Broad Spectrum Veterinary Student Association: April 2015

About Our Organization

Mission Statement
Broad Spectrum Veterinary Student Association’s mission is to connect, support and empower community for LGBT+* students and allies across veterinary education.
*LGBT + will be used as an inclusive acronym for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, Queer,Questioning, Asexual and others who self-identify on the sexual orientation and/or gender expression continuums.

Vision Statement
Broad Spectrum desires greater support and a sense of community for all LGBT+ students and allies throughout veterinary medical education. We actively strive to counter episodes of bigotry and marginalization with positive messages of diversity and inclusion. We have healthy, supportive and encouraging relationships with pre-veterinary, veterinary and graduate students, faculty, staff and administrators. We are known for advocating for the respect and equality of seen and unseen LGBT+ members in the academic veterinary community and beyond. We contribute to the development of safe and welcoming veterinary school environments for pre- and current veterinary students. Broad Spectrum makes veterinary schools more inclusive for all students, especially LGBT+ students. We accomplish this by starting important and courageous conversations about LGBT+ inclusion, in addition to maintaining much needed support for LGBT+ students in veterinary medicine.

Our History
We were founded in 2011 at the SAVMA Symposium hosted by UC Davis. The name 'Broad Spectrum' came out of a calculated attempt to be as inclusive as possible to any student who falls anywhere on the spectra of sexuality, sex, or gender. We welcome all students no matter their sexuality, gender identity, or gender expression. And yes, allies, this means we welcome you, too!

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Sunday, April 12, 2015

Join Broad Spectrum National Student Leadership!

Looking for more involvement and leadership experience?

Consider a national leadership position with Broad Spectrum Veterinary Student Association. Below are descriptions of the available positions for next year's term. Please email broadspectrumoutreach@gmail.com with a quick note describing why you feel you would be a great fit by May 1, 2015. If you have any additional questions, please feel to contact us.

Much Love and Tolerance,

Broad Spectrum Veterinary Student Association National Co-Chairs

Amanda Fischer, MS, DVM Candidate Class of 2015 Cornell University

Leo Holguin, RVTg, DVM Candidate Class of 2016 WesternU