Julia Simms, a third-year veterinary medicine student at the University of Minnesota, shares her journey from Gustavus to vet school. She discusses her experiences studying abroad, her path to veterinary medicine, the application process for vet school, and what life is like as a vet student. Julia also highlights her involvement in community service through veterinary initiatives, the challenges faced in equine medicine, and her aspirations for the future. She offers valuable advice for aspiring veterinarians.
U of MN Vet Medicine program: https://vetmed.umn.ed
Julia Simms email address for vet school related questions simms056@umn.edu
Julia references the SIRVS program, a program she is quite passionate about. To learn more here is the website: https://sirvs.umn.edu/
Mission of SIRVS: To build and strengthen partnerships between Indigenous communities and future veterinarians through reciprocal learning, veterinary care, and service.
