• AAVMC names 2026–2027 Board of Directors
• NC State’s Kathryn Meurs appointed President and Board Chair
• Board includes deans and leaders from veterinary schools globally
• Leadership spans North America, Europe, and Australia
• Organization focuses on advancing veterinary education and research
The American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) has announced its 2026–2027 Board of Directors, with Kathryn Meurs, DVM, PhD, Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine at North Carolina State University, assuming the role of President and Board Chair.
Meurs brings extensive experience in veterinary education, research, and leadership, with a background spanning roles at North Carolina State University, Washington State University, and The Ohio State University. A board-certified cardiologist, her research has focused on the genetic basis of cardiac disease in companion animals.
Global Academic Leadership Representation
The newly appointed board includes veterinary school leaders from across multiple regions, reflecting AAVMC’s global membership and mission. Key roles include M. Daniel Givens (President-elect), Bonnie Rush (Immediate Past President), Stacy Anderson (Secretary), and Lorin Warnick (Treasurer), along with at-large directors representing institutions in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia.
The board also includes liaisons representing academic veterinary colleges, veterinary technology programs, and veterinary students, as well as AAVMC’s chief executive officer.
Advancing Veterinary Education and One Health
AAVMC, a professional association representing accredited veterinary colleges and schools worldwide, focuses on strengthening veterinary education, fostering research collaboration, and preparing the next generation of veterinarians.
The organization’s work spans key areas including zoonotic disease preparedness, food safety, antimicrobial resistance, and the evolving role of animals in society—aligning veterinary education with broader One Health priorities.
Meurs emphasized collaboration and innovation as priorities during her term, highlighting the role of academic veterinary medicine in addressing global health challenges.
Information sourced from the association’s news release.
