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UF VMC sponsors two training programs for vet techs and receptionists
The UF Veterinary Medical Center is sponsoring a “Veterinary Receptionist Training Day” and a “Veterinary Technician Program” on Saturday, October 13, 2007 at the Hilton UF Conference Center. For registration information, visit the Division of Continuing Education web site

AAEP Conference
The American Association of Equine Practitioners Conference is scheduled for December 1-5, 2007 at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center, Orlando, Florida. Registration information is available at www.aaep.org. The UF College of Veterinary Medicine will host an alumni reception on Monday, December 3, 2007, in the Sanibel 1 at the Gaylord. More information will be available later.

CVM Alumni News

Dr. Greiner’s last ride in the Horse Farm Hundred – 10 years and 1,000 miles
Dr. Ellis Greiner, a well-known professor of infectious diseases challenges you to join Team VetMed for his last horse farm ride. Greiner has ridden with Team VetMed since its inaugural fundraiser ride in 1998. He says this is last year to ride the Horse Farm Hundred.

We ask that each Team VetMed rider raise $100 in sponsorships. In return, those riders will receive a custom-designed Team VetMed jersey. This year’s jersey is the anniversary jersey – 10 years/1000 miles. All the monies raised go the Horse Farm Hundred Scholarship fund. This fund has awarded 12 scholarships since its inception in 2000. Rider sponsorship forms are available on the Team VetMed Web site.

All riders must register with the Gainesville Cycle Club also.

Alumni Council Meeting November 3
The Fall Alumni Council Meeting is scheduled for Saturday, November 3 before the game. Exact meeting start time will be announced when the game kick-off time is announced.

UF Homecoming Weekend 2007 – Nation of Champions
The UF Homecoming Weekend 2007 is scheduled for November 2 & 3, 2007. The Gators take on the Vanderbilt Commodores in The Swamp.

Gator Growl headliners includes the legendary Lynyrd Skynyrd band and comedian Frank Caliendo.

The CVM has limited football tickets, Gator Growl tickets, and celebration meal tickets available for sale to our alumni. Go to www.vetmed.ufl.edu/alumni and click on Homecoming Celebration to submit your registration forms. Registration closes October 12, 2007.

Distinguished Awards nominations due November 15, 2007
It’s that time again to nominate outstanding alumni, deserving veterinarians and those who have served the college and their profession in some special way. We want your help to bring these deserving candidates to our attention for the Distinguished Awards program. The categories include:

Alumni of Achievement – must be a UF CVM graduate
Distinguished Service Award – must hold a DVM or Ph.D
Special Service Award – outstanding service to the UF CVM
Young Alumni Award – alumni who graduated 10 years or less

The nomination form is located on the CVM Alumni Affairs web site under Distinguished Awards program. Send completed nominations packets to the college.

For more information, contact:
CVM.alumni.affairs@vetmed.ufl.edu
or call 352-392-2213 x5200.

Himes Scholarship is closer to $100,000 goal
The James Himes Scholarship is close to the $100,000 goal which will qualify for a $50,000 state match gift.

Dr. Link Welborn, Class of 1980, challenges the Vet Med alumni to match the previous gifts in this scholarship fund.

With your help, the scholarship goal can be achieved and the amount of awards will increase to more deserving students. Make your gift online today.

In Loving Memory

Dr. Jack Mitchell, Class of 1999
It is with great sadness that we share information with you about an alumnus.

Dr. Jack Mitchell died August 16, 2007, in a drowning accident. Mitchell lived in Boca Raton and had practiced at the VCA Spanish River Animal Hospital for the last 8 years. The Mitchell family held a private burial service for him in Montana.

Cards and acknowledgments may be sent to his father, Mr. William Mitchell & Family, PO Box 145, Dillon, Montana 59725.

The VCA Spanish River Animal Hospital staff has established a scholarship fund in Mitchell’s name with the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine. For more information on this scholarship, contact Zoë Seale.

Dr. Victor Shille, professor emeritus
It is with heavy hearts that we convey to you the death of Dr. Victor Shille, professor emeritus of Theriogenology. Dr. Shille passed away Sept. 9, 2007 at his home.

Cards and acknowledgements may be sent to his wife, Mrs. Pat Shille & Family, 1807 NW 22nd Drive, Gainesville, Florida 32605.

The Gainesville Sun posted his obituary announcement in the Wednesday, Sept. 12 edition. Visit www.gainesville.com to sign his guest book.

Dr. Roger Montoya, Class of 1997
It is with great sadness that we share information with you about an alumnus.

Dr. Roger Montoya, Class of 1997, passed way Sept. 23, 2007, from his battle with cancer.

Dr. Montoya lived in Green Cove Springs, Florida, and had practiced medicine with Banfield, for a number of years.

Cards and acknowledgments may be sent to his mother, Mrs. Hilda Ingles, 2526 Russell Road, Green Cove Springs, Florida 32043-9492. You may also sign his on-line guest book at Jacksonville.com. A celebration of his life was held Saturday, September 29, 2007 at his home in Green Cove Springs.

Montoya's classmates have established a scholarship fund in his name with the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine. For more information on this scholarship, contact Zoe Seale.

Class Reunions

Class of 2002

The Class Representatives for 1983, 1988, 1993, 1998 and 2003 should start talking about class reunions for 2008.

Class reunion photos are posted on the alumni affairs web site. Check out your friends and classmates.

Stay in touch
We want to stay in touch with you, but it’s impossible if we don’t have your current address. If you change careers or change names, drop us a line at CVM.alumni.affairs@vetmed.ufl.edu.

Tailgate with the Gator Nation
If you are a member of the UF Alumni Association, you are invited to attend the pre-game Gator Nation Tailgates at Emerson Alumni Hall for home games. The fun starts 3 hours prior to kickoff of all home games and will feature food and beverages for sale, family fun, special guest appearances and big screen TV. The only way to take part in this for FREE, is become a UF Alumni Association member. (Non-members are charged admission)

All away game Gator Nation Tailgates are free and open to all Gators. Visit with Albert, the UF cheerleaders and the rest of the Gator Nation 3 hours prior to kickoff at every away game.

Inaugural Florida/Georgia Pep Rally
Will you be in Jacksonville for the 2007 Florida vs. Georgia football classic on October 27? If so, make plans to join the Gator Nation at the first ever Florida/ Georgia Pep Rally. Located just outside the Jacksonville Municipal Stadium at the baseball grounds of Jacksonville, this pep rally will have everything you need to get pumped up before the game.

Gates open 3 hours prior to kickoff with the pep rally starting 2 hours prior to kickoff. UF Alumni Association members are free, while non-members are charged $5 per person at the gate.

Membership in the UF Alumni Association
Membership in the UF Alumni Association is your direct link to Gator Nation. Not only does it allow you to outwardly demonstrate your Gator pride, but there are exclusive benefits just for members. Additionally, your membership dues directly support student scholarships, alumni programming and the University of Florida. Whether you are an alumnus, parent or a friend, you can join the UF Alumni Association. Be part of one of the top 15 alumni associations in the country.

UF Alumni Association members also have access to our online directory. Log on to the members only section to utilize this feature. Join Today!

F Book available
The F Book — the official go-to booklet for UF students, alumni and Gator fans — is available in the UF Bookstore or can be ordered on-line. The F Book includes important information about UF, such as academic policies, campus involvement and long-lived Gator traditions.

The book is $10.95 plus tax, and proceeds will go to the Student Alumni Association Scholarship Fund.

For information, call (800) 226-3015.

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