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2 Table of Contents Welcome...3 About Vet Med...4 Emergency Contacts...5 General Information...6 Schedule of Events...7 Transportation Lab Schedule...10 Lab Descriptions Lecture Schedule Lecture Descriptions Notes...19 Maps Notes...22 Thank you...23 Sponsors

3 Welcome Welcome to Ames and Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine! We are extremely grateful for the opportunity to host the 2014 APVMA Symposium and hope you enjoy your experience. Our planning committee has worked very hard to bring you the best symposium, and we are very proud to have worked with so many great people to make this possible. We encourage you to take advantage of the resources offered throughout the symposium, including talking with the different representatives in the Sponsor Hallway and with the veterinarians you meet in your labs and lectures. The annual Pre-Vet Olympics will be held Friday night, and we promise it will be a LOT of fun! This is a great way to get to know students from other schools and to develop closer relationships with your fellow students. On Saturday, you will hear speakers and demonstrators that excel in their fields of study. We are fortunate to have a wide array of topics that will be presented. The unique offering of two labs for each student attendee is something we strived for, and hope this extra hands-on experience is something all attendees will find memorable. Saturday evening there will be a dance, which will be a great way to network one more time before you head home. We are happy you decided to come visit Ames, Iowa! A variety of exciting and interesting laboratories and lectures have been prepared for your enjoyment and learning. We have a lot of fun things planned, and hope you enjoy all we have in store for you! Thank you all for this wonderful opportunity. We hope you enjoy your adventure at Iowa State! Sincerely, Iowa State University s APVMA Symposium Co-Chairs Kesley Aarsvold Miranda Buseman Kimberly Strait We would also like to extend our welcome to all those attending Iowa State University s 2014 National Pre-vet Symposium. We would like to thank all those whose tireless efforts have gone into the planning and preparation of this extraordinary event. We wish you a great stay and wonderful learning experience. Sincerely, Iowa State University s Pre-Vet Club Advisors: Dr. Eric Rowe Dr. Joan Howard Dr. Matthew Ellinwood 3

4 Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine The Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine is a great place to be whether you are a student, a client looking for outstanding veterinary diagnostic and medical services, or a faculty or staff member, clinician, or industry representative looking for a partnering opportunity. We take pride in our heritage and in the advances we are making today that will guarantee an even more exciting future as we continue to be a dynamic contributor to our profession and society. Our college was founded in 1879 as the first public veterinary school in the United States. Since then, our graduates, faculty and staff have established a strong tradition of leadership in teaching, learning, research, and service in veterinary medicine. Our graduates continue to excel as leaders in all facets of the profession in all parts of the world. Here are just a few of the things that make the college an exciting place: The State of Iowa and Iowa State University value veterinary medicine highly and since 2006 they have invested more than $105 million in expanding and renovating the Dr. W. Eugene and Linda Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center and renovating classrooms and laboratories, making the college an outstanding environment in which to teach, learn, practice veterinary medicine, and perform cutting-edge research. An aggressive assessment program allows us to continuously improve the quality of our education and service, and ensure that we exceed your expectations. We are fully accredited by the AVMA Council On Education. Our veterinary diagnostic services and laboratory protect animal and human health by providing effective diagnostic testing to tens of thousands of clients each year. From circovirus in hogs to HIV, Parkinson s disease, stroke, E. coli, HIV and prion diseases in people, our researchers are having a global impact as they contribute to animal and human health, food safety; and discovery, prevention and treatment of emerging and re-emerging diseases. We are growing our clinical expertise and resources in key areas, including neurology, surgery and ophthalmology. Research expenditures have grown 38 percent in the last four years and the college was cited as being the number one high-impact institution for research citations in veterinary medicine. Comprehensive programs are helping to answer the national need for veterinarians, particularly in food animal medicine, with unique, hands-on student experiences such as immersive summer programs in swine, dairy, beef cattle, and research, and small animal medicine. 4

5 Contact and Emergency Information Conference Information and Non-Emergency Assistance Conference Information Desk: Friday 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM Saturday 6:00 AM - 1:00 AM Emergency Contact Information For Emergencies: Call 911 Iowa State University Police: Ames Police Department: Mary Greeley Medical Center (off campus): Hotel Information Hampton Inn: Holiday Inn Express: Quality Inn & Suites:

