1. The Australian Veterinary Association

2. Presenter Background Name Role in the AVA Position Background ….. Contact email

3. Presentation Overview What is the AVA? Why join the AVA? Your student representative Student membership Member Benefits Online initiatives for students Student awards How to join

4. What is the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA)? A not for profit organisation that has over 8000 members and growing The only association that looks after and supports the concerns of the veterinary profession A network of veterinary related interest groups united under one banner

5. Why join the AVA? The only organisation representing your profession Joining forces is the only way to influence governments and the community on issues that matter to you. The AVA keeps you connected to your fellow veterinarians, as well as to the cutting edge of science. There are 21 Special Interest Groups to help you grow and develop as a professional.

6. Your student Representative Name What does a Student representative do? Your link to the AVA Brings your news to the AVA community Represents your university at the AVA Annual Conference and in AVA Policy Council Meetings Organises veterinary related events and gatherings at your university

7. Student Membership There are two types of AVA student members: Free student online membership No fees Access to online content and updates Premium student membership Small fee Extra benefits like ability to join SIGs Professional Indemnity Insurance Australian Veterinary Journal

8. Member Benefits All student members can enjoy the following: Access to free member hotlines Discount veterinary books from Wiley online Member rates for conference, events and seminars Discounts with VW car purchase, car hire, and great car loans through Investec and much more Online learning – Vet Ed Premium student members can also enjoy: Free Guild PI Insurance in Australia Opt-in to a hard copy of the AVJ Access to the 21 Special Interest Groups (SIGs)

9. Student Awards AVA Student Award recognises students, who through their academic work and participation in student affairs, are considered to be an asset to the student body, the veterinary profession and the association. AVA Prize for Undergraduates awarded to outstanding students in the subject of veterinary pathology. Don Kerr Veterinary Student Award for academic achievement and exceptional commitment to cattle medicine from a final year student from one of the veterinary schools.

10. How do I join? Right now! Complete and return the application form Online www.ava.com.au/membership/my- membership Email members@ava.com.au Phone 1300 137 309

11. Contacts Name email Tel Member Services members@ava.com.au 1300 137 309