The Advocate Newsletter
The Advocate is AAVMC’s newsletter dedicated to our Governmental Affairs programming.
June 15, 2026
VMCAS 2027 Applicant Guide
June 08, 2026
Letter in Support of USDA REE Programs
Education Policy and Regulation, Statements and Letters
June 04, 2026
Letter to United States Customs and Immigration Service: Lift Hold on Processing International Student Work Authorizations
Education Policy and Regulation, Statements and Letters
Advocacy Priorities
A summary of the legislative priorities covered during AAVMC Annual Advocacy Days.
June 17, 2025
Health Care Community Letter on Higher Ed Provisions in the Senate Reconciliation Bill
Statements and Letters, Student Financial Aid
June 10, 2025
Community Letter supporting biomedical research funding at the National Institutes of Health
Appropriations, Statements and Letters
June 05, 2025
Community letter in support of full funding for NIH
Appropriations, Statements and Letters
Legislative Briefings
A summary of the legislative briefings conducted in partnership with key representatives.
June 15, 2026
VMCAS 2027 Applicant Guide
June 08, 2026
Letter in Support of USDA REE Programs
Education Policy and Regulation, Statements and Letters
June 04, 2026
Letter to United States Customs and Immigration Service: Lift Hold on Processing International Student Work Authorizations
Education Policy and Regulation, Statements and Letters
Advocacy Letters
The AAVMC’s governmental affairs department frequently collaborates with partner organizations to inform Congressional and executive branch leaders about important legislation.
June 15, 2026
VMCAS 2027 Applicant Guide
June 08, 2026
Letter in Support of USDA REE Programs
Education Policy and Regulation, Statements and Letters
June 04, 2026
Letter to United States Customs and Immigration Service: Lift Hold on Processing International Student Work Authorizations
Education Policy and Regulation, Statements and Letters