Student Chapter of the FelineVMA Program
The FelineVMA is excited to support all veterinary students with the Student Chapter of the FelineVMA (SCFelineVMA) Program. All veterinary and veterinary technician schools and universities are eligible to form a Student Chapter of the FelineVMA.
Benefits of Student Membership
All students belonging to an official Student Chapter of the FelineVMA are eligible for a free FelineVMA Student Membership that will be valid until graduation. As a Student Member of the FelineVMA, you have access to valuable benefits, such as:
You will be able to apply for:
- Student Chapter Outstanding Senior Awards.
- FelineVMA Student Scholarships throughout the year.
- The FelineVMA Board Student Representative position.
- Conference Volunteer Opportunities (we can’t wait to meet you in person!).
Enjoy a discount on registration for the FelineVMA’s Spring into Feline Medicine eConference and our Annual Conference.
What better way to grow your network than by connecting with other veterinarian and technician members of the FelineVMA? The FelineVMA Member Directory is your portal to finding mentors, externships, and even future jobs.
You have free access to all FelineVMA Live Webinars that include Q&A with the speakers as well as free access to the entire eLearning Center’s on-demand, RACE-approved webinars (that’s 70+ feline-specific webinars!).
Every FelineVMA Student Chapter Member is encouraged to obtain a Cat Friendly Certificate Program for free and add it to your CV! This award-winning Program is designed to build your knowledge, skills, and best in-clinic practices with feline medicine. Completing the Cat Friendly Certificate Program will allow you to:
- Build your confidence in working with cats.
- Demonstrate your personal commitment to feline health.
- Showcase your feline expertise while contributing to your professional development.
- Enhance your ability to fulfill client and patient needs.
- Offer transferable tools and knowledge. The Certificate you earn will travel with you throughout your career, differentiating you from others!
Learn about cutting edge feline medicine, investigate tough cases, and keep connected with free online access to:
- The Feline Practitioner—The FelineVMA’s official quarterly membership magazine that’s full of exciting medical articles from respected experts in their practice areas.
- Student Connection eNewsletter—Learn about news and opportunities for students like you.
Here you can find discounts on electronics, as well as travel (hotels, flights, rental cars), concerts, sports, live events; movie tickets; and more.
Plus, you will stay informed about the latest in feline medicine and wellbeing, as well as have access to the latest resources and opportunities. Additional opportunities will arise throughout the year and be shared in the Student Connection eNewsletter such as student-only webinars, free resources, and more!
How Do You Start a Student Chapter?
If your school is interested in starting an official Student Chapter of the FelineVMA, the two steps are to:
- Have the Student Chapter President (or potential officer) reach out to the FelineVMA and let us know.
- Identify a Faculty Advisor. The Faculty Advisor needs to contact the FelineVMA to register for their free FelineVMA Membership before the Chapter can be formed.
Our team will provide a Welcome Kit with useful resources for the Faculty Advisor and Student Officers to help launch and run a Student Chapter of the FelineVMA.
We can’t wait to help you achieve your educational and career goals! Please contact FelineVMA Headquarters with any questions.