Med:  MCATVet: GRE
Dental: DAT

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Until April 7th

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Join us for a free Kaplan MCAT test prep class. See our expert instructors in action and learn proven, effective strategies to help you ace the exam.   Meet our featured MCAT instructor, Dr. Joshua Brooks:

• Over 2,700 students taught since 2005
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• Received Ph.D. in Pharmacology from Vanderbilt University Medical School
• Founder of his own medical communications firm

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• Monday, April 1st 9:00pm ET | 6:00pm PT
• Saturday, April 6th 12:00pm ET | 9:00am PT

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DAT:

• Tuesday, April 2nd 9:30pm ET | 6:30pm PT

OAT:

• Thursday, April 4th 9:30pm ET | 6:30pm PT

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Free GRE Event Series:

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Join us for a free Kaplan test prep class for the GRE . See our expert instructors in action and learn proven, effective strategies to help you ace the exam.   Meet our featured GRE instructor, Jennifer Fletcher:

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PRE-VETS!

Note from Emily Picciotto ’09:

I was a 2009 Midd grad in Environmental Chemistry.  I’m currently in veterinary school at Tufts University, and am a co-president of the Wildlife, Aquatics, Zoo, and Exotics Club (WAZE) here on campus.  Every spring, we put together a day-long symposium with a theme that represents an issue that we as veterinary students and global citizens are facing.  I know it’s a long drive, but we would love to have some interested Middlebury students at the event.

Sincerely,

Emily
Middlebury ’09
Tufts University DVM Candidate ‘15

Ps, There are actually 6 Midd grads at Tufts right now if any students are interested in veterinary medicine and have any questions or want to visit the school.

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Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine is excited to announce the annual WAZE Spring Symposium on wildlife, exotic and aquatic animal medicine!  This year’s theme is: “The Human Impact on Wildlife and Exotics: the Good, the bad, and the Unknown.”  The Symposium will be held Saturday, April 27th, 2013 at the Grafton, MA Campus.   Through lectures and wetlabs, we will explore many different types of impacts that humans have on wildlife, aquatic, and exotic species.  The Symposium will also emphasize the role that veterinary medicine can play in improving conservation and welfare efforts.  Speaker sessions will address the following topics:

•      Domestic cat impacts on wildlife populations

•      The Ornamental Fish Industry

•      Best Practices for Pet and Rehabilitated Turtle Care

•      Large Whale Entanglement and Disentanglement

•      Wild Horses on Public Lands

•      Oil Spill Impacts on the Marine Environment

Wetlabs will provide hands-on experience with turtle treatment techniques, feather imping, and dolphin satellite tag attachment.  We hope you will join us for a fun and educational day!  Sign up now before wet labs fill up!

For more information and to register, please visit:

http://sites.tufts.edu/wazesymposium2013/

Registration for Midd students—until 4/15:  $15; after 4/15:  $20

We periodically get notices from U Penn about their VMD/PhD.  Here’s the latest:

Rabbits help lower cholesterol. Cats may lead to a breakthrough in the AIDS epidemic. And dogs have taught doctors new heart surgery techniques. Even lobsters help scientists understand Parkinson’s disease. Since the turn of the century, animal research has helped wipe out such diseases as smallpox and polio while increasing the human lifespan by 28 years. Whether it’s fighting epilepsy, finding a cure for Alzheimer’s or making progress in brain and spinal cord trauma, the link between human health and animal health is absolutely crucial.

The University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine provides an outstanding environment for the training of future veterinary scientists through our combined VMD-PhD program. It’s an excellent way for you to continue your education while impacting the future of medicine ­ for humans and all species.