6 General Information Following are a few details that may be helpful for you throughout the conference: Nametags must be worn at all times! They are your ticket for the events and meals, so please be sure to keep your name badge on display! Keep all personal items with you at all times. The symposium is not responsible for lost or misplaced items. Sale Items available: There will be items for sale from the APVMA organization (ie. scrubs, water bottles, pins, etc.) on Saturday. Food will be provided Friday night, Saturday all day, and Sunday breakfast will be available at the hotels. Dress Code: Friday night: Casual. Wear your Pre-Vet Club t-shirt if you have one! Saturday: Comfortable. Wear what you want, but probably something you don t mind getting a little dirty depending on what labs you chose to attend! Also, don t forget to wear close-toed shoes for ALL labs! Saturday night: Business formal. Put on your best slacks and ties boys and your best dresses girls, because we are going all out! This night is meant to be special and dressy, but wear whatever is comfortable for you! (Also, girls do not have to wear dresses! You re free to wear slacks, skirts, etc. if you d like!) Wireless Access on Campus: Free wireless Internet access is available to you across campus. This service allows campus visitors access to the Internet during their event to browse the Web and check . To set up access follow these steps on your phone, tablet or laptop: 1) Open a web browser. 2) Enter netreg.iastate.edu into the address bar and press Enter if the ISU NetReg page does not automatically appear. 3) Select APVMA Symposium, and click Register Here. 4) Enter your local contact information and select Next. 5) Read the terms and select I Agree. 6) Reboot your computer when instructed to do so (approximately a oneminute wait) to complete your registration process. Questions regarding registration for guest access may be directed to the IT Services Solution Center at For internet access in your hotel, check with the front desk at each property. Take Advantage! On Saturday, spend time in the sponsor hallway talking with the U.S. and international veterinary schools and other businesses in the veterinary field. 6

7 Schedule of Events Friday, March 21st All events at Quality Inn and Suites Starlite Village 4:00 PM-7:00 PM Registration 6:00 PM Banquet Dinner 9:00 PM Pre-Vet Olympics Saturday, March 22nd 5:30 AM Hotel Breakfast Begins Quality Inn and Suites Starlite Village Holiday Inn Express Hampton Inn 6:30 AM President s Meeting Iowa State College of Veterinary Medicine - Room1226 8:00 AM-12:00 PM Labs & Lectures Iowa State College Of Veterinary Medicine (See schedule and descriptions p.10-18) 12:00 PM-1:00 PM Lunch Iowa State College of Veterinary Medicine (See schedule and descriptions p.10-18) 1:00 PM-5:00 PM Labs & Lectures Iowa State College of Veterinary Medicine (See schedule and descriptions p.10-18) 6:30 PM Banquet Dinner Quality Inn and Suites Starlite Village 9:30 PM-1:30 AM Dance Quality Inn and Suites Starlite Village 7

8 Transportation Information Friday, March 21 Evening Shuttles between Hotels Shuttles will be available to and from the Hampton Inn and Holiday Inn Express All departures will be from the main lobby 5:30 PM - Continuous shuttle starts 10:00 PM - Continuous shuttle ends Saturday, March 22 Morning Shuttle to Vet School Times are approximate and may vary. Quality Inn & Holiday Inn Express Shuttle Schedule All departures will be from the main lobby 6:00 AM - Departure *Anyone attending the President s Meeting should take this bus 6:30 AM - Departure 7:00-8:15 AM - Shuttle will continue at 15 minute intervals Hampton Inn Shuttle Schedule Shuttle will only depart at the times listed. All departures from main road, bus will not enter parking lot. 7:15 AM - First pickup at the Hampton Inn 7:45 AM - Last pickup at the Hampton Inn Daytime Shuttle to Off-Site Labs All shuttles will load and unload on the south side of Vet Med adjacent to the main parking lot (outside of the Fish Tank Lobby.) Bovine Lab (Couser Feedlots) *Must catch 7:00 AM bus from the hotel to make departure 7:30 AM - Shuttle leaves for 8:00 AM Lab 10:00 AM - Shuttle leaves for 10:00 AM Lab Production Animal Handling Lab (Kildee Hall) 8:00 AM - Shuttle leaves for Lab #1 10:00 AM - Shuttle leaves for Lab #2 8

