Invest in Tomorrow’s Veterinary Internists

WHO: The WSU CVM Internal Medicine Club (ACVIM) supports veterinary students interested in small and large animal specialty medicine. Our goals are to not only foster an appreciation for specialty medicine, but also establish critical skills needed even as a general practitioner. We learn how to analyze and read research papers through our monthly journal clubs. Additionally, our lecturers provide interactive, case-based presentations that encourage students to think like clinicians by developing differentials, diagnostics, and treatment plans.

WHAT: ACVIM is the world’s largest veterinary specialty organization that holds an ACVIM Forum annually, where veterinary professionals of all sectors come together to learn about the newest developments in specialty medicine. At this event, students can attend lectures from 13 specialty veterinary groups and network with board-certified veterinarians and industry partners from all over the country. 

WHEN: June 11-13th, 2026

WHERE: This year, the conference is held in Seattle, which is the perfect opportunity for WSU students to attend!

WHY: The ACVIM Forum isn't just a conference where students attend lectures-- it's a place where future veterinarians begin building a professional community and forming relationships they will rely on throughout their careers. Students from across the nation come together to share ideas, discuss career goals, and learn directly from leaders in specialty medicine. The Forum also provides hands-on opportunities to develop critical clinical skills through workshops, labs, and team-based discussions. Here are just a few examples of sessions students can participate in:

• Coaching teams through adverse medical events 
• Tracheal and urethral stenting techniques 
• Collaborative approaches to antimicrobial resistance 
• Cardiac monitoring in equine athletes

COST: Due to the long travel time and multi-day event, we will need support to provide registration, housing, and travel expenses. This is a unique opportunity for students to meet and learn from some of the nation’s leading veterinarians, and any financial support is greatly appreciated! 

• $50/student for registration 
• $140/student for housing for 3 nights 
• $40/student for gas from Pullman to Seattle
• Total: $230 
• Sponsor 20 students: $4,600

Donate today to invest in the next generation of veterinary leaders and specialists!