veterinary education and research will continue to grow Tuskegee University’s unparalleled legacy of excellence.”
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