2022 Suture Lab with Ross University
November 23, 2022 — WHERE: OVC LLC 1713 WHEN: Nov 23, 6-8pm Those who have registered will be sent a confirmation email.
Events
FVC Event Cancellation Policy: The Future Vets Club hosts a variety of popular events, and as such, we ask that you please cancel at least 48 hours before the event. This will allow us to offer your spot to the next person on the waitlist. You may send an email to fvc@uoguelph.ca to inform us of your cancellation.
For events that require payment, refunds will only be offered if the cancellation deadline is met. If you do not cancel with at least 48 hours' notice, you will lose the payment made to secure your spot at the event. Please note, this cancellation policy also applies to events that do not require a deposit.
No events scheduled at this time
Past Events
Social Stressbuster: Pot Painting
November 16, 2022 — WHEN: Nov 16th, 5pm-6pm WHERE: SSC 2315 Come on out for a fun time to paint flower pots with fellow Future Vet friends! This event is completely free and all supplies will be provided! Hope to see you there!
Casper/Interview Achievers Talk
October 3, 2022 — WHERE: UC 441 or Microsoft teams WHEN: Monday Oct 3rd @6pm Link for those attending virtually 👉🏻 http://tinyurl.com/AchieverTalk2022Please RSVP on gryphlife to attend in person, there is a strict limit of people allowed. Attendance list will be checked upon arrival!Join us to listen to the highest achieving OVC interview and CASper students talk about the interview process and writing the...
Arboretum Walk
October 1, 2022 — Where: Entrance to the Arboretum off of East Ring Road When: Saturday, October 1st @ 4:00pm Hey FVC! Feeling like the stresses of upcoming midterm season getting to you? Come join us on a social walk through the arboretum! We want to help support your mental health at such a busy time, so give yourself a well-deserved break and come...
Toronto Zoo Trip
October 23, 2022 — WHERE: Toronto Zoo WHEN: October 23rd, 2022 Join the Future Vets Club on a field trip to the Toronto Zoo, to learn about veterinary medicine for exotic animals and to see what life is like for a Zoo Vet. Learn about exotic animal husbandry and the behind-the-scenes at the Toronto Zoo. Sign up with this form: https://forms.gle/tJVr86oN52EFb6pb6 Fee is $35 for...
Fall General Meeting
September 21, 2022 — WHEN: Wednesday September 21st, 6pm-7pm WHERE: OVC, LLC Building, Room 1714 Join us for our 2022 Fall General Meeting! Come for a tour of the Ontario Veterinary College and learn all there is to know about becoming a member of the Future Vets Club. This is an important meeting to attend to learn how to officially join as a member...
Meet & Greet (& Eat!)
September 20, 2022 — WHEN: Tuesday September 20th, 6pm-8pm WHERE: Bullring Patio Enjoy a FREE DINNER and make friends who share interests and goals! Great way to spend the evening having fun and meeting new people!
CSA Club Days
September 15, 2022 — WHEN: September 15th-16th, 10am - 4pm WHERE: University Centre Come visit the FVC as we will be featured at the CSA Club Days 2022!
Trivia/Jeopardy
September 15, 2022 — WHEN: Thursday September 15th, 7:00-8:00pm WHERE: Summerlee Science Complex Atrium Have a good laugh, learn some fun & interesting facts, hang out with other future vets, and win prizes!
OVC Admissions Debrief with Elizabeth Lowenger
September 14, 2022 — WHEN: September 14th, 2022; 6:00-7:30pm WHERE: Online via Microsoft Teams. Hear directly from the OVC's Manager of Student Affairs, Elizabeth Lowenger, and get the most-update information on the OVC's current DVM admissions process. A great opportunity to learn about applying to the OVC and ask questions. teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_YTk2MDJiZjItNGE3NC00ZmE3LWI0ZmYtODZkZTY5ZDEzZGY1%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22be62a12b-2cad-49a1-a5fa-85f4f3156a7d%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%223b00dbed-1755-4a10-bff7-249b808f1c6f%22%7d
Subs and Clubs 2022
September 6, 2022 — WHERE: Johnston Green WHEN: Tuesday September 6th, 12:15 - 1:15 pm The Future Vets Club will be present at the O-Week Subs & Clubs event! Come out to meet fellow future vets, learn more about the club and our upcoming events, and get free subs and FVC merchandise!
