Aavmc's Diversity & Inclusion On Air: Conversations About Diversity, Inclusion & Veterinary Medicine

On this episode of AAVMC's Diversity and Inclusion on Air, Drs. Jaron Jones and Michael Bowie of the University of Florida's College of Veterinary Medicine discuss the intersection of leadership and diversity. It is well documented that diversity aids in better complex problem solving in tems and that leaders who value diversity tend to be better leaders in general. Drs. Jones and Bowie explore why cultural competency and humility should be considered leadership skills and the need for more diversity among veterinary leaders is essential for the future of the profession.

On this episode of AAVMC's Diversity and Inclusion on Air, Dr. Rachel Cezar-Martinez stops by to discuss the Multicultural Veterinary Medicine Association. An American complement to our show on BVEDS, the MCVMA exists to promote diversity and cultural competency within the veterinary profession in order to better serve a diverse, multicultural society. Find the group online at: www.facebook.com/groups/MCVMA/

On this episode of Diversity and Inclusion on Air, Drs. Partheeban Navaratnam and Marissa Robson discuss diversity and inclusion in veterinary medicine in the UK. The two founded the British Veterinary Ethnicity and Diversity Society to raise awareness and to increase diversity and inclusion across the country. Info referenced during the show: https://tinyurl.com/AAVMC-BVEDSinfo

On a special episode of the podcast we’ll explore the experiences of minority men in veterinary medicine. Men represent less than 20% of veterinary students and less than 50% of veterinarians in the US. When drilling down, minority men comprise only 3.5% of veterinary students. And while the gender wage gap is an important discussion in veterinary medicine, there is racialized wage gap as well. Guests: Drs. Michael Bailey, Stephan Carey, and Aubrey Lavizzo.

On this episode of Diversty and Inclusion on Air, guests Gilbert Patterson (LMU), Stacy Kenyon (private practitioner) and Andrew Allen (WSU) stop by to discuss rural practice in veterinary medicine. This is a great show to understand more about what a day in the life is like, how schools are recruiting and preparing students for this practice area and what are some of the unique challenges to rural practice. Additional Resources: Appalachia Regional Commission: https://www.arc.gov/ Rural America at at Glance 2018: https://tinyurl.com/RuralAmericaataGlance

On this episode of AAVMC's Diversity and Inclusion on Air, Tony Wynne, AAVMC's Director of Admissions and Recruitment stops by to talk about Generation Z and how this group might shape the future of veterinary medicine! Mr. Wynne also imparts a bit of advice to current VMCAS applicants as the deadline draws near!

On this episode of AAVMC's Diversity and Inclusion on Air, Monet Roberts, Assistant Director of the LGBTQIA Resource Center at the University of California, Davis joins the show to talk about the concept of Intersectionality and what that means for applicants, students and professionals in veterinary medicine!

On this episode of Diversity and Inclusion on Air, we explore the broadening use of gender neutral pronouns as a way of being more inclusive. How do we ask about preferred pronouns? What are the risks? What are the benefits? How many options are there? Luca Pax from QueerAsterisk is the featured guest! http://www.queerasterisk.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/LGBTQIAP-Etiquette-Guide-and-Glossary-of-Terms.pdf http://iheartsingularthey.com/ https://nonbinary.miraheze.org/wiki/History_of_nonbinary_gender This article has a breakdown of common nonbinary pronouns, and some other helpful tips on how to use your language to be inclusive and minimize harm: https://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/non-binary-pronouns-why-they-matter_us_5a03107be4b0230facb8419a

Dr. Jennifer Brandt, the Director of Wellbeing and Diversity Initiatives at the American Veterinary Medical Association visits to discuss the AVMA's diversity and inclusion efforts.

Dr. Meghan Herron of The Ohio State University stops by to discuss animal behavior and assistance animals. What kinds of behaviors should we expect from the different kinds of assistance animals? How is behavior different among service and emotional support animals?

On this episode of Diversity and Inclusion on Air, Dr. Melinda Merck stops by to talk about the Lesbian, Gay Veterinary Medical Association now known as the Pride Veterinary Medical Community (Pride VMC) and the role they play in advancing diversity in the veterinary profession

Access to veterinary medical care by the public is a big issue that can be influenced by numerous things including cost, location, and available transportation. Efforts to improve access are also wide ranging with ambulatory practices and low cost/no cost services as just two options. Drs. Michael Blackwell and Susan Krebsbach will discuss the mission and work of the Coalition and their hopes for improving the public’s access to veterinary care. Practitioners! You can take the survey discussed on this show by clicking this link! http://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/4132994/Maddie.

On this episode of Diversity and Inclusion on Air, Drs. Chris Clarke (University of Saskatchewan) and Joseph Taboada (LSU) visit to chat about diversity of technical competencies and essential standards required of incoming veterinary students. They discuss what new veterinarians are expected to physically do at the end of their studies.

Drs. Ralph Johnson and Candace Joy stop by to talk about diversity efforts among veterinary medical association executives and the upcoming VMAE ThinkWorks conference which will focus on diversity and inclusion in veterinary organizations.

On this episode, Drs. Gilbert John and Evelyn Galban visit to discuss Native Americans in Veterinary Medicine. They discuss the need for more diversity in the profession, veterinary needs across Indian Country and the challenges and triumphs in recruiting Native students

On this episode, Scott Lissner from The Ohio State University stops by to explain the different kinds of service and support animals and the laws that apply to them. Mr. Lissner serves as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator and 504 Compliance Officer at OSU

On this episode, Dr. Christine Stanley stopped by to discuss how to facilitate institutional change. Dr. Stanley is a nationally renowned leader in the diversity and inclusion space. This show highlighted how to promote change, leverage opportunities for change and foster a community commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Broadcasting from Lincoln Memorial University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Greenhill sits down with Dr. Randy Evans, Associate Dean for Career Services and Professional Development and discusses the newly established Lincoln Memorial University and the veterinary needs in the Appalachia Region!

On this episode of AAVMC's Diversity and Inclusion on Air, Drs. Mark Markel and Lynn Maki, of the University of Wisconsin, stop by to talk about the new diversity and inclusion language included in the Council on Education's accreditation standards.

On the first episode of Season 3, Dr. Kathy Wong Lau, Chief Diversity Officer at San Jose University, will sit down to chat about microaggressions. Dr. Wong Lau is an expert in intercultural communications and a leading consultant and trainer in diversity and inclusion. Microaggressions are statements, actions or incidents regarded as an instance of indirect, subtle, or unintentional discrimination against members of a marginalized group. Dr. Wong will help us understand how to recognize them and how to resist them in the veterinary community. Info on Dr. Wong Lau: http://www.sjsu.edu/diversity/