9 Transportation Information Dairy Lab (Dairy Farm) * This shuttle will depart 15 minutes early. Be prepared to catch the 7:15 AM bus. 7:45 AM - Shuttle leaves for 8:00 AM Lab 10:00 AM - Shuttle leaves for 10:00 AM Lab Alpaca Farm Lab (C&M Acres) 12:30 PM* - Shuttle leaves for 1:00 PM Lab *This shuttle will depart 30 minutes prior to lab start. 3:00 PM - Shuttle leaves for 3:00 PM Lab Evening Shuttles to the Hotel Return Shuttles Shuttle will run at 15 minute intervals 4:30 PM - Evening shuttle rounds begin 6:00 PM - Evening shuttle rounds end Late Night Shuttle 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM - Continuous loop from the Hampton Inn, Holiday Inn Express and the Quality Inn and Suites. Sunday, March 23 Return Airport Shuttles Return airport shuttles will pick up passengers at the front door of each hotel. (Quality Inn and Suites, Holiday Inn Express and the Hampton Inn) Please check in with the Ames ambassador (in the red shirt) in the hotel lobby 15 minutes prior to your scheduled departure. Be prepared to load the shuttle at that time. Please call Allyson Walter at with any last minute travel changes. 9

10 Wet Lab Schedule Saturday, March 22 Location 8 AM- 10 AM 10 AM-12 AM 1 PM-3PM 3 PM- 5PM Lloyd 1521 Euthanasia Lloyd Glass Hallway Bovine Dystocia Bovine Dystocia Vet Med 2780 Reproduction Pathology Pathology Vet Med 2025 Suture Opthamology Small Animal Cytology Vet Med 1010 Emergency and Critical Care Small Animal Acupuncture Vet Med 1668 Swine Diagnostics Swine Diagnostics Swine Reproduction Swine Reproduction Lloyd Small Animal Rehab/Pet Animal Exotics Lloyd Glass Hallway Equine Acupuncture Equine Chiropractic Equine Chiropractic Lloyd 1283 Vet Med 2107 Equine Exam/ Endoscopy/ Ultrasound Equine Dentistry Equine Dentistry Wildlife/Fluid and Drug Administration Lloyd Glass Hallway Ruminant Gastrointestinal For Labs at other locations * Meet buses on south side of the Vet Med Building (Fish Tank Lobby) Dairy Lab - Iowa State University Dairy Farm Alpaca Lab - C&M Acres Bovine Feedlot Lab - Couser Cattle Co., Nevada, IA Production Animal Handling- Farm Bureau Livestock Pavillion 10

11 Wet Lab Descriptions Alpaca Farm C&M Acres Alpaca Farm Go to an alpaca farm to learn about modern alpaca wool production, basic animal husbandry practices, the preparations needed for an alpaca show. Go on a tour of the farm, and even giving Ivermectin shots to the alpacas. Bovine Dystocia Lloyd Glass Hallway Help determine and identify normal vs. abnormal fetal presentation during Stage II of labor of the bovine. Students will discuss as well as get hands on experience with different fetal presentations that are commonly found in dystocia cases. Bovine Feedlot Couser Cattle Co. - Nevada, IA Trip to Couser Cattle Company feed yard. Tour of the facilities and resulting discussion will cover current feed yard issues associated with outdoor pens and monoslope facilities. There will also be an injection site lesion (necropsy) demonstration to highlight the importance of Beef Quality Assurance. Dairy Farm Iowa State University Dairy Farm This session will encompass a drive through tour of the ISU dairy farm as well as focused stops and discussions regarding animal well-being and welfare assessments. There will also be a wet lab that will focus on general reproductive anatomy and function of the various structures. The second wet lab will focus on milking management and assessment of herd and individual cow milk quality issues. Emergency and Critical Care Lab Vet Med 1010 Using cadavers, students will be performing emergency and critical care techniques such as venous cutdowns, tracheotomy, thoracocentesis, abdominocentesis, and urinary catheterization. Students will be introduced to some of the common emergency procedures to help enhance their knowledge and spark interest. Euthanasia: The Kindest Act Lloyd 1521 This lecture will describe and demonstrate methods of euthanasia appropriate to livestock. In the laboratory students will be able to examine the recommended anatomical sites in livestock skulls and observe proper handling and firing of a penetrating captive bolt. Equine Acupuncture Lloyd Glass Hallway The purpose of this presentation is to briefly explain acupuncture and chiropractic care in animals. There will be a demonstration showing how to do an examination and treatment on a horse. Horses will be available for students to learn where a few acupuncture points are located. 11

