The University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine offers an online Master of Veterinary Science (MVS) degree in Livestock Systems Health. The MVS degree is a 32-credit-hour program designed for adult learners. The 16-week courses move at a pace conducive to online learning while giving adult learners opportunities to interact with instructors and classmates through live sessions and virtual office hours. Students should expect to spend 8-10 hours on course materials each week. Applications due October 15.
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SMEC to Hold CSSC Trainings
The Swine Medicine Education Center will hold four, two-day training sessions for the Certified Swine Sample Collector program. These trainings will be geared toward individuals with limited swine experience and will include visits to breeding and grow-finish facilities. Training takes place November 7 – 8, 2023.
CE: RACE Approved – Organic and Alternative Animal Health Course
The Center for Food Security and Public Health at Iowa State University is offering free RACE® approved continuing education – an Organic and Alternative Animal Health course.
Abstract: Antibiograms as one-health tools for antimicrobial stewardship: California’s experience with livestock antibiogram development
Abstract: Antibiograms as one-health tools for antimicrobial stewardship: Californiaâs experience with livestock antibiogram development
Students: Applicants sought for Alternate Student Delegate on AASV Board of Directors
The AASV Student Engagement Committee is accepting applications from veterinary students interested in serving as the Alternate Student Delegate on the AASV Board of Directors. This student will represent student interests and serve as a non-voting member of the AASV board. This experience will provide the student with a unique perspective of the inner workings of the AASV. The term of service is 2 years: the first year as alternate student delegate, and the second year as the student delegate.
Abstract: Estimating the impact of low temperature on African swine fever virus transmission through contaminated environments
Abstract: Estimating the impact of low temperature on African swine fever virus transmission through contaminated environments
Abstract: Bovine NK-lysin peptides exert potent antimicrobial activity against multidrug-resistant Salmonella outbreak isolates
Abstract: Bovine NK-lysin peptides exert potent antimicrobial activity against multidrug-resistant Salmonella outbreak isolates
Foreign Animal Disease: The Threat Isn’t Going Away for Pork Producers
Although there is no shortage of topics the U.S. pork industry needs to wrap its head around right now, National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) CEO Bryan Humphreys says foreign animal disease continues to be a high priority.
21st Century Animal Health Symposium
In recent decades, the world has increasingly embraced a technology-driven approach. Veterinary medicine, on the other hand, has remained a craft-based profession that relies on the expertise of individual practitioners. Although this has worked well for the industry so far, societal changes have put the profession at a crossroads. To address these changes, panelists and keynote speakers will be leading discussions about the evolving landscape of veterinary medicine and what it means for the profession. We invite you to join the conversation and be a part of this important dialogue.
Submissions Invited for AASV Industrial Partners Presentations, due September 29
AASV invites submissions for the Industrial Partners oral and poster sessions at the 55th AASV Annual Meeting in Nashville, Tennessee. This is an opportunity for commercial companies to make brief presentations of a technical, educational nature to members of the AASV.