University of Saskatchewan

Western College of Veterinary Medicine

Left to right: MVSc student Anupama Sharma, veterinary student Tara Bocking, PhD student Nicole House and researcher Dr. Baljit Singh. Photo: David Stobbe

One Health Leadership Experience

Leadership opportunity for first- and second-year students enrolled in U of S health science colleges

About 60 future health science professionals gathered at the University of Saskatchewan for Canada’s first student workshop on One Health from August 24-26, 2012. Initiated by the WCVM and supported by Pfizer Animal Health, the three-day workshop’s helped U of S health science students recognize linkages between human, animal and environmental health.

The workshop was the ideal fit for the U of S where One Health is a signature research area. As well, the U of S is the only Canadian university with a full range of health science colleges on one campus.

During the weekend, five high-profile speakers from North America shared insights with students and facilitated group discussions. Guest speakers included:

To encourage student-driven innovations in One Health, Drs. Evans and Raizenne announced the establishment of a $10,000 fund that will support U of S students’ efforts to enhance One Health initiatives on campus and in the community. It was an exciting kickoff to an event that we hope to offer next year to an even larger number of U of S students.
One Health Leadership Experience: Resources

The One Health leaders who gave PowerPoint presentations during the workshop have graciously allowed the U of S to provide copies of the presentations online. Please click on the following links to download the presentations: 

You're also welcome to listen to podcasts of the One Health leaders' presentations that are available through the WCVM (please note: due to technical difficulties, Capt. Montalvan's presentation is not available as a podcast).

Following the 2012 One Health Leadership Experience, a Facebook page was created for U of S students who are interested in discussing One Health-related initiatives: 

Additional One Health Presentations
Additional One Health Leadership Experience Resources
Sponsors

For more information, please contact:

Myrna MacDonald
Communications, WCVM
t/f: 306-225-4479 • Cell: 306-291-9950