The 64th Annual Texas A&M Beef Cattle Short Course will run from August 6-8, 2018. The course is one of the largest cattle-related educational events in the country, drawing over 1,700 participants for its 20 educational sessions and various live demonstrations. Topics for the Beef Cattle Short Course include nutrition, reproduction,
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AVMA Offers Free Well-being Webinar
The American Veterinary Medical Association’s Lead & Learn series is offering a new webinar on July 2nd. Mission Possible: Creating a Culture of Well-being will be presented by Dr. Jen Brandt, Director of Member Wellness and Diversity Initiatives at the AVMA, at 6pm Central. Dr. Brandt will discuss the difference
Vet School Cost Comparison Tool Updated for 2018
If you’re serious about going to vet school (and being able to afford it), you should definitely take advantage of the Cost Comparison Tool provided by the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges. Now in its third year and refreshed with 2018 data, the CCT is a web-based application with
New Wildlife Enterprise Management Degree Offered at Auburn
Auburn University has announced plans to offer a new degree in Wildlife Enterprise Management for the Fall 2019 semester. The program is designed to prepare students for careers in hunting, fishing, and related outdoor industries. Only one other university (Kansas State) offers a degree of this type. The Wildlife Enterprise Management
New Vet School Coming to Metropolitan New York Area
The state of New York has announced that it will partially fund the establishment of a school of veterinary medicine at Long Island University. There has never been a veterinary program in the New York metropolitan area, though the highly regarded program at Cornell University (about a four hour drive
New Vet School at Texas Tech Moves Forward
Texas Tech’s plan to build the nation’s 31st veterinary school made a critical step forward last week, as the Amarillo City Council approved a measure to fund up to $69 million for its construction—a significant portion of the $90 million required. Once construction is complete, Texas Tech will have the
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New Farrier Program Established at MSU
Michigan State University has announced it will add a farrier program for its Fall 2018 semester. The MSU Farrier School will offer students the choice of two tracks: a 12 week program (for $11,950 including tuition, supplies, and books) and a 24 week program (for $17,950 including tuition, supplies, and
Compassionate Care Veterinary Student Scholarship Announced
The Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association has announced that applications are currently being accepted for the Compassionate Care Veterinary Student Scholarship. This award, established in 2016, is intended for vet students who are interested in animal welfare issues and have actively pursued this interest through volunteer work. The first place
