Student Clubs
Student clubs provide opportunities for individuals to pursue veterinary interests and advance knowledge in specific areas of study while building community with other members.
AAEP: American Association of Equine Practitioners
Our mission is to make the equine community more accessible for all students. We are dedicated to promoting and strengthening educational opportunities within the equine industry. We strive to promote diversity and skill development within the different fields in equine medicine by offering a variety of events.
AAVMP Association of Asian Veterinary Medical Professionals
The goal of AAVMP shall be to inspire, support, and increase the voice and visibility of Asian Pacific Islander Desi Americans (APIDA) in the veterinary profession and advocate for greater general diversity in the veterinary profession. Our mission is to promote diversity and inclusion within the veterinary profession by celebrating APIDA culture and providing a platform for APIDA veterinary students to connect, have a voice, and be empowered. We also strive to be a resource for students to talk and learn about subjects surrounding diversity and inclusion that are not always addressed in everyday life.
ACVP: Student Chapter of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists
The student chapter of the american college of veterinary pathologists at the university of arizona is dedicated to furthering the understanding and enthusiasm for pathology in veterinary students. The club is also largely oriented towards helping students learn and grow through practical experience.
Animal Behavior Club
The Animal Behavior Club strives to educate students about animal behavior across several species to help create a safer environment for themselves and the animals in their care, assisted by Fear-Free protocols and science-backed approaches.
Christian Veterinary Club
Christian Veterinary Club is a student group that provides a meeting space for Christian students within the University of Arizona's College of Veterinary Medicine and provides local service opportunities. Our mission is to love God, love people, and impact the world by living out the calling of Jesus Christ.
Food Animal Club
The Food Animal Club strives to advance veterinary student and community knowledge in the health and welfare of production animals, including conservation of those facing extinction, and challenges within the industry. Members will serve as advocates for food safety, security, and sustainability within the food animal industries. This will be accomplished through informative lectures led by industry leaders, hands-on opportunities to further education and community outreach.
ISMC: Integrative Sports Medicine Club
Student chapter of the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association (AHVMA). The ISMC is devoted to promoting the welfare of animals through public awareness of the practice and benefits of working with certified specialists in veterinary sports medicine and rehabilitation. As members of the Integrative Sports Medicine Club, we are committed to improving the quality of life of animals through employing proven beneficial modalities within integrative medicine, including, but not limited to, physical rehabilitation, acupuncture, chiropractic, and massage.
Latinx Veterinary Medical Association (LVMA)
The UAZ student chapter of the Latinx Veterinary Medical Association exists to empower Latinx/Hispanic students and professionals in veterinary medicine and support aspiring Latinx/Hispanic veterinarians to better serve client demographics or “the next generation of Latinx/Hispanic veterinarians."
Mental Health and Wellness Club
The Mental Health and Wellness Club aims to educate and empower students to live balanced and healthy lives. We strive to create a culture of wellness that supports students as they explore and define their individual pathways to mental health and wellness.
One Health Club
The mission of UAOHC is to embody a student group that facilitates interdisciplinary collaboration to improve animal, human, and environmental health through education, service, and community engagement.
Pride Cats
Pride Cats is an LGBTQIA+ student organization. Our mission is to work towards a more accepting environment for all people, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression, within the field of veterinary medicine. We are dedicated to promoting diversity and strengthening inclusivity through education, support, and leadership. We believe Pride Cats can and will be the advocates for the continuous growth of future generations of veterinarians.
SAVMA
SAVMA's mission is to support, empower, and inspire all veterinary students to improve their lives, education, and career and secure a better future for our profession through collaboration with our parent organization, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). SAVMA provides funding for university-registered veterinary school clubs, student travel associated with educational endeavors, and student scholarships. In addition, SAVMA membership benefits include discounted subscriptions to medical journals, scholarship and externships opportunities, professional development funds (PDF) for travel to conferences, and free AVMA membership for six months after graduation.
Shelter Medicine Club
The Shelter Medicine Club (SMC) is a student-run club that is devoted to promoting students with an interest in shelter medicine. The goal of the SMC is for students to gain experience in a shelter setting while exposing them to community outreach. Our intent is to further the impact of shelter medicine in our community and future communities while serving animals and people alike.
Small Animal Internal Medicine Club
Small Animal Internal Medicine Club is a student-run and faculty-advised club that focuses on igniting student interest in internal medicine practices and their application within the specialty and the larger veterinary body of careers. We concentrate on sub-specialties such as oncology, endocrinology, neurology, cardiology, and education opportunities, including wet labs and guest lecturers.
SNABV (Student National Association for Black Veterinarians)
The purpose of SNABV UA Chapter shall be to create a space where African American Students and allies can become the future leaders of veterinary medicine through professional development, community engagement, and promoting diversity.
Street Medicine Club
Street Medicine Club is a student group that aims to advocate for the homeless/un-housed, low-income, and underserved communities and their pets by fundraising for supplies, providing healthcare under the supervision of a veterinarian, learning from veterinary professionals about the field, and listening/learning from individuals advocating for un-housed individuals about what the community needs and how to better serve them.
SSVS: Student Society of Veterinary Surgery
The Student Society of Veterinary Surgery has a mission: to ENABLE classmates to realize their dreams of becoming veterinary surgeons. To SUPPORT fellow members that share a passion for surgery and veterinary medicine. To DEFINE our society as a place where all can thrive and recognize their value in an ever-changing, inclusive community. To INSPIRE veterinary students and future veterinarians on the path to their specialties.
SVECCS: Student Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Society
The Student Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society is a club for students who are interested in pursuing emergency and critical care medicine. The club provides both learning and hands-on opportunities in ECC and is in the midst of assembling an Emergency Response Team to aid in disaster relief in the future.
Veterinary Business Management Association (VBMA)
The Veterinary Business Management Association is a student-driven organization dedicated to advancing the profession by increasing business knowledge, creating networking opportunities, and empowering students to achieve personal and professional goals.
V.O.I.C.E (Veterinarians as One Inclusive Community for Empowerment)
To increase awareness, respect, and sensitivity to differences among all individuals and communities in the field of veterinary medicine. To celebrate diversity within the profession of veterinary medicine. To promote the importance of cross-cultural awareness in veterinary medicine in order to meet the needs of our diversifying clientele. To promote the veterinary profession, provide leadership and mentorship to any youth, particularly underrepresented youth, interested in careers in veterinary medicine.
ZEWAC: Zoo, Exotics, Wildlife & Aquatic Club
ZEWAC is a club for students interested in expanding their knowledge about zoo, exotic, wildlife, and aquatic species medicine. The club features opportunities to shadow at Reid Park Zoo, handle exotic animals, listen to a wide variety of experienced veterinarians in this field, and more!
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