March 18, 2026

Merck Animal Health awards US$50,000 in scholarships to veterinary students

Merck Animal Health awarded US$50,000 in scholarships to five veterinary students at the 57th American Association of Swine Veterinarians (AASV) Annual Meeting, held in Las Vegas, Nevada, the United States.

This continued commitment to the next generation of veterinarians in the swine industry was made possible by a partnership between the AASV Foundation and the Merck Animal Health Veterinary Student Scholarship Program.

"Supporting veterinary students is one of the most important investments we can make in the future of the livestock industry," said Justin Welsh, DVM, executive director of livestock technical services, Merck Animal Health. "These talented recipients have demonstrated a strong commitment to swine health and well-being, and we are proud to help them advance their education as they prepare for careers in the veterinary profession."

The following students were each awarded a $10,000 scholarship.

"The AASV and the AASV Foundation are grateful for Merck Animal Health's long-standing support for the AASVF-Merck Animal Health Veterinary Student Scholarship Program," said Harry Snelson, DVM, AASV's executive director. "This funding directly helps veterinary students who have chosen a career in swine medicine, easing some of the financial burden of their training at a time when educational costs continue to rise."

Second- and third-year students enrolled in American Veterinary Medical Association-accredited or recognised colleges of veterinary medicine in the United States, Canada, Mexico, South America and the Caribbean Islands are eligible for the scholarship.

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