12 Wet Lab Descriptions Equine Dentistry Lloyd 1283 Dental disease and routine dentistry will be discussed. Students will have the opportunity to perform dental examinations and corrective procedures on equine cadaver heads. Students will work with hand tools, power equipment, dental speculums, and diagnostic tools. Equine Examination/Endoscopy/Ultrasound Lloyd 1283 This lab will explore diagnostic techniques in equine medicine. Stations will include working through a complete physical examination, ultrasound examination of the abdomen and thorax, and endoscopic examination of the equine airway. Equine Chiropractic Lloyd Glass Hallway An interactive lab that allows students to locate specific anatomical landmarks and to motion palpate specific axial and appendicular joints. This lab is an opportunity to learn about the nervous system and how joints throughout the animal can be affected by subtle subluxations. Opthamology Vet Med 2025 Students will be able to do 2-3 surgical procedures on cadaver eyes. The remainder of time will consist of educating students on common eye diseases encountered in veterinary medicine. Two surgical videos will be shown -- a phacoemulsification and aspiration video (cataract surgery) and a deep lamellar endothelial keratoplasty (corneal surgery). Pathology Vet Med 2780 The pathology wet lab is interactive, engaging and hands-on. It will display key gross specimens from 8-10 cases for students to assess, evaluate, and generate a diagnosis and reasonable pathogenesis. Production Animal Handling Farm Bureau Livestock Handling - Kildee Hall 2130 Take this chance to practice handling production animals including sheep, pigs, and chickens. From flipping a sheep and taking a pig through an obstacle course to learning about Temple Grandin and how she has impacted the way we handle our animals. Reproduction Lab Vet Med 2780 Participating students will be introduced to different aspects of theriogenology. A brief presentation on canine semen collection, followed by semen assessment will take place. Ruminant Gastrointestinal Lloyd Glass Hallway Participants will observe and learn correct techniques for necropsy of small ruminant species. Special attention will be focused on the gastrointestinal tract of the ruminant, the reproductive tract, and cardiopulmonary system. 12

13 Wet Lab Descriptions Small Animal Acupuncture Vet Med 1010 Students will be shown acupuncture points that are commonly used on domestic animals. Acupuncture needles will be available for those students who would like to participate in acupuncture therapy. Small Animal Cytology Vet Med 2025 This laboratory will involve a review of the reproductive physiology of the bitch estrous cycle and the use of vaginal cytology to manage breedings and whelpings. The procedure for taking a vaginal cytology will be demonstrated. Small Animal Rehab/ Pet Animal Exotics Lloyd The first portion of the lab will be an introduction to rehabilitation, learning passive range of motion, various land exercises and water therapies that can be performed for rehabilitation purposes. The second portion of the lab will cover proper handling and restraint of common exotic pets for a physical examination. Suture Lab Vet Med 2025 This lab will cover basic sterile techniques, instrument manipulation, and various suture patterns. Students will have a chance to try several different and challenging suture patterns commonly used in veterinary medicine. Swine Diagnostics Lab Vet Med 1668 This swine wet lab will demonstrate techniques used by practitioners to necropsy and obtain diagnostic samples. Students will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in postmortem procedure, tissue sampling, and an anatomical review of normal and abnormal organs. There will also be discussion of relevant swine diseases and testing methods. Swine Reproduction Vet Med 1668 Learn about reproductive techniques used on commercial swine farms. Basic reproductive anatomy and physiology will be reviewed. There will also be the opportunity to practice artificial insemination and view various stages of gestation and estrus. Wildlife Lab Vet Med 2107 This lab will be an introduction to wildlife rehabilitation/medicine techniques. We will cover (with cadavers) animal handling and restraint, performing a physical exam, subcutaneous and intraosseus fluid administration, intramuscular injections, gavage feeding, and fracture immobilization. 13

