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Cortni Richard

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Bio

I am an optimistic, passionate, and driven student studying veterinary medicine. As a first-generation college student, I am working toward a challenging goal! I currently attend the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine as a DVM Candidate, Class of 2028. After earning my DVM, I plan to return to my home state of Maryland to practice. I am passionate about equine and mixed animal medicine, but I also hope to provide emergency care on a relief basis to help address the shortage of emergency veterinarians. As a future practitioner, I aim to prioritize high-quality patient care and thorough client communication. I believe that pet owners are an integral part of their pet’s care, so it is important to involve them in discussions and ensure they are able to provide informed consent for their pet’s treatment. At school, I am a leader and peer tutor, holding multiple positions both within clubs and in my class leadership: - Class of 2028: Historian - VMCVM DVM Student Ambassador - DVM Peer Tutor - SC-AAEP Event Coordinator Chair In addition to my leadership roles within clubs, I also serve as a student representative for several veterinary companies, acting as a liaison between the company and the student body. My goal as a representative is to provide veterinary students with resources, opportunities, and good food! - IndeVets Student Representative (2024–2026) - VETgirl Student Representative (2025–2027) Outside of school, I have two horses and a dog named Jellybean. I have my own small photography business, Wag Worthy Photography.

Education

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
2024 - 2028
  • Majors:
    • Veterinary Biomedical and Clinical Sciences
    • Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science and Related Fields, Other

Stevenson University

Bachelor's degree program
2020 - 2024
  • Majors:
    • Biology, General

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

    • Zoology/Animal Biology
    • Biology, General
    • Veterinary Biomedical and Clinical Sciences
    • Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians
  • Planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Veterinary

    • Dream career goals:

      Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

    • Special Events Assistant & Graphic Design

      Miller Brothers Productions, LLC
      2024 – Present1 year
    • DVM Peer Tutor

      Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine
      2025 – Present11 months
    • Student Representative

      VETgirl
      2025 – Present11 months
    • Student Representative

      IndeVets
      2024 – Present1 year
    • Veterinary Nurse

      Pikesville Animal Hospital
      2023 – 20241 year
    • Veterinary Technician

      Eldersburg Veterinary Hospital
      2021 – 20232 years
    • Veterinary Technician

      Emergency Animal Hospital of Ellicott City
      2022 – Present3 years

    Finances

    Finance Snapshot

    • Current tuition:

      29,784

      per year
    • I’m paying:

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    • Covered by student loans:

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    Loans

      Sports

      Cheerleading

      Varsity
      2017 – 20203 years

      Awards

      • Captain

      Dancing

      Club
      2010 – 20177 years

      Arts

      • Dance
        2010 – 2017

      Public services

      • Volunteering

        Travel Missionary
        2016 – 2016

      Future Interests

      Volunteering

      Entrepreneurship

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