Susana Urias, a graduate from the University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine class of 2023, describes what it is like to be a veterinary student.

My inspiration to love and care for animals came to me at a very young age. My Mom would tell me stories about when she was younger working in the zoo; hearing about all the cool tasks she would do and how she would care for and provide for the different animals interested me. She would tell me how each animal had their own individual personality and special diet. Hearing her talk about her work really sparked my love for all types of animals big or small.