DVM student enrollment on the riseMay 17, 2022Veterinary enrollment is climbing in the U.S., according to the AAVMC’s Annual Data Report (ADR) for 2021-2022.
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LVT preceptorship program expands at CornellMay 5, 2022Keeping pace with the growing demand for skilled veterinary professionals, Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine has increased capacity for its Veterinary Technician Preceptorship program.
Hands-on learning aims to inspire budding DVMs at junior vet campFebruary 25, 2022Teens and tweens interested in a career in veterinary medicine are invited to submit an essay and win a spot in Auburn University’s sixth annual junior vet summer camp.
DVM students get $50K in scholarshipsAugust 16, 2021Fourteen third-year veterinary students from across the U.S. have received a financial boost from Aurora Pharmaceutical.
Aspiring veterinarians shine at K-StateNovember 1, 2019Seventeen aspiring veterinarians at Kansas State University (K-State) are one step closer to achieving their professional goals.
WSU receives accreditation for veterinary simulation programMay 6, 2019Washington State University (WSU) College of Veterinary Medicine's (CVM's) veterinary-only simulation program is the first to be accredited by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH). The simulation-based education program offers hands-on simulated training, from administering anesthesia to performing surgery to client interaction. "We are delighted to see simulation-based education being practiced in veterinary medicine at WSU in an effort to improve the quality of care delivered to the patients we often consider family, our pets," says SSH's Kristyn Gadlage. "We applaud WSU for its dedication to educational excellence in its training of future veterinarians." WSU introduced integrated simulation into its curriculum through the clinical communication program 11 years ago. An elective course for anesthesia simulation was also created, allowing students to gain more experience and receive feedback from experts. "We understand simulation is a key component to training some of the most prepared and competent veterinary graduates in the country," says program director, Julie Cary. "We use simulation to enhance student exposure and experience while building their confidence, which adds to patient safety."
New video contest helps veterinarians and students pay off debtJanuary 25, 2019Both veterinary students and licensed veterinarians are now eligible to enter a contest to help alleviate their student loans or tuition.
Southern Veterinary Partners creates new award to help students with debtJanuary 18, 2019A new award has been set up to help students deal with debt and create employment opportunities for the future.
Tufts receives donation to support holistic healing treatmentsJanuary 15, 2019Veterinary students and clinicians will now receive education and supplies to become well versed in implementing organic and holistic healing for companion animals.
Merck teams up with veterinary students on new educational blogJanuary 8, 2019Nine veterinary students are now sharing their opinions and schooling stories online. The students were chosen to contribute stories to the Merck Manuals Vet Student Stories blog.