Mock Interviews 2022
April 28, 2022 — Hey Future Vets! Prepare for admissions interviews with our Mock Interviews! Mock Interview Dates: Thursday May 12th: 6:30-8:30pm Saturday May 14th: 10am-12pm and 1pm-4pm Sunday May 15th: 10am-12pm and 1pm-4pm Registration opens Monday May 2nd at 8am. Submissions recieved before then will be placed at the bottom of the list. Register using this form! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd5kOYSZHzkXaXQ0GnpAjl_YYJo_H-Cbu7Jei_pQOS-BaLteQ/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0
Winter General Meeting 2022
January 24, 2022 — When: January 31st Join us on January 31st for our Winter General Meeting! Here we will discuss our upcoming events, membership, the CPVMA, and much more! If you are interested in learning more about FVC, we highly recommend you come to this event! This event will be held on Microsoft Teams. We hope to see you there! Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3aA1rwl-D7z8lBus0fODV9CKqIDh_AwtpbIJ9Cdiu3bM41%40thread.tacv2/1643063353395?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22be62a12b-2cad-49a1-a5fa-85f4f3156a7d%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%222d2528e7-596c-465d-a480-8b55e5359d4c%22%7d
Hybrid Program Representative Meetings 2021
November 30, 2021 — When: November 30th @ 7:00 - 8:00 pm Where: Online or ECLA Room 1720 Join us for our first program representative meetings of the year! This event will take place as a hybrid meeting, with both in-person and online options! Program representative meetings are a great way to meet people within your program, and to get advice on courses,...
Walk Through the Arboretum for SHINE Week
November 20, 2021 — When: November 20th @ 2:00-3:00 pm Hey FVC! Feeling like the stresses of midterm season and upcoming finals are getting to you? Come join us on a social walk through the arboretum! We want to help support your mental health at such a busy time, so give yourself a well-deserved break and come hang out with us on our walk...
Suture Lab with Ross University
November 18, 2021 — When: November 18th @ 7:00-8:00 pm Join FVC on TBD in-person to try your hand at suturing during our Ross University Suture Lab! This workshop will be led by representatives and alumni from Ross University who will walk you through different suture knots and techniques on provided practice suture kits. You will have the opportunity to ask the instructors questions...
Pen Pal Social 2021
October 14, 2021 — When: Thursday October 14th Where: Johnston Green Join FVC on Thursday October 14th at our Pen Pal Social where you will have the chance to write a letter to pre-vet students across North America! At the end of the event, we’ll collect all completed letters and mail them off to the University of Illinois to be shared with pre-vet students...
VCA Volunteering Information Session 2021
March 31, 2021 — Hey FVC! We know everyone is feeling the pressure to get veterinary opportunities this summer, so the Future Vets Club has partnered with the Veterinary Centers of America (VCA) to discuss best practices for landing positions at clinics/hospitals. This presentation will be happening Wednesday, March 31st at 7:00pm EST. If you have a specific question that you would like answered,...
College Royal Talk 2021
March 20, 2021 — Hey FVC! As you all are probably aware, College Royal is happening virtually this weekend! Visit https://www.collegeroyalsociety.com/ to learn more about what will be included in their open house - this weekend will consist of both live and pre-recorded events, including: CR classics likes Old Mac's New Farm, lovely Livestock Shows, the family-favourite Dog Show, purr-fect Cat Show, and annual Art Show!...
Program Representative Meeting #3 2021
March 24, 2021 — Hey FVC! Our third program representative meeting is taking place on Wednesday, March 24th at 7:00 pm EST! Our new reps are here for Animal Biology, Bio-Medical Science, Zoology, Biological Science, and Molecular Biology and Genetics! Visit our webpage, https://www.futurevetsclub.com/2020-2021-executive, and scroll down to learn more about who they are and their interests! In separate breakout rooms, you will be able...
Alternative Paths to Vet School Livestream 2021
March 16, 2021 — Hey FVC! A common misconception held by undergraduate students looking to go to veterinary school is that you must get into vet school right out of your undergraduate degree. To help debunk this myth, FVC is hosting a livestream event with current DVM students that all pursued unique paths before applying to vet school. During the livestream, vet students...
APVMA Symposium 2021
March 12, 2021 — Hey FVC!If you're a member and haven't checked your email yet, read below!The American Pre-Veterinary Medical Association (APVMA) Symposium is an annual multi-day event that brings together prospective veterinary students from all over the US and Canada. Due to COVID-19, the National Symposium this year will be held virtually and hosted by the pre-vet club at Michigan State University....
Fear Free Handling 2021
March 15, 2021 — Hey FVC! Fear free handling is designed to help reduce the anxiety and stress that pets often feel when being handled at the veterinary clinic. On March 14th, FVC will be hosting an event with special guest Dr. Bunkenburg who is going to discuss all things fear free! If you are interested in learning more about why fear free handling...
Ripley's 2021
February 18, 2021 — UPDATE: Link to join: https://bit.ly/3qpVegg Hey FVC! We are going to be virtually visiting Ripley's this year! This free event over Zoom, on February 18th at 7:30pm EST, will feature behind-the-scenes footage of the aquarium's work, including stingray physicals, ultrasounds and blood draws, and a Q&A session from marine veterinarian, Dr. LePage. You will have the opportunity to learn about her...
