Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges

The Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) is a non-profit organization that represents the global academic veterinary medical community. The AAVMC provides leadership for and promotes excellence in academic veterinary medicine to prepare the veterinary workforce with the scientific knowledge and skills required to meet societal needs.

History[edit | edit source]

The AAVMC was established in 1966 to address the needs of the veterinary medical education community. Since its inception, the organization has grown to include veterinary medical colleges, departments of veterinary science, departments of comparative medicine, and other institutions that offer advanced degrees in veterinary medicine.

Mission[edit | edit source]

The mission of the AAVMC is to improve animal and human health by providing leadership in academic veterinary medicine. The organization aims to advance veterinary medical education, promote research, and foster public awareness of the importance of veterinary medicine.

Membership[edit | edit source]

The AAVMC's membership includes accredited veterinary medical colleges in the United States, Canada, and internationally. Members also include departments of veterinary science, departments of comparative medicine, and other institutions that offer advanced degrees in veterinary medicine.

Programs and Initiatives[edit | edit source]

The AAVMC supports a variety of programs and initiatives designed to advance veterinary medical education and research. These include:

Veterinary Medical College Application Service (VMCAS)[edit | edit source]

The Veterinary Medical College Application Service (VMCAS) is a centralized application service for students applying to veterinary medical colleges. VMCAS streamlines the application process by allowing students to apply to multiple colleges with a single application.

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives[edit | edit source]

The AAVMC is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within the veterinary medical profession. The organization supports initiatives aimed at increasing the representation of underrepresented groups in veterinary medicine.

Veterinary Leadership Conference[edit | edit source]

The Veterinary Leadership Conference is an annual event hosted by the AAVMC that brings together leaders in veterinary medicine to discuss current issues and trends in the field. The conference provides a platform for networking, professional development, and the exchange of ideas.

Research and Development Programs[edit | edit source]

The AAVMC supports research and development programs that advance veterinary medical education and practice. These programs focus on areas such as animal health, public health, and biomedical research.

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