CMC Veterinary Technology Program Faculty

Learn from Doctors of Veterinary Medicine and other experienced academic instructors

Alongside the CMC academic staff, the program draws from guest lecturers and special speakers. They include research veterinarians, private practice veterinarians, zoo veterinary technicians and veterinarians.

Rockey, Leslie

Leslie Rockey, RVT

Program and Facilities Director, Veterinary Technology Program
970-947-8238 | lrockey@coloradomtn.edu

Education

AAS Veterinary Technology, Colorado Mountain College

Experience

Director, Colorado Animal Rescue (2000-2015)
The Colorado Veterinary Medical Association named her the Veterinary Technician of the Year in 2006
Instructor’s assistant, Guiding Eyes for the Blind, a seeing-eye training organization in New York state.
Aspen Boarding Kennel and Shelter
Humane Society of Southern Arizona

Personal Interest

I enjoy being outdoors, hiking with my dog, mountain biking, rafting and paddle boarding. I also like hanging out with my family (husband, two sons, 2 hairless cats and a dog).

Goldyn, Melissa

Dr. Melissa Goldyn, RVT

Assistant Professor
970-214-4352 | Msgoldyn@coloradomtn.edu
Pronouns: She/Her

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, CSU

Family

Dr. Goldyn enjoys spending time with her family including 5 daughters.

Personal Interests

Dr. Goldyn enjoys staying active, spending time outdoors and keeping up with her daughters.

McLaren, Amy

Amy McLaren, RVT

Laboratory Operations & Animal Facility Manager
970-947-8234 | amclaren@coloradomtn.edu

Education

AAS, Veterinary Technology, Colorado Mountain College

Professional Interests

I have been a Veterinary Technician for 31 years and worked for 9 years in small animal practice. I started teaching at CMC Vet Tech in 2003 and now along with teaching I also help manage the on campus animal facilities.

I have horses of my own and a passion for large animal medicine. As a Veterinary Technician I love the diversity of being able to work on multiple species.

I am also an active member of CACVT and AVTE.

Family

Born and raised in the Roaring Fork Valley. Married with 3 daughters, 3 dogs, 2 cats, and 2 horses

Personal Interests

Love the mountains and being outdoors (hiking, horseback riding, camping, riding dirt bikes, and boating/paddle boarding)

Nelson, Erik

Erik Nelson, RVT

Teaching Assistant I
einelson@coloradomtn.edu
Pronouns: He/Him

Education

B.S., Wildlife and Fisheries, Frostburg State University.
AAS, Veterinary Technology, Colorado Mountain College

Personal Interests

Running, Hiking, and Cross Country Skiing. Educational interests include Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, Internal medicine, and Medical Physiology.

Pepper, Sophie

Sophie Pepper, RVT

Teaching Assistant II
sopepper@coloradomtn.edu
Pronouns: She/Her

Education

AAS, Veterinary Technology, Colorado Mountain College

Professional Associations

Member of CACVT

Family

One dog and one cat

Temple, Annette

Annette Temple BS, RVT

Assistant Professor, Veterinary Technolog
970-947-8244 | atemple2@coloradomtn.edu

Education

B.S. Animal Science with emphasis on Veterinary Technology

Experience:

Assistant Professor of Veterinary Technology, Colorado Mountain College (2019-present)
Instructor of Veterinary Technology, Bel-Rea Institute (2010-2018)
Instructor of Veterinary Assisting, Mountainland Applied Technology College (2000-2009)
Certified Veterinary Technician, Louisville Family Animal Hospital
Office Manager/Veterinary Technician, Banfield Pet Hospital

Professional Interests/Associations

Have been a Veterinary Technician for 30 years. Have worked in mostly small and exotic animal clinics, but did some mixed practice (large and small animal) technician work. Was an office manager at a small animal clinic before becoming a veterinary technician educator. Am an active member of CACVT.

Personal Interests

I am a farmer at heart. I have a love for all domesticated birds such as chickens, ducks, geese and more. I have many of these birds and love raising them for the eggs they provide to my family and others. I also have a few goats that we raise for dairy purposes. I love to garden (mostly vegetables) in the summer and must grow plants inside to get me through the long winter months when I can't get out and work in the soil.