Who knows what today’s research could do for future generations? Find out more by visiting www.PennVetPhD.org

Eko Tracks offers a veterinary study abroad program in South Africa specializing in wildlife veterinary science. The program includes wildlife diseases and medicine, capture and care of wild animals, breeding of rare species, wildlife rehabilitation, ecosystems and biodiversity conservation. Students assist with community work, participate in game capture, learn about elephant biology, a visit to a wildlife rehabilitation center, nature reserves and the world renowned Kruger National Park. Information about the program (itinerary, dates, prices etc.) is available on www.ekotracks.com under Study Abroad – Veterinary Field Study. Upon completion of the program, you receive 8 credits from the University of Pretoria, South Africa. This program is open to undergraduate and graduate students in veterinary science, vet technology and pre-vet, as well as veterinary scientists and practitioners.

Eko Tracks also offers study abroad programs in wildlife conservation, internships in wildlife conservation and park management, volunteer opportunities in wildlife rehabilitation, a field expedition and adventure tours in southern Africa. These are specifically designed for students, nature and outdoor lovers, adventurers and other interest groups.

Visit our website or contact us for further information.

Regards,

Werner Dörgeloh
Eko Tracks

Free GRE Event Series:  Try us for Free:  Nov 17 – 25th

Join a free Kaplan test prep class for the GRE this month. See a top-rated instructor in action and learn proven, effective strategies to help you ace the exam.   Meet featured GRE instructor, Gene Suhir:

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• Two-time recipient of the Kaplan “Teacher of the Year” Award
• Avid traveler, amateur magician, and talented guitar player

Free Kaplan classes for the GRE, featuring Gene, will be held live and online in our virtual classroom on:

• Saturday November 17th 2:00pm ET | 11:00am PT
• Tuesday November 20th 8:00pm ET | 5:00pm PT
• Sunday November 25th 4:00pm ET | 1:00pm PT

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And for the MCAT:

Preview a Kaplan MCAT Class for free. Attend this free class and learn valuable strategies and methods to raise your MCAT score. An expert MCAT teacher will provide information on the structure and scoring of the exam, strategies you can use on tough question types, and an overview of Kaplan’s MCAT course and materials.

• Preview class Saturday November 17th 3:00pm ET
• Preview class Monday November 19th 9:00pm ET
• Pre-Med seminar: Med Sch. Personal Statement Workshop Tues. November 20th 9:00pm ET—Discuss the important role your application essays play in your medical school admissions package. Develop essay topics based on your vision, goals and accomplishments; focus your theme and get expert tips on writing and editing.

Attend from anywhere.  Reserve your spot:  http://www.kaptest.com/enroll/MCAT/online/events?intcmp=MCAT:tuff_landing

We get this announcement every year from U Penn, so here’s this year’s edition:

SARS – AIDS – Ebola – Avian Influenza – Anthrax – Botulism - Plague -
West Nile Virus –Mad Cow Disease – Smallpox

Over 60% of all infectious diseases of animals can also affect humans, and incidences of new, emerging zoonotic infectious diseases are on the rise. Veterinarian-scientists, by virtue of their broad experience in multiple species and extensive training in both molecular and whole animal contexts, are uniquely qualified to address the complex problems presented in modern biomedical research.

For over 40 years, the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Veterinary Medicine has provided an outstanding environment for the training of future  veterinarian-scientists through its VMD/PhD Program. Find out more about how you can impact tomorrow ’s medicine for all species at www.PennVetPhD.org

Note:  Alexa Warburton ’09.5 has worked here and sent this notice:

 “Come join our family! We are a very special hospital that promotes traditional and preventative medicine in addition to offering Chinese Medicine plus acupuncture. Our office is located at 26 North Main Street, Marlboro, NJ. 

“Applicant must possess good communication skills as well as be compassionate, energetic and self-motivated. Our staff works as a team to make a difference in the health and well-being of our patients and clients. We are a full service hospital that prides ourselves in providing superior service to our patients and clients. We are looking for a full time, mature-minded, reliable technician. The job duties include, but are not limited to working in the kennel with our boarders, assisting the doctor during appointments, attending to hospitalized patients, lab work, dentals and surgery. Alternate weekends are required.

“Resumes may be sent via email to

Karin@marlborovillagevet.com. 

If we are interested we will call to set up an appointment for an interview. Please no phone calls.”

