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Kansas State
University College of Veterinary Medicine Ring
The Society of Phi Zeta Sigma Chapter Kansas
State University College of Veterinary Medicine
The Sigma Chapter of Phi Zeta
has been established at Kansas State University to recognize and
promote scholarships and research pertaining to the welfare and
diseases of animals.
American Animal Hospital (SCAAHA) is dedicated to providing students with current information on small animal medicine and surgery and practice management topics. In addition to monthly meetings and lectures, multiple wet labs are scheduled during the year to provide hands on activities aimed at improving clinical skills. Weekly rounds on internal medicine topics are held in a problem based learning format, which helps integrate theoretical knowledge from class with practical applications from real hospital cases. All students are welcome to be members.
American
Association of Bovine Practitioners
KSU AABP is made up of veterinary students with a special interest in beef and dairy
practice. The chapter boasts one of the largest memberships of the veterinary
special interest groups. Many members have roots deep in beef or dairy production
while others have had very limited exposure to cattle and want to increase their large
animal experience in preparation for senior clinics.
American Association of Equine Practitioners is an organization whose goal is to provide veterinary students with increased exposure to issues of special interest in the equine industry. The level of experience in the equine industry is of no importance for club members. All students, from those with no horse experience to owners, experienced show and race trainers, rodeoers and farriers can benefit from membership in this organization. All that is required to profit from membership is a desire to learn.
American Association of Feline Practitioners
The Kansas State University Student Chapter of the American Association of Feline Practitioners began in the fall of 1987. Objectives of the organization include enhancing the educational opportunities of veterinary students at Kansas State in the areas of feline medicine and surgery, and promoting cooperation between veterinary and cat fancy organizations.
American
Association of Small Ruminant Practitioners
The AASRP student chapter is the
newest organization to the Vet Med campus. Its presence is
indicative of students' interest in sheep, goats, elk, deer, and llamas. KSU's College of Veterinary Medicine
officially began its student chapter of AASRP in September 2001!
The club meets once a month and maintains the goal of providing one
field trip or wet lab opportunity per semester. Students interested in sheep, goats,
elk, deer, and llamas, whether as livestock or hobby, are welcome to
join.
American
Association of Swine Practitioners
The KSU SCAASP is comprised of veterinary students with an interest in swine practice.
As the newest food animal club, we look forward to the upcoming years.
Although the range of experience within the club varies, all students with an interest in
learning more about swine and the various management practices involved with this
profession are welcome.
American College of Veterinary Pathologists (SCACVP)
The KSU Chapter of the American
College of Veterinary Pathologists (SCACVP) is an organization with the
goal of providing veterinary medical students the opportunity to gain
exposure to the field of veterinary pathology and to inform students of
training and career opportunities in veterinary pathology.
American
Veterinary Medical Association (SCAVMA)
SCAVMA, the Student Chapter of the American Veterinary Medical
Association at Kansas State University, is the local chapter of
SAVMA, the Student American Veterinary Medical Association. At a
local school level, SCAVMA serves as a governing body for KSU-CVM
veterinary students, and as an umbrella group for the specialty
clubs. As a member of SCAVMA, students are automatically members
of SAVMA, and thereby, the AVMA.
Canine Club
The canine club is a organization made
up of students with an interest and love for dogs. The club is
active in canine health, education, and service. Meeting are
held about once a month and the club also organizes dog hikes.
Visit the link to our web page often for upcoming events and
information.
Christian
Veterinary Mission Fellowship
Christian Veterinary Mission Fellowship is the student
organization stemming from Christian Veterinary Mission, a
subsidiary of World Concern. CVM's mission is "to challenge,
empower, and facilitate veterinarians to serve others through
their profession, living out their Christian faith. CVM also
provides education and encouragement for those who desire to
minister through service, prayer, relationship building, and
modeling Christ's love."
Exotic Animal Medicine Club
The Exotic Animal Medicine Club (EAMC) is designed to allow veterinary students at all
levels a chance to gain hands-on experience with wildlife, exotic birds, reptiles, small
animals, and other non-typical species. A limited amount of exposure to zoo and
laboratory animals is also gained. These experiences are gained through lectures,
wetlabs, demonstrations, exotic rounds, and field trips to zoos in the surrounding area. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to participate, even those with a
mild interest, as this is the fastest growing field with many diverse opportunities.
International Veterinary Students
Association
The objective of the club is to
promote the international practice of veterinary medicine, to
disseminate information about practice abroad, to disseminate
information about other cultures, to provide humanitarian aid, to assist
students with international travel for the purpose of veterinary
practice, humanitarian aid, exchange of information, and the protection
of public health.
Kansas State Holistic Club
The Kansas State Holistic Club was formed in 2008 and we are a Student Chapter of the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association. Our goal is to provide veterinary students with information and opportunities to explore and pursue holistic modalities for an integrative approach to animal wellness. This may include (but is not limited to) veterinary acupuncture, chiropractic, herbs, nutrition, and homeopathy.
Kansas Veterinary Educational Supply Service
(KVESS)
Kansas Veterinary Educational Supply Service, or KVESS, is a
student-owned and operated bookstore. It is run by several
students from each class at the veterinary school. It was created
in the 1970’s by students who were sick of paying too much for
their books. KVESS is a non-profit organization and all proceeds
made from the sale of textbooks and all other items
go directly back to the students
every semester. KVESS has decreased the mark-up on textbooks
significantly compared to that of the other bookstores in town.
Pets-N-People (AAHA)
Pets and People is a group of students, staff
and faculty and their pets from the Kansas State Veterinary
College that is interested in demonstrating the human-animal bond.
We are a subgroup of the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)
providing educational and therapy opportunities to local schools
and nursing homes. All pets used in this program have passed the
Delta Society Pet Partners temperament test to ensure the safety
of all participants.
Public
Health Club
The Public Health Club is Kansas State University College
of Veterinary Medicine’s
newest student organization. Officially recognized by SCAVMA on 27
September 2007, the PHC is dedicated to the growing role of
veterinarians in public health. At least 70% of infectious diseases
in humans can be zoonotic, so control of the animal reservoirs of
those agents is vital to public health, and veterinarians are
uniquely situated and educated to aid in such efforts. The PHC works
to further explore such possibilities and strive to educate
veterinarians and the public for the improvement of public health.
Theriogenology
Club
The KSU Theriogenology Club is an organization for veterinary students who are interested in learning about reproduction in animals with special emphasis on reproduction as it pertains to veterinary medicine.
Veterinary Business Management Association (VBMA)
The VBMA is a national student-managed organization
intent on improving the veterinary profession through increasing
business knowledge. We share the belief of many other veterinary
professionals -- in order to provide the best care for animals,
we need to increase our knowledge about subjects outside of the
medical realm.
Veterinary
Emergency & Critical Care Society
The KSU SCVECCS was started in the Spring of 1995 by a group of interested students eager
to enhance their education in the field of emergency medicine and critical care. The
purpose of this organization is the advancement of knowledge and the promotion of the
specialties of emergency medicine and critical care with the veterinary school and the
community. We hold monthly meetings where various topics in
emergency and critical care are addressed by speakers. Hands-on wet labs are offered to
student members throughout the year. We also offer members the opportunity to
"Shadow" doctors in the KSU Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital and at an
Emergency Clinic in Kansas City.
Student AVMA Committees
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Native American Project Committee
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Minority Veterinarian Network Directory
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Multicultural Student Affairs Committee
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International Veterinary Student Relations Committee