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Equine Science Student Graduates in Virtual Reality
A first for Royal (Dick) School as student graduates in Second Life.

The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies has broken new ground with its first student to take part in an online graduation ceremony at a digital University of Edinburgh in the 3D virtual world of Second Life.

Jayne Roberts, 37, was based in America and unable to return to the UK for her graduation ceremony. Instead, she attended an online ceremony via the virtual world of Second Life. Jayne's Second Life avatar wore specially designed University of Edinburgh robes and was handed a graduation scroll in the virtual realm during the ceremony on November 25.

Jayne numbered one of the first set of students to graduate from the School's MSc in Equine Science programme, through which it is possible to study equine science both online and part-time over a period of three years.

Jayne, who also completed a BSc in Equine Science from Bishop Burton College in 1996, said: “I always knew I wanted to go on at some point to complete my Masters, but living in the USA meant it was not possible. When the opportunity arose to enrol in an online, long distance MSc Equine Science programme with the University of Edinburgh, I jumped at the chance.”

She added: “I was disappointed not to make it back home to the UK for the graduation ceremony, but Second Life made it possible for me to be there. The support team were patient and encouraging and everything went great on the day. Not many people can attest to graduating with a cup of tea and their PJ's on – it was 6am here!”

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Two new roles on BEVA Nurse Committee

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 The BEVA has opened two new roles on its Nurse Committee.

There is one role available for a full member (for three years) and one role for a student member (until they qualify).

Members must attend all meetings, occurring four times a year. They will assist the committee in understanding the field, identifying issues and engaging with external parties.

More details can be found here. 

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BSAVA publishes Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice

The BSAVA has added a small animal nutrition advice booklet to its series of BSAVA guides.

The BSAVA Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice offers a resource for veterinary professionals to provide appropriate nutrition for animals. As well as maintaining the wellbeing of healthy pets, the guide explores how nutritional requirements change in times of illness and disease.

The guide is divided into five sections, which explore the importance of nutritional assessment; diet types; feeding at different life stages; feeding for specific situations; and feeding for specific diseases. Online resources are also in the BSAVA Library including client handouts and videos.

It is designed to be suitable for referencing, in-depth case planning and team training sessions.

The BSAVA Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice can be purchased online from the BSAVA store.