Posts from January, 2016

The Eastern Wyoming College Veterinary Technology Club will be holding a dog wash on Friday, February 19^th.  Appointments will begin at 1:00 pm and walk-ins will be taken until 3:00 pm.  The dog wash will conclude at 6:00 pm.  A current rabies certificate is required to participate.

Pricing for the dog wash is as follows:

Bath:
Small Dog (0-20#) $8
Medium Dog (20.1-50#) $10
Large Dog (50.1 – 90#) $12
Extra Large Dog (90.1 and above) $14

Added charge for Long hair: (Require additional grooming and Drying Time)
Small – $3, Medium – $5, Large – $7, Extra Large – $9

Other Services:
Nail trim: $5

For appointments contact KaylaRae Lawrence:
Email:   lawrencek2945@ewcmail.wy.edu
Phone Number: 307.840.4644

EWC Veterinary Technology students earn trip to national conference. Participating students are shown with Rafiki at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Students left to right: Kim O’Connor, Michelle Bradford, KaylaRae Lawrence, Courtney Carroll, Ali Hajenga

Eastern Wyoming College would like to congratulate the veterinary technology students that were able to attend the North American Veterinary Community (NAVC) Conference, in Orlando, Florida. Kim O’Connor, Sturgis, SD; KaylaRae Lawrence, Riverton, WY; Ali Hajenga, Judith Gap, MT; Courtney Carroll, Evanston, WY and Michelle Bradford, Miles City, MT, earned their way to the conference through their participation in EWC’s Veterinary Technology Club. The group was chaperoned by veterinary technology instructor, Cristi Semmler CVT, B.S.

The Veterinary Technology Club raises funds for activities through concessions at sporting events on the EWC campus, and spending various Fridays and Saturdays bathing dogs from the Torrington area. These students accumulated points via participation in community service projects, and the above fundraising. Some students were so dedicated to the club activities that they accumulated more than double the necessary points for this trip.

Every year the sophomores, choose the conference they would like to attend. For the past 2 years, they have chosen NAVC. NAVC is an extremely large conference covering more than 3 resorts and this year the attendance was record setting with more than 17,000 attendees from all over the world. EWC’s veterinary technology students were part of a much smaller group as there was just under 900 veterinary and technician students in attendance.

While at the convention the students were able to attend lectures alongside veterinarians, credentialed technicians and support staff involving new products, and techniques in veterinary medicine. Some of the topics they enjoyed were the entire zoo medicine track, and a large animal lecture on triage of cattle post-accident during transport. There were also over 4,000 exhibitors in attendance showing the students advancements in the industry.

The learning opportunities presented to them were tremendous, but there was also time for fun outside of the conference activities. The students stayed at the Disney’s Pop Century Resort, took in Disney Springs and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The club sponsored a dinner at the Fulton Crab House, where the students enjoyed a variety of seafood.

“This conference has really opened up my eyes to the opportunities out in the world for veterinary technicians, after graduation,” shared Club President Kim O’Connor. Additional photos and details on this student trip are available at the Eastern Wyoming College Veterinary Technology Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/EWCVT1976.

Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid is a vital step in getting help to pay for college.  By attending FAFSA Frenzy on February 14 students and families can get free, expert help in filling out this important form.

FAFSA Frenzy will have two sessions, one from 2-4 pm and 5-7 pm February 14, 2016 at Eastern Wyoming College in Torrington.  College-bound students must complete the FAFSA to qualify for federal financial aid, as well as some types of state aid, scholarships and grants offered by many colleges, universities and vocational/technical schools.  FAFSA assistance is available to any student wanting to attend any college; all are welcome to attend this event.

Students 23 years of age or younger should attend the FAFSA Frenzy with their parents or guardians and bring their parents’ and their own completed 2014 or 2015 Internal Revenue Service 1040 tax returns, if available, or W-2 forms or other 2014 or 2015 income, asset and benefits information.  If parents cannot attend, students may attend alone, but they must bring the same income information.  Students 24 years of age or older may attend and bring their own completed 2014 or 2015 IRS 1040 tax returns, if available, or W-2 forms or other 2015 income, asset and benefits information.

All necessary materials, such as pens, pencils, computers to complete the FAFSA, and snacks will be provided.  This event is free and open to anyone seeking assistance with the FAFSA.  This year’s event will feature booths highlighting scholarships available at EWC, GI Veterans Benefits, University of Wyoming and transfer information, American Association of University Women (AAUW) membership opportunities, and information on work-study positions.  Representatives from TRiOs Educational Opportunity Centers will also be on hand to offer FAFSA assistance and general information on college admissions and application processes.

EWC will then host Lancer Look on Monday, February 15, 2016.  Lancer Look gives interested students the opportunity to tour the campus.  Students also meet with instructors and coaches and visit a class.  You can also find out more information about EWC scholarships, financial aid and housing.

Registration for Lancer Look will begin at 8:30 am in the EWC Fine Arts Center.  A drawing will be held for multiple book waivers valued at $250 courtesy of the EWC Foundation.

For more information about the FAFSA Frenzy call Susan Stephenson at 307.532.8325.  To register for Lancer Look, call Marisol Chavez at 307.532.8230.

Eastern Wyoming College is hosting Lancer Look on Monday, February 15, 2016.  Lancer Look is a visitation day that gives students the opportunity to tour the campus.  Students will also meet with instructors, coaches, activity sponsors, and visit a class.  Parents and students will also learn more about EWC scholarships and other federal financial aid, housing and enjoy lunch in the cafeteria.

Registration begins at 8:30 am in the lobby of the EWC Fine Arts Center.  Lunch will be provided and there will be drawings for book waivers valued at $250 provided by the EWC Foundation.

Interested students should preregister to attend Lancer Look.  Registration is available on the EWC website at ewc.wy.edu or by calling Marisol Chavez in the EWC Admissions office at 307.532.8230.

Students are also invited to attend FAFSA Frenzy which will be held on the prior Sunday, February 14 from 2-4 pm or 5-7 pm.  Financial aid experts will be available to assist with the completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).  For more information on FAFSA Frenzy contact EWC’s Director of Financial Aid, Susan Stephenson, at 307.532.8325.