14 Lecture Schedule All lectures are located in the Veterinary Medicine Building Location 8-8:45 9-9: : :45 Room 2010 Studying Chimpanzees in a Savannah Landscape Ethical Issues in the Study of Wild Chimpanzees Studying Chimpanzees in a Savannah Landscape Modern Agriculture & Pork Production Room 2226 Veterinary Toxicology Equine Hoof Equine Dental Anatomy Swine CSI Room 2532 Measuring Animal Welfare Veteerinary Toxicoogy Domestic Animal Behavior Vets Role in Livestock Abuse Room 1226 Zoonotic Disease in a Zoo setting Behavior Training in Zoos Challenges in Zoological Medicine VMCAS Lunch Lectures Dr. Mark Ackermann Comedy in Veterinary Pathology Room 1226 Dr. Jean-Pierre Sheerlink Horses for Courses- Controlling Equine Influenza in Australia Room 2226 Dr. Brendan Corcoran Studying Veterinary Medicine in the UK Room

15 Lecture Schedule Location 1-1:45 2-2:45 3-3:45 4-4:45 Room 2010 Whats best for the animal? GI Endoscopy Role of the State Veterinarian Genomics and Clinical Disease Room 2226 Lameness in Cattle Animal Welfare Swine CSI Swine CSI Room 2532 VMCAS Comparative Nutrition Comparative Nutrition Animal Research Room 1226 Wildlife Veterinarian Spinal Cord Injury in Dogs Voluntary Movement Abnomalities Spinal Cord Injuries in Dogs 15

16 Lecture Descriptions Animal Care and Well-Being: What s Best for the Animal? Aumni Room 2010 This presentation focuses on the confusion concerning the role and function of animals in our society affecting the debate about farm animal care. We will take a closer look at swine production and provide a solid case study of how science-based practices have driven the evolution of modern farm animal care. Animal Welfare, Disconnect between Societal Values and High Tech Agriculture Room 2532 Animal welfare is a complicated issue whereby misunderstanding, differing values and the unwillingness of people to change have led to a polarization similar to that we are currently experiencing in American politics. The secret to finding common ground in the animal welfare issue is acknowledgement that the use of animals for food and fiber is appropriate; but only when we accept that all life is sacred. Bats to Cats: Bridging the Gaps of Comparative Nutrition Room 2532 The objectives of this lecture will be to understand the process of diet formulation for managed exotic species in zoological institutions, and how model species are selected for nutrient requirement comparisons. Behavior Modification and Addressing Unwanted Behaviors in Domestic Animals Room 2532 Veterinarians are often asked to respond to clients with concerns about an animal s behavior, which may be addressed directly in the veterinary clinic or may be referred to animal behavior professionals. In this presentation we will explore the underpinnings of unwanted behaviors, and techniques for behavior modification. Behavior Training for Veterinary Procedures in Zoos Room 1226 This presentation will focus on the benefits and techniques used to train zoo animals to participate in their health-care in a zoological setting. Challenges in Zoological Medicine (Case Studies) Room 1226 This presentation will discuss several case studies on captive wild animals, which will highlight the challenges in dealing with medical problems in non-domestic species. Equine Hoof Room 2226 This talk will provide a basic introduction to the equine hoof capsule with a more in-depth discussion of the hoof wall. Equine Dental Anatomy Room 2226 Knowing the anatomy of equine teeth is important in understanding and managing dental problems and age estimation, which this lecture will provide a basic introduction on. This lecture is recommended to be taken in correspondence with the equine dentistry lab. 16

17 Lecture Descriptions Ethical Issues in the Study of Wild Chimpanzees Alumni Room 2010 This lecture will discuss the changes primatologists studying great apes have experienced recently, Which includes more intervention in cases of medical emergencies. Also being disucssed is the criteria we use to determine whether to intervene in the lives of wild apes and the costs and benefits of doing so, including a discussion on scientific and general ethical concerns. Evaluation of Voluntary Movement Abnormalities of Dogs and Cats Room 1226 Clinical evaluation of the animal with gait disorders and movement abnormalities will be discussed in a case-based format. Discussion will include abnormalities such as lameness, ataxia, hypermetria, and paresis. From Snakes to Swans: A Day in the Life of a Wildlife Veterinarian Room 1226 Lecture about wildlife medicine in general: an intro to the profession, how she got involved, what a typical day at the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Minnesota looks like, and review some case studies. GI Endoscopy in University Practice Alumni Room 2010 Value/utility of gastrointestinal endoscopy in the diagnosis of GI disease in dogs and cats. Genomics and Clinical Disease Alumni Room 2010 After a shaky start, the revolution has begun. With the advances in genomics and genetics, everyone thought this new medicine would solve all our problems; that genes alone could explain everything. In fact, that did not turn out to be the case, but it is the next generation of genomics technologies that are now beginning to show what might be possible. Iowa Department of Agriculture & Land Stewardship: The Role of the State Veterinarian Alumni Room 2010 It is important for pre-veterinary students to understand the roles they can be involved within protecting our food supply. Thus, this lecture will cover Iowa agriculture, production systems, the importance of agriculture in the state of Iowa, and an overview of foreign animal disease and emergency preparedness. Lameness in Cattle Room 2226 Lameness is one of the most important health problems in cattle. Our objectives for this session will be to discuss the general concepts of weight bearing in cattle and how those become important in the context of housing, environment, feeding and management conditions in cattle. Measuring Animal Welfare: Research Tools and Application to Farm Animal Care Programs Room 2532 Multi-disciplinary techniques used in the laboratory are helpful to understand an animal response to particular situations, and are especially important in interpretation of data about affective states, such as pain, fear, and contentment. 17

