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Structurally, the Student AVMA consists of an Executive Board and a House of Delegates (HOD) composed of two representatives from each member chapter. The House of Delegates meets twice yearly; in July during the AVMA Convention, and in the spring during the annual Student AVMA Educational Symposium. Members of the Executive Board are selected by the House of Delegates. They include the president,

president-elect, secretary, treasurer, international exchange officer, communications and public relations officer, editor-in-chief, global and public health officer, veterinary economics officer, and cultural outreach officer. The formation of a national organization of veterinary students has enabled what were once isolated student chapters to function effectively as a single unit on the national scene. The Student AVMA coordinates student chapter functions, promotes the exchange of ideas and information among students, and represents its members in matters that concern them, both as students and as future veterinarians.

06/11/2025

The AVMA Council on Education (COE) is reviewing proposed changes to sections of its accreditation standards and wants to hear from you. This follows the recent decision to pause DEI reporting requirements for veterinary schools. Comments can be mailed to Anahita Gonda, Administrative Coordinator, AVMA, 1931 N. Meacham Road, Ste. 100, Schaumburg, IL 60173-4360, or emailed to [email protected] and must use the following subject line: COE Standards revisions - Public Comments. Comments must be submitted no later than June 13th, 2025.

04/24/2025

Curious about the financial pulse of the veterinary profession? Join us for an informative webinar featuring two economists from VMG as they explore current economic trends in vet med — plus a special look at the path to practice ownership.

04/14/2025

🌿 Environmental Awareness Grant 🌿
Passionate about conservation? The SAVMA-sponsored Environmental Awareness Grant empowers current SAVMA members to launch eco-projects, engage in research, or attend conservation-focused events.

🌎 Eligible projects include:
♻️ Recycling initiatives
🚯 Plastic waste reduction
🐾 Veterinary conservation research
✈️ Travel for local & international conservation efforts

✨ 3 grants available — $500 each!

04/10/2025

🐾SAVE THE DATE! 🐾 On April 16th at 6pm MDT/7pm CDT, AWESC is hosting Dr. Kathleen Cooney DVM, CHPV, CPEV, DACAW for a webinar titled “Tips for a Technically Smooth Euthanasia”!! Dr. Cooney will be talking to us about techniques and protocols to perform humane euthanasias that promote animal welfare and strengthen the human-animal bond.

Plus, we’ll be giving away TWO $50 FIGS GIFT CARDS to attendees!!

Sign up by scanning the QR code or go to https://forms.gle/Zd7F1UmNPWDj8fKp8 to get the Zoom link sent to you!

04/09/2025

Congrats to our global vet students! 🌍✨ SAVMA’s International Veterinary Experience Committee is thrilled to award 8 passionate veterinary students scholarships to support their international veterinary adventures! 🏆🐶🐱 These incredible recipients will embark on life-changing experiences, advancing veterinary education and animal welfare worldwide. 🌎💙
Join us in celebrating these future vets making a global impact!

04/08/2025

🐾 Save the date! 🐾
Join us for a virtual symposium packed with inspiration from professionals who turned their vet med passions into dream careers in One Health, conservation, translational medicine, public health & beyond! 🌎💉🦜

💻 8 engaging virtual lectures
🤝 Network with field leaders
🎁 Epic raffle giveaways

Come learn how others found their path—and maybe find a little inspiration for yours too! ✨

04/02/2025

April is designated as Autism Acceptance Month to celebrate autistic people and autistic experiences. This is a shift from the traditional “awareness” month to help destigmatize Autism Spectrum Disorder. April is a time to learn from and uplift voices to create a stronger community all year long.

03/31/2025

Today is International Transgender Day of Visibility! This is a day to celebrate transgender people around the world. With the alarming increase in anti-trans legislation, it is as important as ever to raise awareness about the discrimination trans people face. Get involved in your community and support your trans peers because trans rights are human rights! Visit hrc.org/resources/transgender to learn more.

03/26/2025

Well-being is not a luxury—it is a necessity. Recognizing this, your SAVMA Delegates made history at the AVMA Convention in Denver, Colorado, by electing the very first Well-Being Officer, Megan Gulsby! With passion and dedication, she built this position from the ground up, ensuring that veterinary student wellness remains a priority nationwide.

"I am incredibly proud to have served as the first Well-Being Officer on the National SAVMA Executive Board. When I was elected, I saw this role as an opportunity to advocate for students at the national level and drive meaningful change. One of my biggest goals was to update the SAVMA Duty Hour Guidelines, recognizing the urgent need for administrations to better support clinical year students. My goal wasn’t necessarily for every school to adopt the guidelines—since each institution has its own structure and challenges—but rather to provide students and SAVMA chapters with a valuable reference tool. This document was designed to spark important conversations about wellness and empower students to advocate for change within their own institutions. While there is still work to be done, I am proud of the progress we have made in advancing wellness in veterinary education!" – Megan Gulsby

Let’s celebrate this incredible milestone and continue pushing for a healthier, more supportive future in veterinary medicine.

03/24/2025

That is a wrap for our 2024-2025 SAVMA Executive Board! 💖 We are beyond grateful for their incredible leadership and unwavering dedication to making a difference in the lives of veterinary students worldwide!

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