American Association of Swine Veterinarians

10/11/2025

The American Association of Swine Veterinarians Foundation is accepting applications for the prestigious Hogg Scholarship. Established in 2008, the intent of the $10,000 Hogg Scholarship is to assist a swine veterinarian in his or her efforts to return to school for graduate education (resulting in a master’s degree or higher) in an academic field of study related to swine health and production. To date, 22 swine practitioners have been awarded the scholarship and are recognized at aasv.org/foundation/swine-veterinarians/hogg-scholarship.

The scholarship application requirements are outlined at aasv.org/foundation/swine-veterinarians/hogg-scholarship/. Apply by December 1.

Dr Alex Hogg’s career serves as the ideal model for successful applicants. After 20 years in mixed animal practice, Dr Hogg pursued a master’s degree in veterinary pathology. He subsequently became the Nebraska swine extension veterinarian and professor at the University of Nebraska. Upon “retirement,” Dr Hogg capped off his career with his work for MVP Laboratories. Always an enthusiastic learner, at age 75 he graduated from the Executive Veterinary Program offered at the University of Illinois.

10/10/2025

10/09/2025

The AASV-L members-only e-mail list is a discussion forum for all AASV members to share their questions, concerns, and experiences. 🆕NEW – you can now share photos, papers, and attachments through AASV-L.

However, you must opt in to participate in the AASV-L discussion e-mail list. Set your preferences now!

https://www.aasv.org/2025/10/aasv-l-members-only-discussion-list-is-back-better-than-ever-but-requires-your-action/

10/08/2025

Saying "not now" instead of automatically agreeing to every request can significantly improve your productivity by giving you time to consider whether the request aligns with your priorities and values, writes productivity expert Donna McGeorge. "So when you next feel the tug of obligation, urgency, or expectation, try asking yourself one question: 'Does this need me now or am I simply in the habit of saying yes?' Then, give yourself the grace to wait," McGeorge recommends.

https://www.aasv.org/2025/10/wellness-wednesday-learn-how-to-say-not-now/

10/07/2025

The AASV Student Engagement Committee is accepting applications from veterinary students interested in serving as the Alternate Student Delegate on the AASV Board of Directors. This student will represent student interests and serve as a non-voting member of the AASV board. This experience will provide the student with a unique perspective of the inner workings of the AASV. The term of service is 2 years: the first year as alternate student delegate, and the second year as the student delegate. The deadline for submission of necessary documentation is Friday, November 14, 2025. https://www.aasv.org/2025/09/student-applicants-sought-for-alternate-student-delegate-on-aasv-board-of-directors/

10/06/2025

AASV members, do you have opportunities for students to gain experience in your practice or production company? Attract interested students with your listing in the AASV directory of swine-oriented internships and externships! https://www.aasv.org/2025/10/does-your-veterinary-practice-host-students/

AASV student members who are looking for a swine externship or internship will find the AASV internship/externship listing at aasv.org/internships/.

10/04/2025

Calling all students attending the AASV Annual Meeting in Las Vegas, Nevada! Are you looking for ways to keep more money in your pocket while attending the conference? The AASV Student Engagement Committee has created a form to help connect students who are interested in sharing hotel rooms and dispersing the expense across multiple students.

Sign up by December 5th, 2025. After the deadline, the responses will be shared with all interested students and you will be welcome to make arrangements amongst yourselves.

Annual meeting registration is FREE for AASV Veterinary Student Members. Registration will open in December.

https://www.aasv.org/2025/10/student-room-sharing-at-the-annual-meeting-interest-form-open/

10/04/2025

📣 PSA AASV Members: New swine medicine images available! 📣

SMEC has uploaded new photos to the AASV Photo Library. Log in today to explore and download the latest additions for your next project.

American Association of Swine Veterinarians

10/03/2025

The American Association of Swine Veterinarians Foundation values collaboration across species and industries to support the long-term advancement of production animal welfare now and in the future. The objective of the Angela Baysinger Memorial Scholarship is to promote the long-term improvement of production animal welfare by supporting experiential learning opportunities for the next generation of animal welfare veterinarians and scientists.

This scholarship is awarded annually to a student with a passion for production animal welfare that is currently working or studying in a field of animal welfare science. This individual will contribute to the body of animal welfare science with the goal to continue to expand our understanding of animal welfare and promote animal welfare education of veterinary students, veterinarians, and the public.

Applicants must be a veterinary student, graduate student, resident, or intern pursuing an existing program in a college of veterinary medicine or appropriate graduate department in an academic institution located within North America.

Scholarship funds are intended to be used to support student experiential learning opportunities that will further enhance knowledge in the field of production animal welfare.

For more information: https://www.aasv.org/foundation/baysinger-scholarship/.

Apply by December 31, 2025.

10/02/2025

The AASV Foundation is pleased to offer two opportunities for AASV members to apply for relief of student debt. Applications are due December 1 for a total of twelve $7500 grants to be awarded at the 2026 AASV Annual Meeting.

To apply, complete and submit the application available at aasv.org/foundation/swine-veterinarians/debt-relief-grants/ by December 1. The scholarship recipients will be announced during the 2026 AASV Annual Meeting in Las Vegas, Nevada.

10/01/2025

Win back the balance in your life. At home – Stay active. Aside from its well-known physical benefits, regular exercise reduces stress, depression and anxiety, and enables people to better cope with adversity, according to researchers. It’ll also boost your immune system and keep you out of the doctor’s office. Make time in your schedule for the gym or to take a walk during lunch—and have some fun!
[Source: Mental Health America]

09/30/2025

AASV invites submissions for the Industrial Partners oral and poster sessions at in Las Vegas, NV, Feb 28-March 3. This is an opportunity for commercial companies to make brief presentations of a technical, educational nature to meeting attendees. Submissions due TOMORROW Oct 1.
https://www.aasv.org/annmtg2026/presenters/industrial-partners/