DVMA Student Scholarships Application

The Delaware Veterinary Medical Association is pleased to offer veterinary students the opportunity to apply for 3 scholarships during the 2023/2024 academic year. Please choose the scholarships from the list below for which you are applying. You are eligible to apply for all scholarships using this one form.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: MARCH 31, 2024
DVMA/Merck Animal Health 2023/2024 Academic Year Student Scholarship

Co-sponsored by Merck Animal Health, this $2,500 scholarship will be awarded to a veterinary student in their second, third or fourth year of veterinary school. DVMA has established this scholarship for veterinary medical students from Delaware to assure the continuation of expert animal care and the scientific advancement of veterinary medicine.
CRITERIA FOR SELECTION:

1. Student must be a Delaware resident as defined by at least one of the following criteria: (a) Graduate of a Delaware high school, (b) Resident of Delaware for at least three years, and/or (c) Permanent mailing address in Delaware.

2. Student must have a grade point average of at least 2.5 to apply.

3. Scholarship is open to veterinary students having completed their first, second, or third year of veterinary school.

4. Previous recipients may apply; however, first preference will be given to new recipients.
Dr. Craig A. Stonesifer 2023/2024 Veterinary Scholarship for Academic Excellence

Dr. Craig A. Stonesifer graduated from University of Georgia School of Veterinary Medicine in 1968. After working in the Annapolis, Maryland area, he and Dr. William F. Moffett established Brenford Animal Hospital in Dover, Delaware in 1974. Over the years until his retirement in 2022, Dr. Stonesifer exemplified the standard of excellence in veterinary medicine and surgery, supporting his partners and associates intellectually and emotionally, mentoring and shepherding the doctors and staff. Because of his guidance, Brenford Animal Hospital has established this $2,500 scholarship for a veterinary student in perpetuity to honor his contributions to veterinary medicine and surgery in our state.
CRITERIA FOR SELECTION:

1. Student must be a Delaware resident as defined by at least one of the following criteria: (a) Graduate of a Delaware high school, (b) Resident of Delaware for at least three years, and/or (c) Permanent mailing address in Delaware.

2. Student must have a grade point average of at least 2.5 to apply.

3. Scholarship is open to veterinary students having completed their first, second, or third year of veterinary school.

4. Previous recipients may apply; however, first preference will be given to new recipients.
DVMA/NVA DEI Scholarship for Veterinary Students

DVMA is proud to offer the annual DEI Scholarship, co-sponsored by NVA, for one veterinary student. The $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a student who has completed at least their first year of veterinary school. DVMA has established this scholarship for students in Delaware who have advanced diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in their school and/or their community.
CRITERIA FOR SELECTION:

1. Student must be a Delaware resident as defined by at least one of the following criteria: (a) Graduate of a Delaware high school, (b) Resident of Delaware for at least three years, and/or (c) Permanent mailing address in Delaware.

2. Student must have a grade point average of at least 2.5 to apply.

3. Scholarship is open to veterinary students having completed their first, second, or third year of veterinary school.

4. Previous recipients may apply; however, first preference will be given to new recipients.

5. Students must demonstrate that they have advanced diversity, equity, and inclusion in their school and/or community.
Please indicate the scholarship(s) for which are you applying:*

DVMA/Merck Animal Health 2023/2024 Academic Year Student Scholarship ($2,500)Dr. Craig A. Stonesifer 2023/2024 Veterinary Scholarship for Academic Excellence ($2,500)DVMA/NVA 2023/2024 DEI Veterinary Student Scholarship ($1,000)
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State of Residency*
Veterinary School*
Year of Graduation*
Student ID Number*
Name of High School & Graduation Date (month/year)*
List Dates of Residence in Delaware*
College Education
Name of School #1*
School City/State*
Degree Received/GPA/Major/Attendance Dates*
Name of School #2
School City/State
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Awards
Name of Award/Sponsor/Date Awarded*
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Name of Award/Sponsor/Date Awarded
Professional Volunteer Activities/Community Involvement

Include organizations, offices held, honors received and major accomplishments
Work History

Include a brief description of employment that you feel improves your chances of success as a veterinarian
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Required Letters of Reference

Letters of reference should be from two or three professional persons. One must be from a veterinarian. A reference letter from a DVMA member is suggested, but not required.
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Where did you learn about the DVMA Scholarships?*
Are you a previous recipient of the a DVMA Scholarship?*

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If yes, which scholarship did you receive?

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Are you a previous applicant for a DVMA Student Scholarship?*

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Are you a student member of DVMA (no cost) - membership will be required*

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Are you a current recipient of a contract seat in your veterinary class through the Delaware Institute of Veterinary Medical Education (DIVME)*

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Personal Statement
Please include a personal statement (limit 3 double-spaced pages, size 12 font) explaining your special interests in veterinary medicine; an example of a success and a challenge you have faced thus far in your veterinary career; and future plans, including any plans you may have to return to the State of Delaware to practice veterinary medicine. If you are applying for the DEI Scholarship please also include information about something you have accomplished to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion either at your school or in your community.

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Veterinary School Transcript
Please provide an official transcript from your school of veterinary medicine*

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I certify that the information provided is accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that this information is confidential and will be used only by the Delaware Veterinary Medical Association Scholarship Committee for the purpose of selecting a recipient.

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Recipient selection by the Scholarship Committee is anticipated to be completed by April 15, 2024 and the winner will be announced by April 20, 2023. The winner is invited and encouraged to attend the DVMA Spring Conference in Georgetown, Delaware, on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 to be recognized during the lunch program.

Questions? Please contact Christine Gacono, CMP, at christine@devma.org.
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DVMA/Merck Animal Health 2023/2024 Academic Year Student Scholarship

Dr. Craig A. Stonesifer 2023/2024 Veterinary Scholarship for Academic Excellence

DVMA/NVA DEI Scholarship for Veterinary Students

Personal Information

College Education

Awards

Professional Volunteer Activities/Community Involvement

Work History

Required Letters of Reference

Personal Statement

Veterinary School Transcript