Meet Our 2026 Summer Master’s Degree Graduates

Please join us in celebrating our Summer 2026 graduates who have earned the Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Sciences with a Concentration in Shelter Medicine.

Their graduate education has prepared them to address the complex challenges facing today’s animal shelters and communities. With advanced training in shelter medicine and leadership, they leave the program ready to improve animal welfare, protect public health, and expand access to compassionate, evidence-based 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

Kerllos Atta-Alla

Summer 2026
Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Sciences, Concentration in Shelter Medicine

Currently:
Bayonne, New Jersey
USA

Kerllos Atta-Alla

Graduate Student

Alisyn Berenato

Summer 2026
Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Sciences, Concentration in Shelter Medicine

Currently:
Veterinary Student
St. Matthew’s University
Grand Cayman
Cayman Islands

Alisyn Berenato

Graduate Student

Alexandria Boyd

Summer 2026
Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Sciences, Concentration in Shelter Medicine

Currently:
Practice Manager, CityVet
Waxhaw, North Carolina
USA

Alexandria Boyd with calico cat

Graduate Student

Sarah J. Collins

Summer 2026
Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Sciences, Concentration in Shelter Medicine

Currently:
Population Manager, Basseterre Animal Rescue Centre (BARC)
St. Kitts
St. Kitts

Sarah J. Collins

Graduate Student

Alexandria C. Fullen

Summer 2026
Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Sciences, Concentration in Shelter Medicine

Currently:
Saltville, Virginia
USA

Alexandria C. Fullen

graduate student

Jada B. Ocasio

Summer 2026
Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Sciences, Concentration in Shelter Medicine

Currently:
Kennel Assistant, Big Creek Animal Hospital
Cumming, Georgia
USA

Jada B. Ocasio and her Pug, Pillie. Jada is a huge Pug lover.

Graduate Student

Dr. Emily J. Seidl

Summer 2026
Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Sciences, Concentration in Shelter Medicine

Currently:
Relief Veterinarian
Cinnaminson, New Jersey
USA

Dr. Emily J. Seidl

graduate student

Dr. Vanessa Whitfield-Pateman

Summer 2026
Master of Science in Veterinary Medical Sciences, Concentration in Shelter Medicine

Currently:
Lead Vet for Branches
RSPCA England & Wales
Manchester
UK

Dr. Vanessa Whitfield-Pateman