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UF veterinary college hosts annual Open House April 6
The UF College of Veterinary Medicine will host its annual Open House event, featuring tours, educational demonstrations, talks on how to get into veterinary school and much more, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 6.
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine will host its popular Open House event this year from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 6, promising a full day of educational demonstrations, tours and more for people of all ages.
The free event, to be held at the college, 2015 SW 16th Ave. in Gainesville, is organized by third-year UF veterinary students with support from the college and sponsors. Snacks and College of Veterinary Medicine merchandise will be sold, with proceeds benefiting UF veterinary students.
Numerous educational exhibits take place throughout the day. Many of the talks and demonstrations will highlight medical techniques used by UF veterinarians to treat animals. Pre-veterinary school advisory sessions will be at different times in the main auditorium.
There will be a food truck rally featuring local eateries, games and souvenirs. Children can also bring torn stuffed animals for repair at a teddy bear clinic.
Visit https://www.vetmed.ufl.edu/openhouse/ for more information, including the full program.
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