Meeting 2:•Ag. Exec. Reps for Fall 2010:

•Emma •Alexa•Maya•Next meeting tomorrow, October 20th 7pm in ALS 400

•Sweatshirt design(right)•Will be ordered and priced by the end of the week, watch your email for updates

•Upcoming Activities•Symposium•Volunteer Opportunities with Kyle, Dr. McKenzie and Dr. Parker

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Oregon National Primate Research CenterWhen: November 6th

Where: ONRPC is a research facility that specializes in human research on primates. There are primates on the grounds and they help with research for aging, AIDS, depression, infectious diseases, substance abuse, obesity, reproductive health, and stem cells

What: We will be given a presentation about the Center, possible talk from a veterinarian, and a tour of the center with the primates.

Oregon National Primate Research CenterMeet in the back parking lot of Withycombe at

11:45am on November 6th

Please try to eat lunch before or bring a sack lunch

Photography not permitted

Dress accordingly for weather!!

Plan to be back at OSU around 6:00pm

APMVA SYMPOSIUM Where: Mississippi State University

When: March 11-13, 2011 (between

dead and finals week during Spring term)

What: Great lectures, labs, activities, and more!

Estimated cost of attendance:Flight………...$515Lodging ……..$90Registration ..$110Some meals are provided

Labs and Lectures from previous yearsSmall Mammal Handling Suture Lab

Lectures: Equine Neurology, Avian, Zoo Practice, Nutrition, Behavior, etc.

CPR

Small Animal Surgery

Volunteer? Job Shadow? Why?

Mean number of Veterinary-related experience hours at application: 3,025 (UC Davis CVM, Class of 2014)

General idea: Depth and Breadth. Have in-depth experience in several different fields before you apply. (Patrick Kamins, OSU CVM)

A professional atmosphere requires a professional attitude

These positions are open to all club members:-Treat these positions as another course.- All require a resume and cover letter.- Many require no previous experience,

others do, look for a position that will allow you to learn based on previous experience.

Safe Haven Humane SocietyThis is a non-profit

humane society that is independently funded. They have many companion animals in need of care and attention. A training session will be scheduled for Pre-Vet Club students.

33074 Hwy 34 SE Albany, OR 97321

safehavenhumane.com

(541) 928-6280

Heartland Humane Society Opportunity to

participate in a veterinary setting by medicating, giving fluids, taking blood, and general physical exams.

Assist with the intake of animals into this shelter.

It functions as the county pound giving Heartland the opportunity to spay and neuter animals on a regular basis.

398 SW Twin Oaks Cir Corvallis, OR 97333

heartlandhumane.org(541) 757-9000

Chintimini Wildlife Rehabilitation Center

This opportunity will provide students experience with wild animal rehabilitation.

You will work with wildlife veterinarians, and staff to educate the public and care for injured and orphaned animals. There is a volunteer application form available on the website.

P.O. Box 1433Corvallis, OR

97339chintiminiwildlife.

org (541) 745-5324

Brad’s Reptile WorldVolunteers will have the

opportunity to work with reptiles of all types and learn the care that is required to keep these animals healthy.

Educating the public is a large part of the mission here, volunteers will learn to present key futures about reptiles and their environment.

bradsworldreptiles.com(541) 205-9661

Willamette Veterinary Clinic

650 SW 3rd StCorvallis, OR 97330

wvcvets.com(541) 753-2223

This is a multiple doctor, small animal and 24 hour emergency clinic offering short term ‘externships’ for pre-vet students.

One student each week can establish a schedule with the hospital and work in their desired area of the hospital.

Alpine Animal Hospital

5120 NW Highland Dr Corvallis, OR 97330 (541) 752-7747

With multiple doctors this small and large animal practice stays busy and is very willing to answer questions.

Available to have job shadows, and volunteers that are willing to work.

East Gate Veterinary Clinic

33888 Peoria Road Corvallis, OR 97333 541 752-3786 eastgate@corvallisvet.com

Opportunities to volunteer and job shadow once a week. This clinic offers care to small animals and occasionally exotic pets.

OSU College of Veterinarian Medicine

Dr. Jill Parker and Dr. Erica Mc Kenzie

Opportunities to job shadow doctors at the Large Animal Hospital.

Members interested must have some prior equine experience, health insurance, and flexibility to commit to 6 hours/week.

Questions?

If there are any clinics you would like to find a volunteer position at please contact me and I will help you with the process.

If you have questions about resume or cover letter content please contact me to get help.

Sign up sheets are up front, please sign up for positions you are interested in for this term.

Through out the term volunteer positions will be offered. Contact me for updates.