OVC 3D Veterinary Medicine and Innovation Club Guest Event 2021
January 19, 2021 — Hey FVC! The 3D Veterinary Medicine and Innovation Club (3D-VETIC) from the Ontario Veterinary College is very excited to announce their first club event of the year! Next Tuesday, January 19th at 12:30 pm, they will be hosting Dr. Alex Zur Linden, Dr. John Phillips, and 3D printing company M3Dimensions founder Sean Bellefeuille. They will be speaking about their experiences and approaches...
Program Representative Meeting #2 2021
January 20, 2021 — UPDATE: Our Bio-Medical program rep will be hosting a meeting on Tuesday, January 19th at 7:00 pm EST rather than the 20th Hey FVC! Our next program representative meeting is taking place on Wednesday, January 20th at 7:00 pm EST! Our new reps are here for Animal Biology, Bio-Medical Science, Zoology, Biological Science, and Molecular Biology and Genetics! Visit our...
Networking Brunch 2021
January 17, 2021 — What is our annual Networking Brunch? This event gathers veterinarians from an array of specialties to meet with students to discuss their career path and what a typical day in their work is like. It is a chance for you to ask questions, in a speed-dating fashion, pertaining to a wide variety of issues that veterinarians face in their daily...
OzTREKK Vet Med in Australia Webinar 2020
November 24, 2020 — Are you interested in studying vet med internationally? If so, then join us as we learn all about OzTREKK, an organization designed to help and support students studying in Australia! Here they will also discuss the differences between the DVM and the Bachelor of Veterinary Science degree, admission requirements, practicing in Canada, and more! Access the registration here: https://study.oztrekk.com/vet-med-webinar-nov-2020/
Program Representative Meeting #1 2020
November 20, 2020 — Next week, you will have the opportunity to meet up with our new program representatives! Our new reps are here for Animal Biology, Bio-Medical Science, Zoology, Biological Science, and Microbiology and Genetics! Visit our webpage, https://www.futurevetsclub.com/2020-2021-executive, and scroll down to learn more about who they are and their interests! More bios are being added soon! Join us on...
Dr. Cody Creelman Talk 2020
November 23, 2020 — We're excited to announce that we'll be joining the U of S Pre-Vet Club to listen to Dr. Cody Creelman's live talk! Dr. Creelman is a "cow vet" and entrepreneur from Alberta! He is an active public speaker, and maker of many veterinary vlogs and podcasts. On November 23rd, 10:30 PM EST, he will be sharing his experiences as a...
Wild Ontario 2020
November 10, 2020 — On November 19th, FVC will be hosting Wild Ontario! Who is Wild Ontario? Wild Ontario is three things: "1. An environmental education program, delivering live-animal shows and displays across Ontario2. An intensive, experiential learning opportunity for student volunteers3. A long-term home and purpose for birds which can no longer survive in the wild" Join us for an hour-long educational program...
PBL 2020
November 12, 2020 — Interested in attending a presentation where you can watch OVC students solve problems with an OVC resident on November 12th from 12:20 - 1:20 PM EST? PBL, or problem-based learning, is a student-centered method in which one works in groups to solve problems and learn more about a subject. This year, we are invited to observe and ask questions! Under...
Jason Shute 2020
November 11, 2020 — Looking for PD opportunities for vet school? Join OzTREKK as they host Jason Shute, certified master dog trainer, dog behavior specialist and owner of Shute Balanced Dog Training in his Professional Development Information Session, “Dog Training, Behavioural Science and Veterinary Medicine.” Jason will be discussing an historical overview of the evolution of dog training and behavioral science, the current trends and...
Zoo Trip 2020
November 7, 2020 — Our annual zoo trip will be taking on a virtual form this year! On Saturday, November 7th at 2:00 PM EST, we will be touring the Toronto Zoo's facilities with Toronto Zoo veterinarians and partaking in the highly anticipated Q&A session. Ticket sales are happening next week, starting Tuesday, October 27th at 8:30 AM EST until Thursday, October 29th 11:59...
MMI/CASPer Talk 2020
October 20, 2020 — Join the Future Vets Club on October 20th at 7:00 pm EDT to listen to the highest achieving OVC interview students talk about the interview process and any strategies they used! You will also have the opportunity to ask them for advice, or just about their experiences in general. To join, please use our Microsoft Teams members channel. We hope...
OzTREKK Virtual Fair and Conference 2020
October 22, 2020 — Interested in studying abroad in Australia? Attend OzTREKK's 2020 virtual fair and conference on October 22nd from 5:00-9:00 pm EST! Chat live with Australian university representatives and OzTREKK staff to get answers to all of your questions about studying in Australia! Visit university booths to get detailed information about their programs and entry requirements, tuition fees, accommodation options, campus highlights,...
Massey University Admissions Talk 2020
October 14, 2020 — We will be hosting a special talk given by representatives from Massey University, a vet school in New Zealand, on October 14th at 7:00 pm EDT! This talk will discuss the requirements of admission, what it is like to be a student at Massey University, as well as many other important pieces of information for anyone considering this university! If...
