Merck awards $90,000 in future cattle vet scholarships

Merck Animal Health recently awarded $90,000 in scholarships to nine aspiring bovine veterinarians in collaboration with the American Association of Bovine Practitioners Foundation.

The recipients of the Merck Animal Health Bovine Veterinary Student Recognition Award were selected based on their academic performance, career aspirations, work experience, and passion for veterinary medicine. Each student received a $10,000 scholarship during the 2024 AABP Annual Conference, held in Columbus, Ohio, from September 12-14.

The 2024 scholarship winners are:

• Alyssa Hoyle, Oklahoma State University
• Derrick Knill, Ontario Veterinary College
• Madelaine Kuwada, North Carolina State University
• Cady McGehee, University of Wisconsin
• Mikayla Ringelberg, Ontario Veterinary College
• Emma Sells, Washington State University
• Jayden (Hanna) Simpson, Kansas State University
• Sierra Shelit, Kansas State University
• Matthew Vander Poel, University of Wisconsin

“Merck Animal Health is proud to honor these veterinary students who represent the future of cattle care,” said Dr. Justin Welsh, executive director of livestock technical services at Merck Animal Health. “These outstanding students reflect our mission to advance the science of healthier animals. Their dedication will strengthen the veterinary field.”

Dr. Fred Gingrich II, executive director of AABP, expressed his gratitude for Merck’s partnership. “We deeply appreciate Merck Animal Health’s continued support. These scholarship recipients have the talent and determination to ensure the future success of the cattle industry.”

Founded in 1965, the AABP is an international association of more than 5,000 veterinarians and veterinary students committed to promoting cattle health and welfare. More information about the association can be found at aabp.org.