18 Lecture Descriptions Modern Animal Agriculture and Pork Production Alumni Room 2010 This presentation focuses on sustainability to demonstrate why farmers are using modern production practices to do more with less and protect the environment. Spinal Cord Injuries in Dogs: Case Study Room 1226 Discuss different types of injury, how they re becoming more common, treatments available, and research in treating the untreatable cases. A real-life case will be presented and will discuss the treatment and outcome. Studying Chimpanzees in a Savannah Landscape Alumni Room 2010 This lecture will discuss the Fongoli Savanna Chimpanzee Research Project, which includes why the study was initiated, what kinds of research questions are addressed in the study and how the research is conducted on the behavior and ecology of great apes. Swine CSI Room 2226 Diagnostic testing using swine as an example as a way to show what tools we have available and how the veterinarian is critical in interpreting results. The Golden Road to a Successful VMCAS Application and More! Room 2532 You will be let in on many of the secrets of submitting a successful application to veterinary school directly from the folks who run the VMCAS system along with a myriad of other tips and tricks along your golden road. Veterinarians Role in Animal Abuse Cases Room 2532 In this presentation, a case-based approach will be used to discuss animal abuse and neglect in rural communities with emphasis on livestock. Examples of community based response programs will be examined for addressing issues of animal abuse, hoarding, and neglect. Veterinary Toxicology is the CSI of Veterinary Medicine Room 2226 This lecture will discuss what a typical veterinary toxicologist does in a veterinary diagnostic laboratory. Including how a case is worked up, the diagnostic testing and instrumentation involved, the applicaiton of chemistry and how a final diagnosis is reached. You Never Know What s Around the Next Corner: Animal Research can take You Places You Never Thought You Would Go Room 2532 This talk will summarize the interrelationship between reproduction of sheep in Michigan/England and Scotland, effects of sewage sludge on reproductive health in Scotland, children with gender identity disorders in Norway, and the calming effects of classical music for dogs and possibly other projects, all from the school of veterinary medicine in Glasgow Zoonotic Disease: Public Health in a Zoo Room 1226 The focus of this presentation is the strategies that zoos take to balance the public, employee, and animal health and safety in a zoo environment. 18

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20 Iowa State University College of Vet Med Campus Enter from the west entrance, Entry B. This entrance is at the intersection of S. 16th Street and Christensen Drive. This is the main visitor entrance for Diagnostic Laboratory, Administration Offices, Alumni Room, Classrooms and Student Services. 20

21 2780 Vet Med Floor Plan 2532 SECOND FLOOR Fish Tank Lobby 2107 FIRST FLOOR Sponsor Hallway Sponsor Hallway Gentle Doctor Cafe Glass Hallway

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23 Thank You On behalf of the Iowa State University Pre-Veterinary Medicine Club and College of Veterinary Medicine, we would like to thank you for coming to Iowa and spending a weekend with us to gain more experience in the field of veterinary medicine. We hope you had a lot of fun and were able to learn something new, grow your networking list, and make some life-long friendships and connections. We are honored to have been chosen to host the 2014 National American Pre- Veterinary Medicine Association Symposium. We hope we have raised the bar and created a wonderful time for everyone! We wish everyone safe travels back to their homes. We also wish everyone the best of luck when applying to your veterinary schools and know that you can achieve anything your heart desires! (We also hope you choose Iowa State as your next adventure and come join us in our new, state-of-theart facilities and hospitals!) Sincerely, Iowa State University APVMA Symposium Planning Committee 23

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