On December 2nd, 2025 close to 100 members of our One Community registered to attend the first live discussion of our year of research and relationship building.
We’re sharing the full VTNE study report and the slide deck from from that initial conversation. Keep an eye out on AVTE YouTube for the recording posted soon
To to be named a "Fellow of the Association (or Academy)" follows a long tradition of professional (especially medical) associations recognizing the whole work of individual's career, not just a single test or program. Tara Groves is the current chair of the AVTE Fellows committee so reach out if you have any questions and learn more about the AVTE Fellows program.
Tara Groves, BS LVT FVTE
Owensboro Community and Technical College (Owensboro, KY)
Stephanie Brown, FVTE, LVT of Tri-County Technical College was honored with the 2025 Margi Sirois Veterinary Technician Educator of the Year Award. This award honors the memory and legacy of Margi Sirois, EdD, MS, RVT, LAT. Margi was a fierce advocate for advancing veterinary technology and veterinary technician educators. Veterinary Technicians are teachers who model respectful and effective teamwork in their professional lives and assist their students in integrating these skills into their work and life.
Morehead State University Veterinary Technology Program was honored with the 2025 AVTE Program of the Year Award. MSU VTP has been fully accredited since 1977 and offers both associate and bachelor's degrees in veterinary technology. MSU VTP is located on a fully functional 350-acre farm home to more than three hundred farm animals. Read more about Morehead State in their Program Profile in JAVTE #13!
A few quotes from Morehead State's Nomination:
Ahead of vet tech week 2025, Pegasus Laboratories/PRN® Pharmacal is launching an awards program that celebrates the dedication, compassion, and clinical expertise of veterinary technicians.
Laura Lien, MS, CVT, VTS (LAIM) was honored with the first AVTE President’s Award for Lifetime Achievement. Sponsored in 2025 by Rarebreed Veterinary Partners, Laura was recognized for her standout career from a student and practitioner, instructor and program director, author to Assistant Director in the Division of Education and Research at the AVMA.
Here are just a few quotes from Laura's nomination: