Sponsor: The Chicago Veterinary Medical Association
Criteria: Demonstrated achievement in small animal medicine and surgery. Student must be in good academic standing, demonstrates the need for financial assistance, continuous membership in SCAVMA & CVMA, preference to students focusing on small animal practice.
Paulina Aboytes
Paulina is a second-year veterinary student from Carpentersville, Illinois. She is interested in mixed animal practice and wishes to participate in mentorship for first-generation college students. Paulina is an active board member of two DEI clubs and the feline practitioners club. During breaks, she expands her clinical thinking skills through job or shadowing opportunities at local clinics.