AAVMC signs on to support the Gender Identity Bill of Rights
The American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) has signed on to the Gender Identity Bill of Rights (GIBOR) in support of the veterinary profession. GIBOR is an initiative of the Pride Veterinary Medical Community (PrideVMC). Diversity is a core value for the AAVMC and this action demonstrates support aligned with our guiding principles. Learn more here.
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Dr. Andrew T. Maccabe appointed to IPEC Board
“Serving on the IPEC board aligns with numerous AAVMC initiatives working to promote and protect the health and wellbeing of people, animals and the environment,” said Maccabe. “I look forward to collaborating with like-minded health profession association leaders to foster innovation and excellence across our industry.”
View the press release here.
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AAVMC/Dr. Catherine A. Knupp Scholarship deadline 2/1/23
In honor of Dr. Catherine A. Knupp, who retired from Zoetis at the end of 2021 as Executive Vice President and President, Veterinary Medical Research and Development, the Zoetis Foundation has awarded a grant to AAVMC for the AAVMC/Dr. Catherine A. Knupp Scholarship. The $50,000 scholarship will be awarded to a veterinary student who aspires to pursue an advanced degree in basic or veterinary clinical research. The application period closes on February 1, 2023. Learn more and apply here.
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VMCAS 2024 Cycle launches on January 19 and to close on September 18
Veterinary Medical School Admissions Requirements (VMSAR) (ApplytoVetSchool.org) school directory will have updated information for the VMCAS 2024 cycle (all updates will be posted by Jan. 19). The site offers the ability for applicants to easily review requirements for each veterinary school by using filter options. We will also have an updated Applicant Guide and Advisor Guide.
Please save the date for the VMCAS 2024 Overview Webinar, January 24th 12pm-1pm ET. Click here to learn more.
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Catalyze 2023 - Register Now
Join us for the 2023 Catalyze Conference in Washington, DC - March 9-11, 2023. Last chance for the Early Bird Rate is 1-14-23. Register and visit our new conference website here.
2023 Keynote Speakers
March 9, 2023 – Dr. Jonathan Ripp, Associate Dean for Well-Being and Resilience, and Chief Wellness Officer, The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai– Wellbeing
March 10, 2023 – Dr. Claire Simeone, Conservation Leader, and Veterinary Leader – Climate Change
March 11, 2023 – Dr. Anthony Jack, Harvard University, School of Education - Education and Diversity
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Register now for the Spectrum of Care Symposium
The AAVMC will be hosting the Spectrum of Care (SOC) Symposium, sponsored by the Stanton Foundation, from 9am-5pm on Friday, March 10th, 2023 as part of Catalyze 2023 in Washington, D.C.!
This year’s symposium will feature a series of panel discussions focused on different aspects of integrating SOC pedagogy into the veterinary curriculum. We hope that this dynamic format will encourage rich conversations and exchanges of ideas.
Participation in the symposium is included as part of general registration for AAVMC’s annual conference and all attendees are welcome to attend. Please register here.
Symposium sessions will aim to address the following topics:
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9:00am - 9:50am & 10:00am -10:30am: Practitioner perspectives: The need for graduates who are prepared to practice across the spectrum.
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1:30pm - 2:00pm: Update on the AAVMC’s Spectrum of Care Initiative: Developing strategies for veterinary education programs to prepare graduates to practice across the spectrum.
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2:10pm - 3:00pm: Pick a Panel Part 1: A) How can we shift student mentalities around SOC pedagogy and practice? and B) How can we utilize inter-professional and community partnerships to prepare students for SOC practice?
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3:30pm - 4:30pm: Pick a Panel Part 2 and SOC Happy Hour: A) How can we work as a cohesive faculty to develop an effective SOC curriculum? and B) How can we embed spectrum of care training into clinical experiences?
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4:30pm -5:00pm: The SOC Mix and Mingle Happy Hour.
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Journal for Veterinary Medical Education (JVME) Seeks Presentations and Participants
As the 2023 Catalyze conference approaches, our JVME Editor-in-Chief is seeking participants to transform their conference presentations into peer-reviewed publications to broaden the impact of their work. Check out the list of article types and submission guidelines here.
As a scholarly journal, JVME depends on peer reviewers to provide fair and objective manuscript reviews to authors. Whether you are a new researcher or a leader in the field (or anywhere in between), your help is needed to ensure authors receive timely and constructive feedback.
Please consider contributing to the community. You can sign up here to review online, or contact Dr. Regina Schoenfeld-Tacher, Editor-in-Chief, for more information at rschoenfeld@aavmc.org.
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Pathways to Change (P2C)™ Program Recruitment
AAVMC is recruiting member institutions to participate in their Pathways to Change (P2C)™ Program that will launch at AAVMC’s Annual Meeting this March. The P2C™ program combines design-thinking and change management approaches to provide a pathway for institutions to systemically improve organizational wellbeing. The program supports projects that shift the focus from the individual to the education environment and is facilitated by experts in organizational change and wellbeing. Combining in-person, virtual, asynchronous content with peer-to-peer learning, participants will be guided through a process that considers the unique challenges faced by their organizations, how to design system-level changes tailored for their community and assess efficacy. Leaders who are ready to implement meaningful change will be provided with the tools, resources, and funding to implement systemic changes.
Applications are due by January 31. For more information regarding the program or to receive the application, please contact Dr. Makenzie Peterson at mpeterson@aavmc.org.
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AAVMC Reads Bookclub
AAVMC Diversity invites you to get a copy of The Privileged Poor by Dr. Anthony Jack.
Dr. Jack will also be one of the keynote speakers at our 2023 Annual Conference.
Join us for a discussion on March 1, 2023. Register here.
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Are you tuned in to our Diversity Podcast? Subscribe and catch up on the series here on your own time.
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Call for AAVMC Committees
AAVMC is currently seeking volunteers to fill vacancy positions on multiple committees. Volunteering is your opportunity to help shape the future of veterinary medical education! Any employee of an AAVMC member institution is eligible to serve unless otherwise indicated.
If you are interested in being a volunteer, please review the open AAVMC volunteer opportunities. All committee members are appointed by the AAVMC President and commit to three years commencing after the March Annual Conference. Learn more about AAVMC Committees here.
Please submit your application and supporting documents using the link associated with the committee below by January 31, 2023.
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Large Animal & Public Sector Virtual Career Expo - January 21, 2023
Learn more and Register here.
DVM Small Animal Predominant Virtual Career Fair - February 18th, 2023 from 1p-4p EST. Learn more and Register here.
Veterinary Medical Admissions Virtual Fair - March 30, 2023
Learn more and Register here.
Need to hire an associate? Have a desire to gain exposure among a national pool of candidates, all without having to travel and pay registration fees for several events?
Capitalize on the opportunity to gain maximum exposure at minimal cost and effort.
New to the world of virtual recruiting? Email vetcan@aavmc.org for more information.
The Veterinary Scholars Symposium (VSS) formerly known as NVSS. Mark your calendar for August 3-5, 2023 in Puerto Rico. More information will be forthcoming at aavmc.org.
PCVE 2023 is October 18th - 21st and will be hosted at the University of Florida, Gainesville. More information will be forthcoming at aavmc.org.
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