Sponsored: by Mr. Randall Rushing and Dr. Patricia Rushing
Criteria: For a student that demonstrates exceptional passion for the physical rehabilitation specialty as well as compassion for the pet owners and their pets who are receiving care in the companion animal rehabilitation service. Recipients will have displayed strong drive, work ethic, leadership, and a commitment to providing exceptional care and improving the overall quality of life of rehabilitation patients.
Grace Bidlingmaier
Grace is a third-year student from Winslow, Illinois. She is interested in small animal general practice that incorporates holistic medicine techniques, such as acupuncture, chiropractic manipulation, and nutritional therapies. She plans to study these non-traditional practices at Chi University and gain certification in them.
Amanda Finn
Amanda is a first-year student from Mokena, Illinois. She is interested in mixed animal practice and reproduction medicine. She hopes to gain a few years of general practice experience before pursuing a theriogenology residency.