University of Edinburgh Admissions Talk 2020
October 8, 2020 — October 8th 7:00-8:00 pm EST. Mark this date in your calendar! Learn more about studying veterinary medicine at the University of Edinburgh - they will be hosting an information session using their virtual classroom tool, Blackboard Collaborate. A link to the meeting will be provided through our Microsoft Teams member group closer to. If you're not a...
Fall General Meeting 2020
September 23, 2020 — This meeting is a great opportunity to learn more about FVC as we will discuss many topics including events, executive opportunities, and more! Access the meeting through our Microsoft Teams group on September 23 at 7:00 pm EST.
Virtual Club Days 2020
September 16, 2020 — This year, CSA club days are going to be virtual! Club days are a great opportunity for you to ask FVC executives any questions you have regarding events, membership, or any other general questions you may have about the club! Access the meeting links through our recent Listserv email or click the link below corresponding to the time you want...
Admissions Debrief 2020
September 16, 2020 — If you are like most undergrad students interested in going to OVC, you probably have tons of questions regarding admissions! Whether you are a first year or fourth year student that is interested in going to vet school, the OVC Admissions Debrief is a very useful event to find out important information! This talk will be hosted by Elizabeth Lowenger,...
O-Week Events 2020
September 7, 2020 — For our orientation events, we will be featuring a social on Monday, September 7th at 2:30-4:00 pm EST and trivia on Tuesday, September 8th at 2:00 pm EST! During our social, ask us questions about vet school, first-year courses, university life, and more! Our trivia will feature a mix of OVC and animal-themed questions for a prize of a full-year...
Camar Donkey Farm Trip 2020
March 14, 2020 — Hey, future vets! We will be visiting Camar Farm (the farm of Dr. Andy Robinson of the Department of Animal Biosciences!). He is a breeder of Miniature Donkeys and has some amazing animals. You will have the opportunity to learn about donkeys and afterwards handle them in small groups! This is a great way to get some hands-on large animal experience! The event will take place on Saturday,...
University of Melbourne Admission Talk 2020
March 4, 2020 — Hey, future vets! Are you curious about studying veterinary medicine overseas in bright and sunny Australia? Have you ever wanted to be able to enjoy nice weather all year round? Come check out the admissions talk from the University of Melbourne! Representatives from both OzTrekk and the University of Melbourne will be coming to the school to discuss life in...
Mock MMIs 2020
February 29, 2020 — The event you have all been waiting for, Mock MMIs! If you don't know what this event is, the MMIs (multiple mini interviews) are the interviews held by the Ontario Veterinary College along with other veterinary colleges. The FVC is here to help you practice your interview skills and this event is very similar to the real interview process. Current...
Specialty Networking Brunch
January 25, 2020 — Hey, future vets! The specialty networking brunch is approaching and we hope you will consider coming to this awesome event! This is an event where students can have conversations with veterinarians of different specialties who have chosen interesting career paths! This is like a speed-dating set up where you are able to hear about their career paths and ask them...
Ultrasound Presentation
January 16, 2020 — Hey, future vets! We will be having a current OVC resident do a talk on ultrasounds in animals! This will be held on January 16th, in Pathobiology 1800 at 6 pm. This will be a lecture-style presentation with opportunities for questions after the presentation. It will be an awesome presentation so be sure to attend if you have an...
Winter General Meeting 2020
January 15, 2020 — Hey, future vets! Our Winter General Meeting is coming up! It's scheduled for January 15 in LLC 1714 from 6-8 pm. We will have current Phase 1 student veterinarians who scored highest on the MMI coming in to talk about hints for the MMIs! Along with this, there will be free pizza, we will be accepting memberships if you...
Fall Social 2019
November 21, 2019 — Hey, future vets! Our highly anticipated fall social is coming up! This event will be held on Thursday, November 21, from 7 pm to 9 pm in the Lifetime Learning Centre cafeteria. We will have lots of executive members to socialize with, and current OVC students! This event will include numerous board games you can play and cookies! We also...
Royal Veterinary College Admission Talk 2019
November 20, 2019 — Hey, future vets! Are you interested in studying veterinary medicine in the beautiful UK? Check out the Royal Veterinary College! The RVC is AVMA accredited and also rated one of the top 5 veterinary schools in the world! If you want to learn more about student life, the application process, and general information about this beautiful school, come on out...
OVC 3D Printing Club
November 11, 2019 — Hey Future Vets! The FVC is lucky enough to be hosting a discussion from the OVC 3D printing club!! The event will take place on Monday, November 11th in the Lifetime Learning Centre, room 1713 at 7pm. Members of this club are going to come in and talk about what 3D printing is, bring some samples, talk about designs and...
