VIN Topic Rounds

Are you missing out on clinical rotations because of COVID-19? The VIN Student Team has you covered with Tuesday Topic Rounds.  During the month of February, join J. Scott Weese, DVM, DVSc, DACVIM (LAIM) for 30 minute, case-based sessions on Zoonotic Disease every Tuesday at 12ET. Everyone and all levels of experience are welcome. There will be time for Q&A and discussion following. The next session is A Potpourri of Zoonoses Cases on February 23, 2021 at 12 ET.

In this rounds:

• Explore cases in a fun, challenging, and interactive case-based session.
• Discover practical tips for students and new graduates.
• Come prepared to participate!

TO JOIN THE SESSION, LOG INTO THE VIN STUDENT CENTER AND CLICK THE GREEN BUTTON IN THE TOP RIGHT

The Veterinary Information Network (VIN) is here to help you as a vet student – especially during this worldwide pandemic. Membership is always free as a student!

Oh, the places you'll go!

So many of our veterinary students double as fantastic photographers!  Thank you to Rebecca Frank of the University of Minnesota for sharing these awe-insipiring landscapes with us!  When it becomes safe to travel again, I'm sure many of us would love to see these sites in person!

REMINDER: VIN Foundation 5th Annual Solutions for the Profession Competition

 A friendly reminder that the VIN Foundation's 5th Annual Solutions for the Profession Competition closes to submissions Sunday, February 28, 2021, 11:59pm PT!

Calling ALL veterinary students!!!

Think you have innovative ideas and solutions to issues facing the veterinary medicine community?  Could you use an extra hand with school related expenses?  Look no further!  The VIN Foundation is holding their 5th Annual Solutions for the Profession Competition!

TOPIC: Diversity in the Veterinary Profession

In 1,000 words or less, please detail at least one of the following topics:

• What diversity challenges are currently faced by the profession, and what can be done to improve the situation?
• What steps is your veterinary school taking to address diversity challenges, and what solutions do you think would improve the situation?

DEADLINE: Competition is NOW OPEN and will close to submissions Sunday, February 28, 2021, 11:59pm PT.  Winners will be announced by April 30, 2021!

SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS:

• First Place: $3,000
• Second Place: $1,500
• Third Place: $1,000

Essays must be submitted online - CLICK HERE to get started!

VIN Topic Rounds

Are you missing out on clinical rotations because of COVID-19? The VIN Student Team has you covered with Tuesday Topic Rounds.  During the month of February, join J. Scott Weese, DVM, DVSc, DACVIM (LAIM) for 30 minute, case-based sessions on Zoonotic Disease every Tuesday at 12ET. Everyone and all levels of experience are welcome. There will be time for Q&A and discussion following. The next session is Zoonoses and Immunocompromised Clients – What to Know on February 16, 2021 at 12 ET.

In this rounds:

• Educating clients about risks
• How hygiene and husbandry can reduce risk
• Recommended health screening
• How to work with physicians

TO JOIN THE SESSION, LOG INTO THE VIN STUDENT CENTER AND CLICK THE GREEN BUTTON IN THE TOP RIGHT

The Veterinary Information Network (VIN) is here to help you as a vet student – especially during this worldwide pandemic. Membership is always free as a student!

Happy Valentine's Day!

From our SAVMA family to yours, Happy Valentine's Day!  Whether you are celebrating friends, family, or a signficiant other, we hope you can share the love today!  Thank you to Amy Enevoldsen of Michigan State University for sharing these cuddle bugs with us!