AVC Students and Faculty Awarded for Excellence
The Atlantic Veterinary College at the University of Prince Edward Island recognized its students, faculty and staff on November 3 at the Annual AVC Recognition Night. More than 200 people gathered to honour the hard work and dedication of those who received awards.
"Our Recognition Night is a chance to acknowledge the hard work our students, staff, and faculty in all that they do here at the College," says Dr. Tim Ogilvie, Dean of AVC. "It is also a chance to thank our many donors who support and encourage our students to pursue excellence by financially supporting the various awards."
More than 50 awards were presented including the Mark D. H. Lawrence Memorial Award. This award was presented for the first time last night to Ameet Singh, fourth-year doctor of veterinary medicine student, for his demonstrated proficiency in small animal medicine and surgery as well as his leadership in community affairs. Memorial awards like this are a special way to help students and acknowledge their hard work while honouring the work and life of others.
In 2001, the Canadian veterinary community was saddened by the loss of Dr. Mark Lawrence in a skiing accident. A graduate of the Ontario Veterinary College, Mark was a successful small animal veterinarian and practice owner in Fredericton, New Brunswick who grew up in Amherst, Nova Scotia. His professional interests extended beyond his successful practice. He was a past president of the New Brunswick Veterinary Medical Association and served on the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association National Issues Committee. He was also very dedicated to his family.
"Mark was a passionate practitioner who loved veterinary medicine and he enjoyed handing on his skills. He would be delighted that this award given in his name is to someone who has the same commitment to life," said Dr. Anthony Lawrence, Dr. Mark Lawrence's father, last evening at the AVC Recognition Night.
Also presented was the Pfizer Carl J. Norden Distinguished Teacher Award. This award is presented to an outstanding teacher, who, through his or her ability, dedication, character and leadership contributes significantly to the advancement of the veterinary profession. Dr. Etienne Cand#244;tand#233; from AVC's Department of Companion Animals, was recognized this year for his ongoing commitment to the students at the AVC.
Anyone interested in donating to an AVC award such as the Mark D. H. Lawrence Memorial Award should contact the AVC Dean's Office at (902) 566-0801.