Zoo Trip 2019
October 27, 2019 — Hey future vets! The FVC is hosting a trip to the Toronto Zoo! We are fortunate enough to be able to bring 42 people to the zoo for an awesome day and behind the scenes tour! The trip will take place on October 27th and ticket sales are on Thursday, October 17th 9 am - 12 pm and Friday, October 18th...
Wild Ontario
October 6, 2019 — Hey future vets! The Future Vets Club will be hosting Wild Ontario on October 6th at 2 pm for an hour-long educational program focusing on Wild Ontario’s history with the Ontario Veterinary College and the veterinary cases of the birds in their program. Attendees will have the opportunity to see a variety of birds up close and ask Wild Ontario...
Fall General Meeting 2019
September 19, 2019 — Hey Future Vets! Our Fall General Meeting is right around the corner. This meeting will take place Thursday September 19th between 6 to 8 pm in room 1714 of the OVC Lifetime Learning Centre. This meeting is where you can pay your $10 membership fee (CASH ONLY PLEASE!) for the year, meet the executive team, learn about the club and...
OVC Admissions Debrief 2019
September 18, 2019 — Hey Future Vets! There will be admissions debrief on September 18th at 6 PM. Location is at the Lifetime Learning Centre, room 1714 and a map can be found here. The session will provide an overview of the admissions to the DVM program for those applying in the domestic undergrad pool, and will be live webcast at here. Questions can...
FVC 2019 O-Week Events
September 3, 2019 — Hey future vets! We have 2 events planned for this year’s Orientation Week. Our social will take place on September 2nd from 4-6 pm at the Bullring Outside patio. We usually start this event with an ice breaker for the first-year students who are coming in, followed by some pizza and drinks where everyone can mingle with each other and where...
Small Ruminant AI Presentation
March 21, 2019 — Hey Future Vets! The OAC Sheep and Goat Club and Future Vets Club present Dr. Chris Buschbeck! The event will be held in LLC 1713 on Thursday, March 21st at 5:30 pm. Dr. Buschbeck is the owner of WoolDrift Farms (an East Friesian Dairy Sheep Operation), Co-owner of SR Genetics, and a ruminant veterinarian. Dr. Buschbeck was born in Germany and...
Camar Donkey Farm Trip
March 10, 2019 — Hello future vets! After the wild success our first Donkey Farm visit last year, we are excited to announce that the event is back! We will be visiting Camar Farm, the farm of Professor Dr. Andy Robinson of the Department of Animal Biosciences! He is a breeder of miniature donkeys and has some amazing animals. You will have the opportunity...
Behind the Scenes at the Toronto Zoo 2019
March 3, 2019 — Hey Future Vets! Our annual behind-the-scenes Toronto Zoo trip is fast approaching! This event is sold out every year, so be sure to buy your tickets early! The day will include the opportunity to chat with one of the zoo’s veterinarians and free time to explore the exhibits! The event will take place on March 3rd from 7:45 am - 6:00 pm (approximately). We will be...
University of Melbourne Admission Talk
February 4, 2019 — Hey Future Vets! Ever thought of studying vet med Down Under? The University of Melbourne (located in the beautiful country of Australia) has a 4 year DVM program where a number of Canadian students are accepted every year. Their Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Program is accredited with the AVMA, meaning that you can easily work in North America after graduation. Come check it out to learn about studying in...
Symposium 2019 - One Health
January 19, 2019 — Hey Future Vets! Our annual symposium is rapidly approaching! We are pleased to partner with OVC Pet Trust and OzTREKK to bring you this event. The symposium will be held on Saturday, January 19th from 9:30 am to 3 pm in the LLC. This year's theme is One Health, and there will be lectures and hands-on workshops designed to give you an understanding of the concept...
Winter General Meeting 2019
January 9, 2019 — Our Winter General Meeting is fast approaching! This is an excellent opportunity to learn more about all the events we have planned for the Winter 2019 semester. It's also a great opportunity to pay your membership fee if you haven’t already, which is $5 for the remaining semester, as well as purchase FVC swag and tickets to the annual...
FVC Winter Social
November 26, 2018 — Hey Future Vets! Looking to relieve some stress before finals? The FVC is hosting a winter social on November 26th, in the UC 005 (in the basement) from 6:00-8:00pm. Come out and relax with a movie, socialize with fellow club members, OVC students, and decorate cookies! There will be vegan and gluten-free options. All are welcome, so bring your friends!...
Networking Brunch 2018
November 18, 2018 — Hey Future Vets! The Future Vets Club is happy to announce that the Networking Brunch is back! Just what is the Networking Brunch? It is a roundtable-like event where students can have conversations with veterinarians of different specialities over a delicious brunch, almost like speed dating! Meet with the different vets as you please and learn about what a day in their life looks like, how to get into...
2018 Fall General Meeting
September 26, 2018 — Hey Future Vets! Our Fall General Meeting is fast approaching! This is the perfect opportunity to learn more about the Future Vets Club and all the exciting events we have planned for the upcoming semester. It's also a great opportunity to pay your $10 membership fee. It will be in the LLC room 1714 on September 26th at 6:00pm. We will also be...
