SAVMA Symposium 2020

As most of you know, SAVMA Symposium 2020, set to take place at Cornell University March 14-16, has been canceled due restrictions surrouding the coronavirus outbreak. While we are all incredibly saddened to hear this news, we cannot thank the SAVMA Symposium Planning Team enough for all of their incredible hardwork and dedication. You have all been working so hard, and we admire you for it.

SAVMA will miss seeing you all this weekend, but we cannot wait for future SAVMA and AVMA events.

#bettertogether

Say Yes to Symposium

Still trying to decide if you are going to attend SAVMA Symposium 2020 at Cornell? Read up on how much Holly Bates from Ross University enjoyed her experience at UGA last year!

As a Ross University School of Veterinary medicine, attending Symposium each year is something I have looked forward to!  The island life is nice but getting a taste of American food is great every once in a blue moon. Attending the 2019 SAVMA symposium strengthened my understanding of the veterinary profession providing me an opportunity to expand and keep up to date with current knowledge of veterinary medicine.  The topics which interested me the most were the oncology lectures and the lectures focused around public health. One health is so import for the future of veterinary medicine due to the close relationships we have with animals now more than ever! Pets are now considered family members and not only is human health a priority now, individuals are willing to do more advanced diagnostics and preventions to ensure the health and wellness of their pets (babies)! 

“So you are presented a 7 year old, Male, Intact Rottweiler for limping on the right rear limb” so began our oncology review. What a brilliant way to take us through the history, clinical signs and diagnostics to help us all reach the same conclusion.  The lecture was very stimulating and will stick in my mind through the rest of my pre-clinical year and clinics.   

An experience I will never forget is the dental wet lab I was able to attend. We were given our own cadaver head to extract teeth and learn the importance about dental radiographs in veterinary medicine.  Dentistry in small animal medicine is a very important aspect of health for our companion animals to live a happy healthy life. For veterinarians this is many times an area that goes missed in routine care for many of our patients.  Having the extra hands on experience and knowledge I gained from the lab will remain with me when I go onto practice.

The SAVMA Symposium 2019  experience not only allowed me to see the huge network of veterinarians I will soon call my colleagues, but allowed me form life-long friendships with my Ross colleagues outside of our tedious studies here on island! I will not forget my time spent at the 2019 SAVMA symposium and hope if you are reading this you take the time to attend the 2020 SAVMA Symposium! 

 

Wellness Support Fund

Wellness Support Fund
SAVMA's Wellness Committee

The SAVMA Wellness Committee is offering funding to veterinary students and veterinary school organizations that wish to promote physical, mental, and emotional health at their college of veterinary medicine.

In light of the growing body of evidence indicating high levels of stress, anxiety, and depression in the veterinary profession, the committee recognizes that there is a considerable need to transform the culture of veterinary schools into one that is safe, promotes self-awareness, and encourages healthy living habits.  The SAVMA will award up to $2,500.00USD each cycle to student applicants demonstrating the need for assistance with a project, lecture, or event(s) that will foster physical or mental wellness in their respective college, on an as needed basis.

Apply here today! Must be a SAVMA member to apply. The committee will accept applications until December 31, 2018 Applicants may apply either to be reimbursed for a project retroactively or proactively. Fill out completed application form and send additional required materials (receipts, itineraries, etc.) to savmawellness@gmail.com.

Faculty Community Outreach Award

Faculty Community Outreach Award
SAVMA's Public Health and Community Outreach Committee 

The SAVMA Faculty Community Outreach Award nomination is intended for students to publicly acknowledge how faculty members, clinicians, and other respected individuals engaged in one of the many veterinary fields have gone above and beyond their own professional responsibilities and duties to interact with and make a difference in the local and/or global community as a servant leader. The Nominee will receive $300, paid travel expenses to SAVMA Symposium, and an award that will be presented publicly at symposium. The Author of the winning application will receive $125. 

Eligibility

•  The nominee is required to be a veterinarian and must be a member-in-good-standing with the AVMA at the time of nomination (if you are unsure we can check).
• Preference may be given to nominees with significant and/or regular interactions with students. The student nominator’s school must be in good standing with the AVMA and Student AVMA.
• Prior award recipients are not eligible for 3 years after the award is won (e.g. 2014 winner cannot win again until 2018)

Click here for the application. Applications are due by December 1st. You must be a SAVMA member to apply. Questions can be sent to SAVMA.phcoc@gmail.com

Environmental Awareness Grant

Environmental Awareness Grant 2018
SAVMA's Public Health and Community Outreach Committee 

The Environmental Awareness Grant is a SAVMA sponsored grant that allows for current SAVMA members to reach out and initiate environmental projects, engage in research, or attend conservation related events/ meetings. This grant can be used to support topics such as: initiating recycling programs at your school, decreasing plastic waste in the veterinary community, support for conservation programs, travel grants for conservation projects local and abroad, and supporting research relating to veterinary conservation. 

A first place grant receives $1000 and two honorable mentions receive $500. Applications and Letter of Recommendation are due November 1, 2018! Check out the details here. You must be a SAVMA member to apply.

Email savma.phcoc@gmail.com with any questions by using "Environmental Awareness Grant 2018" in the subject line