Merck Animal Health announces it has awarded $20,000 in scholarships to two future bovine veterinarians in partnership with the Academy of Veterinary Consultants (AVC) Foundation, the charitable arm of AVC.
AVC provides continuing education to veterinarians involved in the beef cattle industry.
The scholarships recently were awarded at AVC’s summer conference in Denver. The 2024 scholarship recipients, each receiving $10,000, include:
- Dylan Bostick, a fourth-year veterinary student at Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine
- Cody Minyard, a fourth-year veterinary student at Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine
“Merck Animal Health is proud to honor these veterinary students who have chosen to seek careers in veterinary medicine,” says Justin Welsh, DVM, executive director of livestock technical services at Merck Animal Health.
“Now more than ever the industry needs these bright minds, who will bring their dedication and learnings to animal care. These exemplary students embody our commitment to cattle care as well as to our mission to advance the Science of Healthier Animals,” Welsh adds.
“We are grateful to Merck Animal Health for their partnership as we support these veterinary students who will soon be leading the veterinary profession and providing critical support to the cattle industry in North America,” says Bob Larson, DVM, executive director, AVC. “These exceptional scholarship recipients have the skills and abilities to ensure a promising future for the beef industry.”
The AVC Foundation engages in a broad range of charitable, scientific and educational activities to support and promote veterinary medicine. It supports improvements and innovations in beef cattle health, well-being, productivity and sustainability through scholarship programs that benefit the future of beef cattle veterinarians, producers and the public.
To learn more about the AVC Foundation, visit http://www.avc-beef.org/default.asp.