UC Dublin Admission Talk
September 25, 2018 — Hey Future Vets! Ever thought about studying abroad? We have quite a few events coming up this year with opportunities to learn about your options for vet school! Our first event is September 25th, and will be hosted by the University of Dublin, and will be held in LLC 1713 from 5:30- 6:30pm. Can you picture yourself living and studying...
Royal Canin Tour & Camar Donkey Farm Trip
March 28, 2018 — Hey Future Vets! We have two fun events coming up for you! On Wednesday, February 28 from 8:30 am to 1 pm, join us for a behind-the-scenes tour of the Royal Canin plant and a talk with one of RC's own veterinary nutritionists. A pizza lunch will be provided, but I'm sure you can snack on some kibble if you're...
Mock MMIs
January 17, 2018 — Hey Future Vets! Our much awaited Mock MMIs will be held on Saturday February 10th and Sunday March 11th from 8:30am-4:30pm. To reserve a spot, please email us at fvc.mockmmi@gmail.com. Please send the following information: Which day(s) you are available, time restrictions you have (e.g cannot come before 11:30am), if you would like a spot on both days (only if...
Sciensational Sssnakes & Behind-the-Scenes at the Toronto Zoo
March 8, 2018 — Hey Future Vets! We have two more exciting events coming up for you before the end of the Winter 2018 semester! We will be taking a trip to Sciensational Sssnakes located in Guelph on Tuesday March 20 from 1 - 3 pm. You'll have the opportunity to handle different reptiles and amphibians and learn all about their conservation! Tickets are...
Symposium 2018 - "Vet'olutionary Medicine: New Veterinary Technology and Techniques"
January 15, 2018 — Hey Future Vets! One of our biggest events of the year is just around the corner - our annual symposium! We are proud to partner with OVC Pet Trust and OzTREKK to bring you this amazing event. The symposium will be held on Saturday, January 20 from 9:30 am to 3 pm in the OVC Lifetime Learning Centre. This year's...
2018 Winter General Meeting Livestream
January 15, 2018 — Hey Future Vets! If you weren't able to join us in person for our 2018 Winter General Meeting no fear! Click Here to view a livestream of the event on our Facebook page including our MMI Vet student panel!
2018 Winter General Meeting
January 15, 2018 — Hey Future Vets! Our Winter General Meeting is right around the corner and we want to see you all there! We will be talking about all the awesome events we're planning for you this semester, including Mock MMIs, the Toronto Zoo trip, and so many more! If you would like to buy tickets for Symposium and were unable to make...
Networking Brunch
November 19, 2017 — Hey Future Vets! Our annual not-to-be-missed Veterinarian Networking Brunch is right around the corner! Rub shoulders with veterinary specialists and learn about their day-to-day lives and exciting jobs over a delicious buffet brunch. We've invited vets from a variety of specialties including oncology, rehabilitation, wildlife medicine, and more! There are limited spots available and please make sure to inform us...
Omnis Animals Submissions Summer 2022
August 30, 2022 — Interesed in publishing a piece in the Omnis Animalis? The Future Vets Club is accepting submissions for our Omnis Animalis blog! Submissions will be collected over the summer to be published during the 2022-2023 school year. Content Criteria: Anything! Feel free to be creative. Look through our blog at https://www.futurevetsclub.com/omnis-animalis-blog for some examples. Here are some content suggestions: A letter to...
2017 Fall General Meeting
October 2, 2017 — Hey Future Vets! The Future Vets Club Fall General Meeting is taking place on Monday October 2nd, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in LLC 1714. Come learn more about our club and the events we run, meet our 2017/2018 executive team, and enjoy a tour of the OVC! We will be collecting our annual $10 membership fee at the meeting...
FVC 2017 O-week Events
September 6, 2017 — Hey Future Vets! Come join the Future Vets Club for some exciting O-Week events on Wednesday, September 6! From 4:00 to 5:30 p.m we have our annual Scavenger Hunt around the campus of the Ontario Veterinary College. We'll meet in front of the Summerlee Science Complex and walk over to the OVC campus together. Afterwards, come relax and mingle at...
Animal-Based Family Feud
September 7, 2021 — Come check out our second Orientation Week event! During this event you will be split into teams with other FVC members and will be able to participate in an awesome game of family feud! This is a great way to meet new people and show off your animal knowledge! This event will take place on September 9th from 6:00 pm...
