Two new scholarships for veterinary students are announced

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The American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) provides veterinarians and veterinary students with resources and programs to advance the science and practice of veterinary medicine.¹ This year, the AVMF is introducing 2 new scholarships in partnership with the Hoveida Family Foundation—a private philanthropic organization—and Embrace Pet Insurance, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).²

Hoveida Family Foundation Research Scholarship

One of the new scholarships being launched this year is the Hoveida Family Foundation Research Scholarship. The scholarship aims to promote scientific and engineering education and research. According to the AVMF, it is also designed to support and inspire future veterinary researchers who will contribute to the health and welfare of domestic and farm animals as well as human communities with a critical shortage of veterinarians.^2,3 This scholarship will grant $4,400 to a veterinary student with a strong interest in pursuing a research career post-graduation.

“We believe in the power of science education and the impact it can have on the future of our world. By supporting scholarships for the American Veterinary Medical Foundation, the Hoveida Family Foundation aims to help passionate, talented students in need of financial help to pursue their studies in veterinary medicine,” wrote the Hoveida Family Foundation in a news release.³ “We hope this will eventually result in a positive impact on the well-being of domestic and farm animals and our human communities faced with a critical shortage of veterinarians.”

The organization will be accepting applications from September 1, 2024 to September 30, 2024. Applications will be reviewed between October 7, 2024 to October 25, 2024. Awardees will be notified and receive a check disbursement in the fall semester of 2024.

To be eligible, applicants must³:

• Be currently enrolled and in good academic standing.
• Be located within the United States.
• Have a demonstrated interest in pursuing a career in veterinary research.

Embrace Pet Insurance Scholarship

The scholarship created through the partnership of AVMF and Embrace Pet Insurance will award $5,000 to five 3rd- or 4th-year veterinary students who show a commitment to pursuing careers in shelter medicine after graduation.⁴

“Partnering with the American Veterinary Medical Foundation to launch this vital initiative underscores our dedication to the future of veterinary medicine and the support of animals in need,” Brian Macias, CEO of Embrace Pet Insurance, said in a news release.⁴ “Through scholarships for veterinary students passionate about shelter medicine, we seek to empower a new generation of veterinarians committed to animal welfare.”

Embrace Pet Insurance and the AVMF will be taking applications between September 1, 2024 and September 30, 2024, and will be reviewing applications from October 7, 2024 to October 25, 2024. Like the Hoveida Family Foundation Research Scholarship, award notifications and funds disbursement will be delivered during the 2024 fall semester.

Eligibility criteria for this new scholarship consists of the following⁴:

• Being 3rd- or 4th-year student in good standing at an AVMA Council on Education-accredited school of veterinary medicine.
• Being located within the US
• Demonstrating an intention to work in shelter medicine upon graduation.

References

1. AVMF. American Veterinary Medical Association. Accessed August 28, 2024. https://www.avma.org/about/avmf
2. Scholarship opportunities for students, grants for researchers available through AVMF. News release. American Veterinary Medical Association. August 26, 2024. Accessed August 28, 2024. https://www.avma.org/news/scholarship-opportunities-students-grants-researchers-available-through-avmf?utm_source=delivra&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=todays-headlines-news
3. Introducing the Hoveida Family Foundation Research Scholarship: Advancing veterinary science for a better world. News release. American Veterinary Medical Foundation. August 9, 2024. Accessed August 28, 2024. https://www.avmf.org/news/introducing-the-hoveida-family-foundation-research-scholarship-advancing-veterinary-science-for-a-better-world/
4. AVMF partners with Embrace Pet Insurance to launch scholarship program for veterinary students committed to shelter medicine. News release. American Veterinary Medical Foundation. August 6, 2024. Accessed August 28, 2024. https://www.avmf.org/news/avmf-partners-with-embrace-pet-insurance-to-launch-scholarship-program-for-veterinary-students-committed-to-shelter-medicine/