1. Katherine “Katie” Becker
Address smit1019@purdue.edu
3425 Cheswick Ct. Apt. 3 (812) 483-6310
West Lafayette, IN 47906
Objective
Fourth Year Veterinary Medical Student
Seeking a position as an associate veterinarian in a small animal practice. Friendly and enjoy working with clients and
colleagues. Enjoy teaching and learning from my colleagues. Interested in working with externs or high school students. Also
interested in volunteering in the community.
Education
Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine, West Lafayette, IN
D.V.M. Candidate Expected, May 2017
Purdue University, College of Agriculture, West Lafayette, IN
Bachelor of Science in Animal Sciences, Pre-Veterinary Medicine May 2014
Professional Experience
Pleasant Paws Animal Hospital, Lebanon, Indiana
Veterinary Extern Sept 2016 to October 2016
 Observed surgeries and dental procedures; performed minor surgeries under supervision
 Performed physical examinations, assessed problems and determined treatment for grooming patients
 Discussed cases and assessments with the veterinary team
Village East Animal Hospital, Evansville, Indiana
Veterinary Extern Aug 2016 to Sept 2016
 Observed and assisted in surgeries, performed surgery under supervision
 Observed dentals and performed extractions under supervision
 Assessed patients and discussed treatment and diagnostics with veterinarians
Veterinary Assistant May 2011 to Dec 2014
 Communicated with clients and veterinary staff about animal health
 Aided in pre and post-surgical procedures and assisted with treatments
Kennel staff July 2008 to May 2011
 Medicated and managed up to forty animals while maintaining boarding kennel sanitation
Frankfort Animal Hospital, Frankfort, Indiana
Veterinary Assistant May 2015 to July 2015
 Collected brief history and conversed with veterinarian about patient plan prior to physical exam
 Assisted doctors in physical exams and treatments
All Pet Emergency Clinic, Evansville. Indiana
Veterinary Assistant May 2014 to Aug 2014
 Collected client history and provided information along with initial vitals to veterinarian
 Cared for hospitalized patients, triaged incoming patients, prepared and executed diagnostic testing
Monroe Veterinary Service, Monroe, Wisconsin
Large Animal Internship May 2012, 2013
 Week long unpaid internship in a primarily dairy practice
 Observed and aided in herd health checks and surgical procedures

2. Leadership
President, Christian Veterinary Fellowship Jan 2015 to Jan 2016
 Coordinated bi-weekly leadership meetings planning for the club, planned semester events
 Communicated with Christian Veterinary Mission at the national level
 Member from Fall 2013- current
Leader in ChiAlpha Christian Fellowship May 2012 to May 2013
 Prepared a group lesson once a month, led small group discussions weekly
 Assisted in club decision making
Management Chair, Purdue Animal Sciences Mentors April 2011 to May 2013
 Built structure and helped to establish the growing program in the Animal Sciences Department
 Evaluated student difficulties and implemented a new success plan
 Communicated with the Mentors team on mentee progress
International/Educational Experiences
Christian Veterinary Mission- Nicaragua Missions Trip Aug 2015
 Week long missions trip to Masaya, Nicaragua
 Provided small animal health clinics, spays and neuters for the community
 Provided large animal vaccinations, castrations and health screenings to the community
 Goal was to help the local church build relationships with the community
Purdue Study Abroad Programs-Haiti, Animal and Food Safety Service Learning Dec 2012
 Week long study abroad trip where we both taught and learned from local people
 Worked in teams to gather supplies, collect donations, and make presentations for students
 Gathered information for future trips, in order to better serve the community
Activities
 Student Chapter of the American Veterinary Medical Association (2013- current)
 Veterinary Business Management Association (2013- current)
 Merck Student Representative (2015- 2016)
Honors/Awards
 Dean’s List, Purdue College of Veterinary Medicine (2013-current)
 Omicron Chapter, Phi Zeta Society Member (Spring 2016- current)
 Frank O’Bannon Honors Higher Education Award (2014-current)
 Gabert Kramer Veterinary Scholarship (2016)