Fall General Meeting 2021
September 20, 2021 — Come join us for this year's Fall General Meeting where you can become a member, learn more about our club, get access to some upcoming FVC opportunities, and ask any questions that you have about the FVC or the OVC admission process for this year. Link to the event: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3aA1rwl-D7z8lBus0fODV9CKqIDh_AwtpbIJ9Cdiu3bM41%40thread.tacv2/1631849010686?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22be62a12b-2cad-49a1-a5fa-85f4f3156a7d%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%222d2528e7-596c-465d-a480-8b55e5359d4c%22%7d
Interview Achievers Event
October 3, 2021 — When: Tuesday October 5th, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Join FVC on Tuesday October 5th to hear some of the top achieving OVC interview students speak about their experience and preparation strategies for their Virtual Personal Interview and CASPer assessment. This is a great opportunity to ask them for advice or to become more familiar with the interview process. Link...
CASPer Information Session 2021
April 28, 2021 — Hey FVC! On April 28th, at 6:00 PM EST, we will be hosting an information session on CASPer - at OVC, the interview stage of the DVM admissions process for this year will instead include CASPer, a situational judgement test, administered by Altus Assessments. This evaluation tool is used by many other professional schools in Canada and internationally....
University Talk: University of Edinburgh
October 14, 2022 — WHEN: Thursday October 13th, 1pm-2pm WHERE: IN-PERSON at the OVC in the LLC room 1713. Come hear from the University of Edinburgh to learn all about studying veterinary medicine at their school! Learn about their application process as a Canadian student and the benefits of their program. Free cookies will be provided! See you there!
UC Davis Admissions Talk
October 3, 2022 — WHEN: Thurs Oct 6th 2022, 6pm WHERE: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NmZhZWU0MjEtZjdhNy00NzJiLTk3ZjItNmUzMGNiMjMwYTFm%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22be62a12b-2cad-49a1-a5fa-85f4f3156a7d%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%220883f7ce-1f0b-40ba-8467-30f5cb8e0a3f%22%7d Come out and learn about applying to and studying at the UC Davis school of Veterinary Medicine!
University Talk: University of Melbourne
October 17, 2022 — WHEN: Monday, October 17th, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. WHERE: University of Guelph, LLC1713 at the Lifetime Learning Centre in OVC Description: Join OzTREKK, the University of Melbourne, to learn about what makes Melbourne Veterinary Medicine one of the top schools in the world—and so popular with Canadians! Meet with Jonty Hall, Student Recruitment Officer, Faculty of Veterinary and Agricultural. During the...
University Talk: Royal Veterinary College, University of London
November 1, 2022 — WHEN: Nov 1st, 1pm-2pm WHERE: Online (link below) Come learn about applying to and studying at the Royal Veterinary College! https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZDUwZTczNDktZWZmMy00ZTE2LTg2ZjItNDQ0MGNhNjBlZjlj%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22be62a12b-2cad-49a1-a5fa-85f4f3156a7d%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22e549c5b1-d3ff-4d24-84e7-91bc147f49a7%22%7d
International Mock VPIs 2023
January 7, 2023 — Where: Online over Microsoft Teams When: January 7th, 2023, 9am - 12:30pm Registration: Now closed The Mock interview events are held every year by the FVC with the OVC vet students. Since the interview format changed from Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) to Virtual Personal Interview (VPI), we are holding the Mock VPI this year. There are 6 time slots from...
OVC Student Social
November 5, 2022 — WHERE: OVC Cafe WHEN: Nov 5th, 4pm-6pm Sign up: Form opens 8am Monday October 31st: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf3d8LuekEI43F3M1ltVOYgzMtPYsQPQ42WpuKCkq9LF1xamQ/closedform Come on out to chat with current OVC students and learn about their experiences!Food available:)
University Talk: UC Dublin
November 2, 2022 — WHERE: Online, https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_M2I5ZDZjZjQtMzE4OS00NjkzLThhZDAtNmY3OTc3NzJlYWQx%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22be62a12b-2cad-49a1-a5fa-85f4f3156a7d%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22ebf8a53c-59c2-4a24-ace3-c0c5b9f172a1%22%7d WHEN: Nov 2nd, 1pm-2pm Come learn about studying at and applying to the University College Dublin School of Veterinary Medicine!
W23 Program Representative Social
January 12, 2023 — WHEN: Thurs, Jan 12th, 6:30-8:00pm WHERE: Online via Microsoft Teams: https://teams.microsoft.com/dl/launcher/launcher.html?url=%2F_%23%2Fl%2Fmeetup-join%2F19%3Ameeting_MGZlYTBhNWYtYTljMC00MzBiLThkYTYtYWE4ODUxMmQ0YWU5%40thread.v2%2F0&type=meetup-join&deeplinkId=289cf887-9a74-4618-b97e-488d2ad49408&directDl=true&msLaunch=true&enableMobilePage=true&suppressPrompt=true Join the call to ask questions about your program or about OVC applications to our Program Representatives! Learn more about them on the Program Representatives tab on this website.
CSA Club Days Winter 2023
January 19, 2023 — When: January 19th & January 20th CSA Clubs Days are a great way to learn about the many clubs here at the University of Guelph and get involved with those that suit your interests! Come learn more about the Future Vets Club and other UofG clubs these days, or just pop in at our booth to say hi!
