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Vet students go head-to-head in fundraising challenge
"Any funds raised go towards our mission of continuing to improve the welfare of animals through veterinary science, education and debate.”
Student teams will compete to raise the most money for AWF 

Vet school students are being asked to go head-to-head in a new challenge to raise money for the Animal Welfare Foundation (AWF).

The inaugural Vet School Challenge calls on students to come up with fun, imaginative ways to garner much-needed funds for the charity. AWF funds animal welfare research, supports veterinary education, provides pet care advice and encourages debate on welfare topics.

Teams of up to eight students from universities, colleges and vet schools across the UK can enter the competition, planning activities such as sky dives and bake sales.

AWF chairperson Chris Laurence said: “The New Year is the perfect time to set yourself new goals and challenges, and what can be better than to pledge support to a worthy cause! AWF works directly with vets and vet nurses who live and breathe animal welfare in their work every day.

“This expert knowledge allows AWF to support projects that offer practical solutions to welfare challenges facing farm animal, pets and wild animals. Any funds raised go towards our mission of continuing to improve the welfare of animals through veterinary science, education and debate.”

Two teams from the universities of Surrey and Glasgow have already signed up to the challenge and hope to raise £1,500 each.

The team that raises the most money by the end of April will receive tickets to the AWF Discussion Forum on 12 June 2018, which this year will feature student presentations on recent research projects. The winning team will then be presented with an award at an exclusive House of Commons reception.

Students aged 18 and above can enter. For more information or to register, visit: www.bva-awf.org.uk/vet-school-challenge 

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Animal Medicines Amnesty returns this November

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 Veterinary practices are being urged to help owners safely dispose of any unused and expired pet medicines - not just antibiotics - during November's Animal Medicines Amnesty.

Organised by the Responsible Use of Medicines Alliance Companion Animal and Equine (RUMA CA&E), the initative is supported by a range of cross-sector organisations.

Practices are encouraged to use the campaign to engage the whole practice team and raise awareness of the safe disposal of medicines with clients. Learn how your practice can get involved at rumacae.org.uk 

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APHA launches free virtual work experience programme

The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), in collaboration with Springpod, has launched a free virtual work experience programme, giving young people across the UK the chance to explore careers dedicated to protecting animal and plant health.

The on-demand programme offers a unique insight into career opportunities within APHA, showcasing how students can contribute to tackling some of the UK's most critical biosecurity and environmental challenges.

Designed for students aged 13 and over, the course includes more than 10 hours of engaging content featuring real-life industry insights, scenario-based challenges, and practical guidance on applying for jobs. To register for the course, visit the APHA website.