New scheme aims to create a platform for knowledge sharing
The British Horse Society (BHS) has appointed its first 'veterinary student champion' as part of a new drive to forge links between vet students, horse owners and the BHS.
Under the new scheme, a student from the University of Surrey's vet school will be chosen each year to raise awareness about the work going on at the university and within the charity. It will be their job to explore ways for the two organisations to benefit from one another's expertise.
First-year vet student Mariella Savage will be the inaugural vet student champion. She was one of many to apply for the role, but BHS says her knowledge, passion and enthusiasm set her apart.
Commenting on her new position, Mariella said: "I was keen to help create a bridge between my university and the British Horse Society. I feel it will really benefit us as veterinary students, as well as enabling us to share our experiences and the knowledge we are gaining with BHS members."
The inspiration for the scheme came from Dr Teresa Hollands, a senior teaching fellow in veterinary nutrition.
"Veterinary universities provide an amazing opportunity for the work of the BHS to be promoted to a new and important audience," she explained.
"Equally exciting will be the sharing of research being undertaken by veterinary universities and the dissemination of this knowledge to members."
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