UGlasgow Admissions Talk
January 26, 2023 — WHEN: Jan 26th, 1pm-2pm EST WHERE: Microsoft Teams Please join us virtually for a fun and informative University talk with the University of Glasgow regarding their Veterinary program! They will be happy to provide a broad overview of the program at Glasgow as well as some information on their facilities, how to apply, student life and more information on Glasgow/Scotland more...
Canvas Painting- Outreach Social!
January 27, 2023 — WHEN: Jan 27th, 5-6pm WHERE: SSC 2315 Want to participate in a fun and refreshing event to unwind? Come join us and express your creativity through our canvas painting night! You can relax, create, and participate in making your own unique canvas painting while meeting like-minded students in a pre-veterinarian pathway. Space is limited so make sure to fill out...
Winter General Meeting 2023
January 11, 2023 — Where: OVC LLC Room 1714 When: Jan 11th, 2023; 6pm - 7pm Come on out to learn more about the Future Vets Club, becoming a member, events we host, buy merch, and stay up-to-date on the FVC's plans for this coming Winter 2023 semester! Tours of the Ontario Veterinary College (with limited capacity on tours) will also be available to...
Networking Brunch: In-Person 2023
February 5, 2023 — REGISTRATION REQUIRED Where: OVC Cafeteria When: February 5th The Specialty Networking Brunch is an event held annually by the Future Vets Club to allow pre-veterinary students to explore a variety of specialties in veterinary medicine. This event will host veterinarians who are experts in 10 different specialties, and attending students will have the chance to speak with 3 of them...
Cornell Admissions Talk
March 2, 2023 — WHEN: March 2nd, 6pm - 7pm WHERE: Online over Microsoft Teams LINK: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NTY0OThiM2ItMDljYS00ZWI5LTkxYzctNjU3YWVhZjczNzRk%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22be62a12b-2cad-49a1-a5fa-85f4f3156a7d%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22ebf8a53c-59c2-4a24-ace3-c0c5b9f172a1%22%7d This event is an opportunity for members to explore all the different options they have when considering applying to vet school. A representative from Cornell University will have a short presentation that talks about the veterinary medicine program at their University and students will have a...
Networking Brunch: Virtual 2023
February 12, 2023 — REGISTRATION REQUIRED Where: Over Microsoft Teams When: February 12th, 2023, 10:30am - 1:30pm The Specialty Networking Brunch is an event held annually by the Future Vets Club to allow pre-veterinary students to explore a variety of specialties in veterinary medicine. This event will host veterinarians who are experts in different specialties, and attending students will have the chance to speak...
UBristol Admissions Talk
March 7, 2023 — WHEN: March 7th, 5-6pm WHERE: OVC LLC 1715 Come to learn more about studying veterinary medicine at the University of Bristol and their admissions process! Light refreshements will be provided. Regsiter Here! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfhM37OmwCxyYVjYESnA7EMsx8Wt1WVF4jXOM9gx2RChvsqLQ/closedform
How to Ace Your Vet School Application
March 6, 2023 — WHEN: March 6th, 6pm WHERE: Online via Microsoft Teams. Link below. Join online for this event hosted by representatives from Ross University, targeted at helping pre-vet students create the ideal application to get them accepted to any vet school! Topics covered include: - Application timelines (for a variety of vet schools) - GPA requirements - Course prerequisites - Clinical experience...
2023 VCA Event
March 30, 2023 — WHEN: Thursday, March 30th, 6pm - 7pm WHERE: Online via Microsoft Teams. Link below. An event for individuals interested in getting involved in veterinary based careers and job opportunities and looking for animal/veterinary experience! Objectives: To educate individuals on VCA, give access to job opportunities and networking through a central event. We hope that this opportunity will send...
Dr. Andy Robinson's Donkey Farm Tour!
April 2, 2023 — WHEN: Sunday, April 2nd, 1pm - 6pm WHERE: Dr. Andy Robinson's Donkey Farm FVC is bringing our members to Dr. Andy Robinson's (Department of Animal Bioscience) Miniture Donkey Farm for a tour. During this tour, Dr. Robinson will present to us (mainly) donkey health cares, nutritions, and other relevant knowledges. Students will have the chance to interact with the...
Program Rep Cozy Q&A Night
March 13, 2023 — WHEN: Thursday March 16th, 5:30pm-7pm WHERE: SSC 2315 Members of FVC are invited join us for fun board games, colouring, and chatting about all things vet related with their program representatives. Individuals are invited to bring in their own board games if they’d like! This would be a great opportunity to ask questions to your program reps and build meaningful...
2023 Mock Interviews
May 9, 2023 — WHEN: May 6th, 7th, and 9th, 2023 WHERE: Online via Microsoft Teams Registration is now closed. If you registered, please monitor your email for more information about the event or waitlist.