Join us in congratulating our students who’ve earned the Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Sciences with a Concentration in Shelter Medicine or Graduate Certificates in Shelter Medicine and Animal Shelter Leadership.
Through a rigorous curriculum, they’ve developed expertise in managing both individual animal and population health, behavioral wellbeing, animal shelter leadership, and improving outcomes for shelter animals. They are exceptionally prepared to contribute to the advancement of animal welfare, public health, and equitable access to veterinary care.
Our programs were created for practicing and aspiring animal shelter professionals, including veterinarians, shelter leaders, staff, and career changers. Learn more about our fully online graduate programs in Shelter Medicine.
Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Sciences, Concentration in Shelter Medicine
Graduate student
Sydney W. Brown
Fall 2025
Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Sciences, Concentration in Shelter Medicine
Currently:
Veterinary Assistant
Villa Rosa Veterinary Hospital
Wesley Chapel, Florida
USA
graduate student
Amber L. Elliott
Fall 2025
Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Sciences, Concentration in Shelter Medicine
Currently:
Reno, Nevada
USA
graduate student
Alexandria Folan-Burum
Fall 2025
Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Sciences, Concentration in Shelter Medicine
Currently:
High Springs, Florida
USA
Graduate Student
Bridget Haese-Schweitzer, RVT
Fall 2025
Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Sciences, Concentration in Shelter Medicine
Currently:
Senior Manager Surgery and Shelter Medicine
Humane Society Silicon Valley
Milpitas, California
USA
Graduate Student
Chandler V. Hogan
Fall 2025
Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Sciences, Concentration in Shelter Medicine
Currently:
Volunteer Coordinator
Athens-Clarke County Animal Services
Athens, Georgia
USA
Graduate Student
Philippa V. Kok
Fall 2025
Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Sciences, Concentration in Shelter Medicine
Currently:
Volunteer
Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation
New York, New York
USA
Graduate Student
Erika Oguro
Fall 2025
Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Sciences, Concentration in Shelter Medicine
Currently:
Director
Japan Animal Shelter Alliance
Tokyo
Japan
graduate student
Kaitlyn N. Purzycki
Fall 2025
Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Sciences, Concentration in Shelter Medicine
Currently:
Reproduction Veterinary Technician
The Seeing Eye
Morristown, New Jersey
USA
Graduate Student
Alexandra Stogner
Fall 2025
Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Sciences, Concentration in Shelter Medicine
Currently:
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
USA
Graduate student
Amy L. Sullivan
Fall 2025
Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Sciences, Concentration in Shelter Medicine
Currently:
Program Coordinator- Foster Care
Orange County Animal Services
Orlando, Florida
USA
Graduate Student
Taylor M. Tramontano
Fall 2025
Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Sciences, Concentration in Shelter Medicine
Currently:
Veterinary Assistant
The Silver Bluff Animal Clinic
Miami, Florida
USA
Graduate Certificates in Shelter Medicine and Animal Shelter Leadership
Graduate Student
Epiphany Z. Alford
Fall 2025
Graduate Certificate in Shelter Medicine
Currently:
Animal Services Manager
San Diego Humane Society
San Diego, California
USA
graduate student
Kerllos Atta-Alla
Fall 2025
Graduate Certificate in Shelter Medicine
Currently:
Bayonne, New Jersey
USA
GRADUATE STUDENT
Tessa Baillargeon
Fall 2025
Graduate Certificate in Shelter Medicine
Currently:
Graduate Student
University of New Hampshire
Durham, New Hampshire
USA
graduate student
Dr. Nicole Chevalier
Fall 2025
Graduate Certificate in Shelter Medicine
Currently:
Chief, Veterinary Services
Defense Health Agency
Falls Church, Virginia
USA
graduate student
Alison K. Hadley
Fall 2025
Graduate Certificate in Animal Shelter Leadership
Currently:
Executive Director
Guam Animals In Need (GAIN)
Tamuning
Guam
graduate student
Lilibeth Mamahua
Fall 2025
Graduate Certificate in Shelter Medicine
Currently:
Veterinary Assistant Lead
Bodhi Animal Hospital
San Diego, California
USA
Graduate Student
Meredith L. McLean
Fall 2025
Graduate Certificate in Animal Shelter Leadership
Currently:
Division Director
Collier County Domestic Animal Services
Naples, Florida
USA
GRADUATE STUDENT
Doreen M. Mulz
Fall 2025
Graduate Certificate in Animal Shelter Leadership
Currently:
Assistant Executive Director
All Kids Academy Head Start
San Diego, California
USA
Graduate Student
Dr. Caitlin E. Youde
Fall 2025
Graduate Certificate in Shelter Medicine
Currently:
Lead Shelter Veterinarian
The Lost Dogs Home
Melbourne, Victoria
Australia
