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Structurally, the Student AVMA consists of an Executive Board and a House of Delegates (HOD) composed of two representatives from each member chapter. The House of Delegates meets twice yearly; in July during the AVMA Convention, and in the spring during the annual Student AVMA Educational Symposium. Members of the Executive Board are selected by the House of Delegates. They include the president, president-elect, secretary, treasurer, international exchange officer, communications and public relations officer, editor-in-chief, global and public health officer, veterinary economics officer, and cultural outreach officer. The formation of a national organization of veterinary students has enabled what were once isolated student chapters to function effectively as a single unit on the national scene. The Student AVMA coordinates student chapter functions, promotes the exchange of ideas and information among students, and represents its members in matters that concern them, both as students and as future veterinarians.

02/12/2026

The Second Chance Grant is open now through March 13th!

This grant is for students who are currently (or were) on academic probation, remediating, or in the process of appealing. An essay explaining the academic situation and financial need of the applicant is required. Financial needs include rent, groceries, mental health resources, tutoring (or some other learning assistance form), living expenses, etc.

A retroactive application is for students that were on academic probation/remediating/appealing within the last school year beginning in Fall 2024.

An active application is for students on academic probation/remediating/appealing for the Fall 2025 semester.

Link to Apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdbaO1wJ88CzOXdwNJj0OZqocUcECUAiZyhb2P_8VqXBZTXzA/viewform

02/07/2026

The Travel Award for Professional Engagement is open for applications through March 31st, 2026!

This financial award aims to support students that have (or will be) participating in a professional development event between September 16th, 2025 to March 31st, 2026.

As a retrospective travel award, any future travel does not qualify for application.

Contact savma.icdc@gmail.com with any questions.

Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1BgWiuvYpfVQ9M8nPVZWuoy9FvRnjowsPzP5shTAnKIw/viewform?edit_requested=true

02/05/2026

Are you participating in an international veterinary experience this spring? Don’t forget to apply for the 2026 IVEC Award (Cycle 1)!

This is a great way to offset the costs of your educational experience and share your exciting opportunities with us.

Applications are due by March 31st.

Scan the QR code to apply!

02/04/2026

The PERMA4+ Wellbeing Check-In offers a quick snapshot of how you’re doing beyond grades and exams.

🔗 Link here: https://www.perma4plus.com/PERMA/VetsEntry/perma4plus-wellbeing-for-veterinary-students-savma

02/02/2026

This award hopes to alleviate some of the burden associated with health and wellbeing by recognizing student’s daily battles and providing recipients with financial relief.

This annual award will be available to SAVMA members during their time as veterinary students, with $450-$550 USD for each recipient. Disclosure of any medical condition is not required.

Amount: 9 awards of $450-$550 each
Deadline: February 15, 2026 at 11:59PM EST
Questions: savmawellbeing@gmail.com.

Apply:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSePlj_QFkK-3fu9Z-A3U1oZAhz3ldzKPGCEEdXdA7a2i6D6DQ/viewform

12/08/2025

Interested in practice ownership? Check out this webinar TOMORROW (Monday 12/8) at 7pm CST! There’s also a chance to win a Starbucks gift card for attending!

Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8752180960?omn=84983159973

12/02/2025

The submission window for The Vet Gazette for Volume 60, Issue 4 is open through December 26th at 11:59 PM! Find your favorite pet pictures, cases, or caption ideas and submit it to TVG for a chance of winning some cash prizes 💵! See the graphic for more areas of submission and past winners.

Submission Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf1c_KPFon_Hid3NRIC693_uMOrBOo22bSDtM8htsV9A_b8qg/viewform

11/18/2025

Have you checked in with yourself lately? When we are caught up in the daily grind and are busy with school, work, and life you can sometimes miss the early warning signs of burnout or fatigue.

The SAVMA PERMA4Plus Tool for Veterinary Students is a free, confidential, anonymous resource to help track your current wellbeing as well as trends over time, while providing tips and resources to help you find balance, resilience, and hope. Specifically designed for both pre-clinical and clinical year veterinary students, this short assessment can be a valuable tool for veterinary students.

https://www.perma4plus.com/PERMA/VetsEntry/perma4plus-wellbeing-for-veterinary-students-savma

We are grateful to and for their generous support in providing this tool for free to all SAVMA members.

11/17/2025

Head over to savmasymposium.com to register and see the amazing wet labs, day trips and lectures North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine has planned. The planning team is excited to welcome the SAVMA community to Raleigh and ! 🐺

10/29/2025

Happy National Cat Day! 🐈‍⬛

Help support your local shelters to limit the effects of feral cats on wildlife.

10/23/2025

SAVMA offers an abundance of annual grant opportunities for students. Stephanie Boggiano from LSU is one student that was awarded the ICDC Travel Grant award this fall. She noted that the funds will help “offset travel expenses to conferences where I can present my research, connect with peers, and continue advocating for diversity and inclusion in veterinary medicine.” Congratulations Stephanie!

To see all the awards and their dates of application, go to: https://www.avma.org/membership/SAVMA/awards-scholarships

10/17/2025

Are you participating in an international veterinary-related experience this fall? Are you passionate about international veterinary medicine? Submit your application for this award by October 31st, 2025 for an opportunity to alleviate your travel and housing expenses.

If you have any questions, please email ivecscholarships@gmail.com!

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