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Nondiscrimination language added to diversity policy
The AVMA Board of Directors agreed April 7 to update the “AVMA Policy on Diversity and Inclusion” to add nondiscrimination language that includes,…
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Attention given to disabilities at diversity summit
The Midwest and Southeast biennial summits on diversity were held this past spring at Michigan State University College of Veterinary…
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AVMA’s global, diversity activities could expand
Nearly four years ago, the AVMA created a position to coordinate the Association’s foreign affairs and promote diversity within the veterinary…
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Diversity, inclusion added to accreditation standards
The AVMA Council on Education approved revisions to six of its 11 Standards of Accreditation during its spring meeting
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Online show highlights multiculturalism
An online program launched this past fall is dedicated to promoting diversity in the veterinary profession.
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Cultural competency program created for students
An online certificate program on diversity and inclusion is being offered for free to some veterinary students.
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AVMA stands for “respect and dignity” of all members
The AVMA Board of Directors reiterated the Association’s support for diversity and inclusion during its April 7-9 meeting in Schaumburg, Illinois, and…
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COE to examine guidelines for distributive model
The AVMA Council on Education, the body that accredits veterinary colleges continues to field questions from practitioners about how
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House to discuss marijuana, VCPR, opioids, service animals
The AVMA House of Delegates plans to discuss the diverse topics of marijuana for treatment of animals, application and definition of the…
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Postage stamps celebrate pets
The U.S. Postal Service is issuing the Pets Forever set of stamps in August to celebrate pets.
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Pet owners, shelters, and clinics: Check the chip
Lost or stolen pets have a much greater chance of being reunited with their families if they have been microchipped and the registration information…
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AVMA continues opposition to pet prescription legislation
The AVMA has renewed its opposition to federal legislation that would require a veterinarian to provide a client with a written prescription for a…
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Acupuncture specialty petition denied
AVMA leaders have denied a petition from an organization that wants to develop an acupuncture specialization.
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AAVMC acknowledges contributions from veterinary faculty, student
The Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges recognized the 2017 recipients of five awards during its Annual Conference March 10-12 in…
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Q&A with the AVMA president-elect candidates
Drs. Jan K. Strother and Michael J. Topper describe the challenges and opportunities facing the veterinary profession and explain why they’re ready to…
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States track dispensing to counter drug fraud
A third of states and the District of Columbia require reports from veterinarians when they dispense controlled substances
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‘No higher honor’
Dr. Stacy Pritt of Rowlett, Texas, is the sole candidate for the AVMA vice presidency—a two-year position as the Association’s liaison to the Student…
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Study produces hundreds of antimicrobial candidates
A research group developed and used a macrolide antimicrobial discovery system to produce more than 300 drug candidates
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The hidden curriculum
Every veterinarian knows there’s much more to the job than being able to diagnose, treat, prescribe, and perform surgery.
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Veterinary academia celebrates milestone
The Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges, whose member institutions are 49 AVMA Council on Education—accredited veterinary
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AVMA Board elects Donlin as new CEO
Dr. Janet Donlin returns to the AVMA in September, this time in the Association’s top staff leadership spot
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Weeklong celebration for veterinary technicians
National Veterinary Technician Week will be celebrated Oct. 16-22 this year with the theme “Veterinary Nursing in Action.”
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Call for applications for AVMA veterinary educator grants
The AVMA will begin accepting applications in early April for the 2017 AVMA Veterinary Educator Professional Development Grant.
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AAV gives grants for research on companion, wild birds
The Association of Avian Veterinarians has provided over $560,000 in funding for avian health research since 1982.
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Veterinary education expanding in Texas
Texas A&M and Texas Tech universities are looking to meet current and future animal health needs for their state by educating more