VetCat Graduation Stories: Morgan Beckham
Celebrating our VetCat Journeys: Where They Are Going
Graduation is right around the corner for Doctor of Veterinary Medicine students at The University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine. After three years of hard work, new connections, and many indispensable learning opportunities, students are ready to celebrate their success on Thursday, August 24.
Morgan Beckham, a Class of 2023 graduate, is ready to take on the world of emergency medicine. After graduation, she will be working in an emergency hospital where she completed a clinical rotation in Dallas, Texas. Clinical rotations are valuable opportunities for students to meet their profession face-to-face and make beneficial connections with others in their career field. While students work hard and sharpen vital skills, they also learn how to work effectively in clinic settings and become effective team members.
Growth and Mentorship
We asked Morgan to share more about her graduation journey and decision to accept her job offer in Dallas. She highlighted the fantastic experiences she had during her clinical rotation.
Where will you be working and what will your role be?
MB: Animal Emergency Hospital of North Texas [as an] Emergency Veterinarian.
How did your experiences at this clinic contribute to your decision to work here?
MB: I completed a clinical year rotation here and was amazed by the standard of care, compassion and mentorship that was shown to everyone. I was immediately welcomed to the team and encouraged by everyone to try new things and push my knowledge to grow into a better practitioner. I learned so much as an Extern I can’t wait to see how far I can go as a doctor.
Advice for Future Students
After three years of veterinary school, Morgan has some advice based on her experiences. She learned the importance of keeping an open mind and embracing a spirit of discovery.
What advice would you give a first-year student entering this program?
MB: My biggest piece of advice is to give everything a shot. I was always scared of emergency medicine and was sure I would not go into it after graduation. I wanted a well-rounded clinical year experience so decided to give it a shot and immediately fell in love. I think it’s important to allow yourself to experience different things even if you know you won’t do them long term to make yourself a well-rounded doctor.