Diversify Veterinary Medicine Coalition

Diversify Veterinary Medicine Coalition Expanding opportunities into veterinary medicine from interest, to career belonging. It's hard to be what you can't see.

Through scholarship, internships and education grants, The Diversify Veterinary Medicine Coalition helps to remove obstacles that hinder underrepresented students from pursuing a career in veterinary medicine. Ultimately, this will help improve the quality of veterinary care by fostering a more inclusive veterinary community.

08/25/2026

Meet Dr. Manraj Kaur Grewal, a second-year small animal surgery resident at the University of Florida and our next ACVS Resident Education Travel Grant Recipient! ✨

Dr. Grewal originally started her journey with plans for human medicine, but after spending time volunteering at veterinary hospitals, her passion for caring for dogs, cats, and small animals became clear. 🐾

Today, as she advances through her surgery residency, Dr. Grewal recognizes the importance of representation and mentorship in specialty medicine:

“It’s very encouraging to know that people that look like me and have different experiences can still do what their dreams and aspirations are… I’m really thankful and excited to be part of a community that provides the support that little me would have loved to see.” 💙

By sharing her journey, Dr. Grewal hopes to pave the way and show future veterinary professionals that their goals are within reach. We are so proud to support Dr. Grewal as she continues to inspire the next generation of veterinary surgeons! 🙌

Join us in congratulating Dr. Grewal! 🎉💙

08/20/2026

Kicking off our 2026 ACVS Resident Education Travel Grant recipient series with Dr. Morgan Nadine Steiner! 🌟

For Dr. Steiner, veterinary medicine has always been about making a difference. From her early days on a hog farm to now navigating her surgical residency and now beginning her journey as clinical faculty at Texas A&M University, her drive comes down to connection, patient care, and pushing the boundaries of veterinary surgery.

“I love animals, and now I’ve learned that it’s not just the animal – it’s the client behind the animal. There are so many connections and differences you can make.”

We are so proud to support passionate leaders like Dr. Steiner as they shape the future of veterinary care! 💙

Heading to Charlotte, NC for the Surgery Summit this October? Be sure to join us for our DVMC ACVS Resident Education Travel Grant Recipient Meet & Greet on Thursday, October 8 at 4pm to celebrate Dr. Steiner and this extraordinary cohort in person! 🎉

08/18/2026

“When you feel like you’re alone during tough times, you come into these rooms and you get the support of the whole veterinary community behind your back.” 💙✨

Meet Dr. Zonram Liao (Dr. Z), Founder of Sunshine Veterinary Care and a true DVMC Champion! 🩺🙌

For Dr. Z, the heart of our mission comes down to one thing: community. From watching students share their stories to seeing them grow, excel, and step confidently into the future of veterinary medicine, champions like Dr. Z are here to remind the next generation that they never have to walk this path alone. 🐾

We are so grateful for dedicated leaders and allies who continuously pour into our students and uphold a network of support across the entire profession.

Drop a 💙 in the comments to give a big shout-out to Dr. Z and all of our incredible DVMC Champions! 👇

08/13/2026

“The energy and momentum is contagious!” ✨💙

Reflecting on our 2026 AVMA Education Grant Reception, DVMC Executive Director Dr. Beverly Miller shared what makes these moments so impactful as we celebrate DVMC’s first 5 years and look ahead to the next 5!

From the vulnerability shared by our grant recipients to the meaningful connections built across our community, moments like these remind us why we do this work. Hearing our grant recipients share their journeys allows all of us to pause, reconnect with our own ‘why,’ and see how we can continue shaping veterinary medicine to be even more engaging, supportive, and inclusive.

As Dr. Miller shared, it’s about more than support. It’s about opening doors, expanding possibilities, and driving real change across the profession. 🤝🙌

Huge thank you to our grant recipients, partners, and community for bringing the energy and continuing to elevate the future of with us! 🎉

Please join us in celebrating an incredible milestone for 2025 WVC Education Grant recipient Karen Cataño, who officiall...
08/11/2026

Please join us in celebrating an incredible milestone for 2025 WVC Education Grant recipient Karen Cataño, who officially received her white coat from the University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine! 🥼

The White Coat Ceremony marks a powerful shift in a veterinary student’s journey, bridging classroom foundation with hands-on clinical care. Karen, watching your dedication, passion, and resilience bring you to this moment is an absolute inspiration.

We are so proud to support you along your path and know you will bring compassion, excellence, and bright leadership to every patient and community you serve. The future of veterinary medicine is in amazing hands! 🙌

Drop a congratulations for Karen in the comments below! 🎉💙✨

08/06/2026

Wrapping up our AVMA 2026 Education Grant recipient spotlights with Esel Ro, whose experience at AVMA represents exactly why community and connection matter so much in veterinary medicine! 💙

Reflecting on her time at the conference and the DVMC Grant Reception, Esel shared how inspiring it was to connect with industry leaders, explore continuing education, and hear the unique stories, challenges, and successes of her peers.

For Esel, the experience was about more than just attending a conference – it was about finding belonging: “I’ve never felt closer to vet med until now.”

We are so honored to support Esel on her journey and can’t wait to see all the incredible contributions she will make to the future of our profession. 💙

08/04/2026

Continuing our AVMA 2026 Education Grant recipient spotlights with Bailey Willis! ✨

For Bailey, the DVMC grant experience has been all about connection, shared experiences, and… a little Disney magic! 🐭☀️

“It was really great hearing all the other DVMC recipient stories. They’ve really helped me open up more and see that other people have dealt with similar challenges that I have. It’s made me feel seen and empowered in the vet med community.”

Connecting with peers who understand the journey, expanding her professional network, and building lasting relationships made this experience unforgettable. As Bailey put it, she’d “do it all over again in a heartbeat!” 💙

We are so proud to support future veterinary leaders like Bailey as they build community, share their unique backgrounds, and shape the future of . 🐾

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07/30/2026

“Continue to show up. Continue to be yourself authentically, wholly. Don’t change who you are for veterinary medicine because we are better collectively and individually because you’re here” 💙✨

At AVMA 2026, we caught up with Stephanie Goss, Chief Executive Officer at Pride VMC and friend of the DVMC.

Stephanie shared what makes connecting with our DVMC Education Grant recipients so special: from seeing students find representation and connection to witnessing the incredible passion and unique stories each future veterinary professional brings to the table.

Her message to our students returning to school and entering the profession is a powerful reminder that authenticity and community are what truly elevate veterinary medicine. 🙌

07/28/2026

Meeting leaders who inspire you, connecting with like-minded peers, and sharing your journey – that’s what the DVMC Education Grant experience is all about. ✨💙

Reflecting on her time at AVMA, Nija shared how meaningful it was to speak about her journey, connect with fellow veterinary students, and meet inspiring leaders like Dr. Alea Harrison, Chief Medical Officer at Banfield.

As Nija put it: “It was just great to see another African American woman in a high role in the veterinary medicine field... It was definitely worth it. I think everybody should apply!” 🙌

Representation, mentorship, and community matter. We are so proud to support Nija on her path and can’t wait to see all that she accomplishes! 💙

07/23/2026

“Always say yes to open doors!” ✨💙

Following our Education Grant Reception at AVMA 2026, Hailey Chui sat down to reflect on her journey and the power of connection.

Stepping into a big room full of new faces wasn’t easy, but Hailey reminded us how valuable it was to listen, learn, and build community together. She highlighted how every path in veterinary medicine is different, unique, and non-linear — and why taking a leap toward open doors is always worth it. 🙌

Thank you to Hailey and all of our 2026 grant recipients for sharing your stories and inspiring us all. 💙

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