GUVMA Big Vet Wee Vet

Starting a new chapter of your life in an unfamiliar city can be an intimidating experience and I’m sure there’s a lot on your mind. Where will I live? Will I have trouble making new friends? Where is the sun?
Answers to these questions, and more, are where your Big Vet comes in!
“Big Vet Wee Vet” is a student run mentorship program that pairs you with a like-minded “big” who was in your shoes just a few years ago. They have successfully navigated the potential pitfalls of adjusting to a difficult program and a new city and are there to help you do the same! Not only will your Big be a source of vet school wisdom, but they’ll also be a new friend (and will be sure to buy you your first pint, if you’re so inclined). We do our best to pair our big vets with incoming freshers based on our survey to make sure you’ll have a compatible mentor who has a similar life experience and will understand any specific difficulties you may have during the first few months. Who better to show a Wee Vet around than a Big Vet that has already been through it?
Feel free to ask them questions about everything from food recommendations to study advice. Your Big will be thereto offer firsthand experience and show you the ropes as you begin this adventure!
When do we meet our Bigs? As acceptances roll out throughout the summer, the BVWV coordinators will be matching you up with your Bigs so that you can get in touch via email or social media. Next, you’ll get to meet in person as school starts in September. We’ll host events like our traditional pub crawl through the West End and new events (yet to be announced) where you’ll be faced by various challenges to complete with your Big, with a prize for winners!
Finally, we’d like to congratulate you all on making it this far! Glasgow vets are known for working hard and playing harder. The journey towards realizing your dream starts here and we can’t wait to meet you!

You Big Vet Wee Vet Coordinators,
Alicea Grace, Caitlin Peck & Hannah Rich