Thu Sep 12 15:36:00 UTC 2024: ## K-State College of Veterinary Medicine Awards Scholarships to Address Rural Vet Shortage

**Manhattan, Kansas** – The Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine has announced five recipients of a new scholarship program aimed at tackling the shortage of rural veterinarians while increasing access to veterinary education.

The **RUSH DVM** (Rural and Underrepresented Scholarship for Hopeful Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Students) program, funded by a $250,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, supports students from diverse backgrounds with a commitment to serving rural communities.

The inaugural recipients include:

* **Jentri Reamy** of Owasso, Oklahoma
* **Eric Lorenz** of Monte Vista, Colorado
* **Joshua Waller** of Trinidad, Colorado
* **Zachary Wolfer** of Fillmore, New York
* **Sergio Castro** of Dallas, Texas

Reamy expressed gratitude for the scholarship, saying, “Pursuing a veterinary education is not inexpensive… with this kind of support, we as students are able to come into the program with a little less financial stress.” She plans to focus on rural food animal medicine after graduation.

The RUSH DVM program aligns with the USDA’s goal of increasing the diversity of the food and agricultural workforce. The scholarships will provide crucial financial aid to students who may not have otherwise been able to pursue veterinary medicine.

**This scholarship program represents a significant step in addressing the ongoing shortage of rural veterinarians, a critical issue that directly impacts the health and well-being of livestock and communities across the country.**

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