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Although university education in Germany is without tuition fees, the parental educational background influences the decision to study as well as the choice of subjects, and is linked to challenges that students face during the course of study. However, little is known about these aspects in veterinary medicine. In this study, the differences between the first-generation students (FGS) and continuing-generation students (CGS) in veterinary medicine, as well as the challenges (study entrance, financial situation, concerns about the future), are examined in order to identify any need for supportive action.

RCVS Academy launches new course to support veterinary surgeons returning to clinical practice after a break.

The current generation of students is grappling with a significant mental health crisis, with implications that extend beyond campus boundaries to affect society as a whole. This crisis manifests in various forms, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, substance abuse, and suicidal thoughts.

Chantal Duijn (Bureau Raak; NL) wrote a guide to help and guide young veterinarians in their early career.