For a native of Jackson, Johnson, Saline, or Williamson counties interested in practicing small animal medicine.
Sponsored by the Carl and Libbie Thetford Endowment Fund
For a student interested in the science of veterinary medicine and involvement in organized veterinary medicine demonstrated by membership in AVMA and/or ISVMA. Demonstrated leadership skills with a strong work ethic, honesty, integrity and compassion. Preference given to a need based student.
Sponsored by Dr. Michael P. and Catheran C. Thomas
For a resident of northern Illinois or southern Wisconsin who has financial need and a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0.
Sponsored by the Edith Tomlinson Endowment Fund
For a student in good academic standing who has an interest in small animals, specifically dogs.
Sponsored by the Vera Arvilla Traxler Endowment Fund
The recipient should be an outstanding graduate student who developed or improved a vaccine or diagnostic test for a pathogen using an innovative molecular approach. The awardee will be based upon publication(s) in a peer reviewed journal or publication(s) accepted for publication in a peer review journal.
Sponsored by Dr. and Mrs. Tripathy
Will be awarded in 2024.
For a fourth-year student in the college that contributes to the diversity of the college. Preference shall be given to students involved in or interested in student organizations at the university that promote the interests of people of color in society or aim to serve Black communities.
Sponsored by Dr. Stephanie Keating and Dr. Katie Kling
For a veterinary medicine student in good academic standing.
Sponsored by the Austin L. Utterback, Jr., Memorial Endowment Fund
The award is intended to be for a 4th year student who has demonstrated extraordinary commitment and exceptional proficiency in caring for emergency and critical care patients (regardless of species). Further, special consideration should be given to students who have been active and productive members of the local Chapter of SVECCS.
Sponsored by the Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society
For deserving students who have demonstrated interest in animal shelter medicine and who have completed their first year in the DVM program.
Sponsored by the Sally Sedlak Vaughan Trust
For first-year students as part of their recruitment to Illinois.
Sponsored by the College of Veterinary Medicine
Will be awarded in 2025.
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