Sponsor: The American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS)
Criteria: For both large and small animal academic and clinical proficiency in surgery and aptitude and interest in surgery.
Olivia Sullo
Olivia is a fourth-year student from Mt. Prospect, Illinois. She is interested in small animal surgery and will be completing a rotating internship at Veterinary Specialty Center in Bannockburn, Illinois, after graduation.
Makaela Hedberg
Makaela is a fourth-year student from McPherson, Kansas. She is interested in equine medicine and hopes to pursue a residency in equine surgery. After graduation, she will be completing a rotating internship at Oakridge Equine in Edmond, Oklahoma, while finishing her master's degree in veterinary biomedical sciences.