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MVEF & Scholarship InformationThe Maine Veterinary Education Foundation (MVEF) is a private foundation that awards scholarships to Maine students that have completed at least one year of veterinary or veterinary technology programs. The 2024 veterinary scholarship application is now open. Submissions can be submitted online and the application will close on May 31st June 15th. Funds will be sent directly to the veterinary college to offset tuition charges. Application requirements include a completed application form, official transcript from the veterinary school, and a one page letter describing your ties to Maine, your special interests in veterinary medicine, and your future plans. The 2024 veterinary technician application is now open. Submissions can be made online and the application will close May 31st June 15th. Application requirements include a completed application form, transcripts from the veterinary technician program and a one page letter describing your ties to Maine and special interests in veterinary medicine. Dr. Anne Del Borgo Animal Welfare Scholarship Fund: This fund provides financial support for veterinary students and veterinary technician students who have a demonstrated interest in animal welfare and reside in, or plan to reside in, Maine. This fund was started in memory of Dr. Anne Del Borgo, who chaired Maine's Animal Welfare Advisory Council and was a leader on animal welfare issues in the state. It is funded both through the Maine Veterinary Education Foundation as well as through direct gifts from MVMA members. Both veterinary and veterinary technician students are encouraged to apply. Anyone interested in making a donation to this fund may do so here. Applicants can apply for the Dr. Anne Del Borgo Animal Welfare Scholarship using the appropriate veterinary or technician application above. Congratulations to our 2024 Scholarship Winners! Emily Hussey
Hannah Inman
Sarah Jama
Charles Libby
Sydney Page
Shannon Massey - Recipient of the Dr. Anne Del Borgo Animal Welfare Scholarship Fund
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BIO: I grew up in Old Town, Maine. I then went on to achieve my bachelor's in animal science at the University of Rhode Island. I am a current fourth year veterinary student at Atlantic Veterinary College in Prince Edward Island, Canada. I love all aspects of the veterinary field; however, I have a strong passion for small animal emergency medicine. In my free time I enjoy yoga, CrossFit, paddleboarding, going to the beach, and spending time with family.
BIO: Hannah is a fourth-year veterinary student at the Atlantic Veterinary College. She has a passion for small animal general practice and is looking forward to returning home to Maine after graduation to pursue a career in small animal medicine.
BIO: I am currently in my second year of Veterinary Medicine at NC State and couldn’t be more excited about this adventure I have started. I look forward to returning to Maine upon graduation to provide quality care for pets and their owners. I am considering specializing in emergency medicine at the moment, but we’ll see what the future holds.
BIO: I was born in Hancock, ME, then attended school at Husson University. I'm now beginning my final year of school at Tufts, and am looking forward to returning to Maine as soon as I graduate to practice small animal medicine. This scholarship will be an enormous help to making it through this year of clinical rotations.
BIO: My name is Sydney Page and I am a current 4th year student at Oregon State. I currently live with my husband, 2 cats, tripod Pitty and snake. I love hiking and being outside, along with exploring local restaurants and wineries. I am looking to pursue a career in emergency medicine post-graduation.
BIO: I earned my Bachelors in Zoology from the University of Maine and am currently a second-year student in the Veterinary Technician program at YCCC. I'm very passionate about exotic and wildlife medicine and am always looking for the next opportunity to learn! I'm so honored to receive this scholarship to continue my education.
BIO: Shannon is a resident of Belgrade, ME and is studying at Michigan State University. She is a long-term employee of the Community Spay-Neuter Clinic and is actively involved in animal welfare organizations in both Michigan and Maine. At MSU she is the President of both Feline Club and Shelter Medicine Club and on the board of both the Behavior Club and the Veterinary Well-Being Initiative. Her passions are community medicine, feline medicine, and hospice/palliative care. In her free time Shannon enjoys hiking around the state, lounging at the lake, and reading a good book while cuddling with her cats.