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Archives: diversity

September 27, 2018

CVM Alum Named to 100 Most Influential African Americans List

Tyler Allen is among the youngest members on The Root 100 list, the online magazine’s annual compendium of influential African Americans between the ages of 25 and 45 behind barrier-breaking work.

July 12, 2018

Summer Camp Programs Spark Lasting Interest

Now in its tenth year, the camp is championed by Allen Cannedy, director for diversity and multicultural affairs at the college...

June 18, 2018

NC State CVM Chosen for New Admissions Diversity Program

The CVM was one of just three schools nationwide chosen by the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges to take part in the organization’s pilot holistic admissions development program...

February 11, 2018

At the CVM, a House System United

In the fall of 2016, the CVM became the first veterinary school in the country to implement a house system. It’s part open-arms welcome, part community builder and support system — and altogether a committed focus on physical, social and mental well-being...

October 9, 2017

Strength in Diversity

Having a new class start their DVM program each August is always exciting and gives everyone a lift as the semester begins. The Class of 2021 is certainly no exception. They have already demonstrated their character and they are nothing if not enthusiastic. They seem to approve of our house system. They certainly approve of the

April 23, 2017

Lunn Receives Broad Spectrum Inclusivity Award

The award recognizes those who have demonstrated commitment to Broad Spectrum's mission by developing awareness of the LGBT+ community and its importance within the realm of veterinary education and practice...

January 25, 2017

NC State, UNC-Pembroke Sign Veterinary Scholars Agreement

The two schools have established the University of North Carolina System Veterinary Education Access (UNC-SVEA) program. Its purpose is to make a pathway to a degree in veterinary medicine more accessible to both minority students...

December 21, 2016

Breitschwerdt, Cannedy to Receive AAVMC Honors

The AAVMC announced Wednesday that Edward Breitschwerdt, professor of medicine and infectious disease, is the recipient of the 2017 AAVMC Excellence in Research Award. Allen Cannedy, director of diversity and multicultural affairs, is the recipient of the 2017 Iverson Bell Award.

October 6, 2016

Cannedy Receives Distinguished Alumnus Award

Cannedy has been a dedicated mentor and recruiter of students from groups that are underrepresented in veterinary medicine...

June 29, 2016

Dr. Alfreda Johnson Webb Endowed Scholarship Announced

The fund will be used to subsidize the educational expenses of up to two students per year from groups that are Under-Represented in Veterinary Medicine...