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AAVMC Names Recipient of 2021 Senator John Melcher, DVM Leadership in Public Policy Award

MEDIA CONTACTS: Jeff Douglas or Jeanne JohnsonPhone: 202/371-9195, x144Email: jdouglas@aavmc.org or jjohnson@aavmc.org Washington, D.C., February 3, 2021  – Dr. Michael J. Blackwell from the University of Tennessee College of Social Work is the recipient of the 2021 Senator John Melcher, DVM Leadership in Public Policy Award from the American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC). “The […]

AAVMC Names Recipient of Excellence in Research Award Winner

MEDIA CONTACTS:Jeff Douglas or Jeanne JohnsonPhone: 202/371-9195, x144Email: jdouglas@aavmc.org or jjohnson@aavmc.org WASHINGTON, D.C., January 25, 2021 — Dr. Juergen (Jürgen) A. Richt, from the Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine (KSU-CVM) is the recipient of the 2021 AAVMC Excellence in Research Award. “The AAVMC’s annual series of professional awards recognize outstanding veterinary medical educators who […]

Texas Tech School of Veterinary Medicine is AAVMC’s Newest Member; Universities of West Indies, Sarajevo Join as Collaborative members.

MEDIA CONTACTS:Jeff Douglas or Jeanne JohnsonPhone: 202/371-9195, x144Email: jdouglas@aavmc.org or jjohnson@aavmc.org WASHINGTON, D.C., January 15, 2021 — The American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) has welcomed one new member from the United States and two new Collaborative international institutions. The new Texas Tech School of Veterinary Medicine has received a Letter of Reasonable Assurance (LRA) from the COE and […]

American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) Names Recipient of Prestigious Veterinary Teaching Award

Washington, D.C., January 12, 2021 – Dr. Stephen Hines, the Berger Keatts Distinguished Professor for Excellence in Teaching in the Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine (WSU-CVM), is the recipient of the American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) 2020 AAVMC Distinguished Veterinary Teacher Award, presented by Zoetis. “The AAVMC’s annual series of professional […]

AVMA and AAVMC Announce New Commission to Address Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Veterinary Profession

For more information: Jeffrey S. DouglasChief Communications OfficerAmerican Association of Veterinary Medical CollegesPhone: 540-998-1800 Mark RosatiAmerican Veterinary Medical AssociationPhone: 847-313-9597 Cell: 847-313-9597 Commission will promote value of DEI in veterinary practices, organizations and colleges Washington, D.C., December 22, 2020—Veterinary leaders from around the country will serve as founding members of the new Commission for a […]

AAVMC Announces 2021 Professional Excellence Award Honorees, Student Scholarship Winner

The American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) has announced the recipients of five awards that recognize professional excellence, achievement and service in academic veterinary medicine. The professional awards, as well as a student scholarship award, will be presented during the AAVMC’s 2021 Annual Conference and Iverson Bell Symposium, which will be held virtually March […]

December Vet-Med Educator

December 2020 Dolmage, Author of “Academic Ableism,” to Address 2021 AAVMC Annual Conference One of the world’s leading experts in disability rights and higher education will present a keynote address during the AAVMC’s 2021 Annual Conference and Iverson Bell Symposium, which will be presented as a virtual experience March 3-5, 2021. Dr. Jay Dolmage, a […]

More Demand Than Ever for Veterinary Medical School Application Fee Reimbursement

MEDIA CONTACTS:Jeff Douglas or Jeanne JohnsonPhone: 202/371-9195, x144Email: jdouglas@aavmc.org or jjohnson@aavmc.org WASHINGTON, D.C., November 13, 2020 — More veterinary medical school applicants than ever before applied this past year to take advantage of a an application reimbursement program. The program is offered by the Association of American Veternary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) through the Veterinary Medical College Application […]

2021 AAVMC Annual Conference Transitions to Virtual Experience

MEDIA CONTACTS:Jeff Douglas or Jeanne JohnsonPhone: 202/371-9195, x144Email: jdouglas@aavmc.org or jjohnson@aavmc.org WASHINGTON, D.C., October 20, 2020 — The 2021 American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) Annual Conference & Iverson Bell Symposium, “Catalyze 2021: Connect & Innovate in the Face of Global Challenges” will be presented as a virtual experience because of the pandemic.  Originally […]

Number of Applicants to Veterinary Medical Colleges Soars 19 Percent Year-Over-Year

MEDIA CONTACTS:Jeff Douglas or Jeanne JohnsonPhone: 202/371-9195, x144Email: jdouglas@aavmc.org or jjohnson@aavmc.org WASHINGTON, D.C., October 16, 2020 — The number of applicants seeking admission to veterinary medical college during the 2020-21 admissions cycle rose 19% year-over-year. Preliminary data show that a total of 10,273 applicants submitted applications this year, compared to 8,645 last year. Over the […]