My current employer, Marlboro Village Veterinary Hospital located in Marlboro, NJ, is looking to hire someone to work as a veterinary technician. He or she is not required to have extensive vet tech training or skills, but must learn quickly as the business is fast-paced. I have been working at Marlboro Village Veterinary Hospital since September 2011 and have gained an immeasurable amount of skills, from intubation to dental prophylaxis scalings to client relations, etc. This job would be a great asset to any resume, and I urge Middlebury students, especially pre-veterinary students to apply.

Would you be willing to announce this to the Pre-Health Professions students to see if any soon-to-be-graduates would like to apply? If so, I have included the job posting below and if students have any questions about my experience at Marlboro Village Veterinary Hospital they are free to email me at f.alexa.warburton@gmail.com. Thank you very much for your time and help.

Cheers,

F. Alexa Warburton

Job Listing:

Work and Learn at Marlboro Village Veterinary Hospital

“Come join our family! We are a very special hospital that promotes traditional and preventative medicine in addition to offering Chinese Medicine plus acupuncture.

Applicant must possess good communication skills as well as be compassionate, energetic and self-motivated. Our staff works as a team to make a difference in the health and well-being of our patients and clients. We are a full service hospital that prides ourselves in providing superior service to our patients and clients. We are looking for a full-time, mature-minded, reliable technician. The job duties include, but are not limited to working in the kennel with our boarders, assisting the doctor during appointments, attending to hospitalized patients, lab work, dentals and surgery. Alternate weekends are required.

Resumes may be sent via email to Karin@marlborovillagevet.com. Our office is located at 26 North Main Street, Marlboro, NJ. If we are interested we will call to set up an appointment for an interview.  Please no phone calls.”

SARS – AIDS – Ebola – Avian Influenza – Anthrax – Botulism - Plague – West Nile Virus –Mad Cow Disease – Smallpox

Over 60% of all infectious diseases of animals can also affect humans, and incidences of new, emerging zoonotic infectious diseases are on the rise. Veterinarian-scientists, by virtue of their broad experience in multiple species and extensive training in both molecular and whole animal contexts, are uniquely qualified to address the complex problems presented in modern biomedical research.

For over 40 years, the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Veterinary Medicine has provided an outstanding environment for the training of future veterinarian-scientists through its VMD/PhD Program. Find out more about how you can impact tomorrow ’s medicine for all species at www.PennVetPhD.org

Eko Tracks offers several study abroad programs in veterinary science and wildlife conservation, internship in wildlife conservation and park management, volunteer opportunities in wildlife rehabilitation, a field expedition and eco tours in southern Africa. These are specifically designed for students, nature and outdoor lovers, adventurers and other interest groups.

The veterinary study abroad program in South Africa is designed for students in veterinary science, vet tech or pre-vet with a focus on wildlife veterinary science, wildlife diseases and medicine, participation in capture and care of wild animals, breeding of rare species, wildlife rehabilitation, ecosystems and biodiversity conservation. The adventure-filled wildlife conservation program in South Africa focuses on field techniques, sustainable resource utilization, ecosystem and biodiversity conservation, game reserve and resort management, and game capture operations. The above programs are offered through lectures, field work and interactions with field vets, biologists and conservationists. These programs are endorsed by the University of Pretoria (South Africa) and the International Council for Game and Wildlife Conservation.

The wildlife internship is offered in a large biosphere reserve in South Africa where you will acquire knowledge in monitoring, population surveys including lions and elephants, habitat management, biodiversity and park management.

We also offer two volunteer programs in Namibia where volunteers work at a wildlife sanctuary with African wildlife including cheetahs, wild dogs, lions, baboons etc.. The second volunteer project is on a nature reserve focusing on big cat conservation and habitat restoration.

A unique field expedition, led by a wildlife ecologist explores the landscapes, ecosystems, diversity of wildlife, conservation challenges and parks of Namibia. You will experience behind the scenes activities and discover considerably more than on a typical African safari.

Read more about these exciting educational programs (itinerary, dates, prices etc.) on our website www.ekotracks.com .