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Interested in Veterinary Medicine?
Check out the American Veterinary Medical Association website to learn more about the profession. Follow this link to the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine page for prospective students. Here you will find information about the application process, prerequisite courses, and how to schedule a visit. Part of the application will be your GRE score - here is the link to information about the GRE. Plan your academic, career development and and co-curricular activities to be a successful candidate for veterinary school or find another career working with animals. Download the Biology Major Pre-Vet checklist and the St. Catherine Experience guide for Pre-Vet students (to the left). |
Meet some Katies:
Dr. Signe Wass '97After graduation from St. Catherine with a B. A. in biology, I continued my education at the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine earning my Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in 2001. I am currently a small animal doctor at Countryside Animal Hospital in Dundas Minnesota working with primarily cats and dogs. In general practice, my responsibilities include internal medicine, dentistry and surgery. My coursework at St. Catherine’s helped prepare me for a career in veterinary medicine by providing a well -rounded rigorous scientific instruction in a supportive culture. I graduated with the skills to be successful in any of my life endeavors.
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Alaina Nietz '10I attended St. George’s University for my first 3 years of vet school, and am completing my degree at the University of Minnesota. My job right now entails rotating and spending a few weeks seeing patients in each specialty department at the small animal and large animal hospitals. While in school, I have spent time working as a veterinary technician at local animal hospitals, gaining hands on experience. I also volunteer with many animal organizations, allowing me to work with animals ranging from cats to birds to sea turtles. My plans following this year are to specialize in veterinary dermatology by completing an internship and residency.
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Julia Zyla '17As a field assistant for Project Biodiversity, a non-profit organization dedicated to the protection of wildlife on the island of Sal, Cabo Verde, I am spending June-October patrolling the island’s beaches to monitor loggerhead turtle nesting activity. The Sal loggerhead population is currently listed as endangered and our presence on the beaches deters poachers who hunt the nesting females for their meat. The Project also works with local businesses and tourists to encourage community involvement and raise awareness for turtle conservation. We record all turtle activity, including tracks and nests, relocate nests that face threats to safer locations in situ or into one of our established hatcheries, and participate in educational outreach in the community. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates interested in a career in conservation biology or interested in working with wildlife. More information about the Project can be found at: https://www.projectbiodiversity.org/
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Consider an Animal Related Internship/Research Experience:
Enrichment Intern at Como Zoo
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Undergraduate Research Intern
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Intern at the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
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What about other careers with animals?
Veterinary Medicine is not the only option.
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Masters Degree in Animal Science or Public Health
Masters Degree or PhD in Conservation Biology, Animal Behavior, Behavioral Ecology Naturalist Wildlife Rehabilitation Sustainability/Organic Farming Zoo Keeper, Enrichment Specialist Veterinary Assistant or Technician Animal Care Specialist |