Call for volunteers: AVMA COE seeks new members

Applications are now open for four volunteer positions on the AVMA Council on Education® (AVMA COE®).

Interested veterinarians have until March 15, 2024, to submit applications to serve on the COE representing these groups:

• AVMA members at large
• Private clinical practitioners
• Private food animal practitioners 
• Non-private, non-academic position 

New members will be chosen by the AVMA COE® Selection Committee from among the applicants. Three of the positions have terms running from August 2024 until July 2030. The non-private, non-academic position will fill an unexpired term ending in July 2027. 

Learn more and apply here. 

The AVMA COE® is recognized as the accrediting body for schools that offer the professional DVM degree or its equivalent in the United States and Canada. The council also accredits other foreign programs. 

Accreditation marks the highest standard of achievement for veterinary medical education. COE-accredited colleges confirm their commitment to quality and continuous improvement through a rigorous and comprehensive peer review.

Learn more about the council's work.

Explore other volunteer opportunities

The AVMA is a member-driven organization, and a wide variety of other AVMA councils and committees also are accepting applications from interested volunteers. Whatever your particular areas of interest, you’re likely to find an opportunity to give back to the profession through the AVMA. Discover more AVMA volunteer opportunities at avma.org/Volunteering.