IVSA Standing Committee on Veterinary Education, SCOVE

🏆 IVSA SCOVE's Ambassador of the Year – 2026 🏆

Today, we celebrate the outstanding dedication, consistency and impact of our incredible SCOVE Ambassadors throughout the year! 💙🌍
After months of inspiring advocacy, engagement and commitment to veterinary education, we're proud to announce our Ambassador of the Year winners:

🥇 1st Place: Sonika Shrestha Sonika Shrestha – IVSA Nepal 🇳🇵
🥈 2nd Place: Sasmit Khanal Sasmit Khanal – IVSA Nepal 🇳🇵
🥉 3rd Place: Abdulrahman Isah Abdulrahman Isah – IVSA Nigeria 🇳🇬

Each of you has demonstrated what it truly means to be a SCOVE Ambassador by actively promoting educational initiatives, inspiring fellow veterinary students, and strengthening our global community.

Thank you for your passion and unwavering commitment throughout the year. Your efforts have made a lasting impact and we are incredibly proud to celebrate your achievements.

Congratulations once again to our winners, and thank you to every SCOVE Ambassador who contributed to making this year a success. Together, we continue to learn, grow and inspire. 🌟

Ready to level up your diagnostic imaging skills? Join us for an exclusive hands-on workshop: "Ultrasonography in Small Animals"

Our Facilitators:
We are honored to have expert veterinary doctors from the Veterinary Practitioners' Association of Nepal (VPAN) leading this session! They will be sharing invaluable, practical insights and techniques to help you master small animal ultrasound in real-world clinical practice.

Date: Wednesday, 5th of August
Time: 14:15 - 16:30 (UTC +5:45)
Location:: 75th IVSA Congress, Nepal

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to sharpen your clinical toolkit with top local experts at this year's congress!

VPAN

🏆IVSA SCOVE's Ambassador of the Month - June 2026 🏆

It's time to give a massive shoutout to our latest Ambassador of the Month:
🏅 Sasmit Khanal Sasmit Khanal from IVSA Nepal🇳🇵

And special mentions to:
• Sonika Shreshta Sonika Shrestha - IVSA Nepal 🇳🇵
• Abdulrahman lsah Abdulrahman Isah - IVSA Nigeria 🇳🇬

Being a part of IVSA SCOVE is all about community and passion, and this person has shown plenty of both. You have truly set the bar high to start the year!

We're so grateful to have you on the team. Keep up the good work🌟

🧬Innovation Monday: The Silent Epidemic: Feline Obesity🧬

Obesity is currently the most common nutritional disorder in domestic cats, carrying severe risks like diabetes, liver failure, and joint pain. However, managing a cat's weight is no longer just about cutting calories. By utilizing smart tech, puzzle feeders, and biology-based diets, the focus has shifted toward embracing their natural instincts as indoor predators to keep them active and healthy.
​Are you doing enough to keep your indoor predator truly active?

Credits: Rumeysa Bektaş - Rumeysa Bektaş

🎉🌍 SCOVE Educational Grant 2026 – Winners Announcement 📚✨

IVSA SCOVE is delighted to announce the recipients of the SCOVE Educational Grant 2026!
After a thorough review of all submitted proposals, two Member Organizations stood out for their innovative, impactful and well-structured educational projects.
🏆 Congratulations to: IVSA Philippines & IVSA Paklihawa IVSA Nepal
These Member Organizations have been selected to receive funding of up to €500 to support the implementation of their educational initiatives aimed at advancing veterinary knowledge, skills development and student engagement within their communities.
We commend all applicants for their dedication to improving veterinary education and thank every Member Organization that submitted a proposal.
The quality of applications was truly inspiring and reflects the passion of veterinary students worldwide.

👏 Join us in celebrating IVSA Nepal and IVSA Philippines as they bring their exciting projects to life!
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🧬Innovation Monday: A Dog's Nose Print is Completely Unique🧬

Did you know a dog’s nose print is just as unique as a human fingerprint?

​The pattern of ridges and creases on their snout is completely individual to them. It's so distinct that countries like Japan have actually used nose prints to identify pets and reunite lost dogs with their owners.

​Next time you're hanging out with your pet, don't forget to take a closer look at their snout and appreciate the intricate details of nature!

Credits: Aisha Muhammad - Aisha Muhammad

🏆SCOVE X ROYAL CANIN GESTATION & REPRODUCTION QUIZ🏆

Ready for a challenge?? 🐶🐱

Put your knowledge to the test in the SCOVE X Royal Canin: Gestation & Reproduction Quiz! 🧬✨

Hosted on Kahoot from June 30th to July 4th, this is your chance to prove your expertise and win exciting prizes🤩🎁(to be announced!).

​📅 When: June 30 - July 4 on Kahoot!
🚨 Deadline: June 29, 2026
🎁 Prizes are waiting!

📎 Link: bit.ly/SCOVExRoyalCaninQuiz26 (Or Scan the QR Code!)

🏆IVSA SCOVE's Ambassador of the Month - May 2026 🏆

It's time to give a massive shoutout to our latest Ambassador of the Month:
🏅 Sonika Shrestha Sonika Shrestha from IVSA Nepal🇳🇵

And special mentions to:
• Sasmit Khanal Sasmit Khanal - IVSA Nepal 🇳🇵
• Abdulrahman lsah Abdulrahman Isah - IVSA Nigeria 🇳🇬

Being a part of IVSA SCOVE is all about community and passion, and this person has shown plenty of both. You
have truly set the bar high to start the year!

We're so grateful to have you on the team. Keep up the good work🌟

IVSA SCOVE x Purina Institute Webinar🌟

​"Dietary Management of Feline Chronic Kidney Disease: A Foundation for Clinical Success"

​Join us with Dr. Stacie Summers (DVM, PhD, DACVIM) for a deep dive into the essentials of feline Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). While the pathophysiology of CKD can be complex, the cornerstone of long-term management often lies right in the patient's food bowl.

​This session is designed specifically to help veterinary students bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world clinical application.

🎙️Dr. Stacie Summers DVM, PhD, DACVIM
📆​June 28, 2026
⏰3:00 PM UTC
💻Platform: Microsoft Teams
📎Link: https://bit.ly/NutritionDay2?r=qr

🎁Registered participants will have the opportunity to engage in quizzes and win exciting prizes + get e-certificates‼️

Whether you are preparing for small animal rotation or looking to sharpen your clinical nutrition skills for future feline practice, this webinar offers invaluable, research-backed insights you won't want to miss.

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🧬Innovation Monday: DIVA Vaccines🧬

Vaccinated or actually sick? Standard vaccines make it tough to tell the difference on a blood test, but DIVA vaccines completely solve that puzzle.

​By leaving out a specific marker antigen found in the wild virus, these smart vaccines allow us to easily spot the difference between protected animals and active infections. It is a massive win for managing major outbreaks like avian influenza and keeping international trade moving safely. 🔬✨

So, are you familiar with how DIVA vaccines are used in global disease eradication, or is this your first time hearing about them?

Credits: - Sruthy Sugathan