AASV 2008 ANNUAL MEETING
SOCIAL PROGRAM
SATURDAY, MARCH 8
SATURDAY NIGHT RECEPTION
Sponsored by SCHERING-PLOUGH ANIMAL HEALTH
Saturday, March 8
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Sheraton San Diego Pavilion
You're invited to the opening night reception on Saturday evening (March 8) at the AASV Annual Meeting in San Diego! Sail into the annual meeting with refreshments, buffet dining and live interactive music at the Sheraton Bayside Pavilion overlooking San Diego Bay. The evening - sponsored by Schering-Plough Animal Health - begins at 6:30 pm and continues until 8:30 pm. There will be placards in the Sheraton Hotel lobby directing you to the Bayside Pavilion.
AASV INTERNET KIOSK
Sponsored by NOVARTIS ANIMAL HEALTH US, Inc.
Saturday, March 8 – Tuesday, March 11
Do you need to let loved ones know you arrived safely? Check the status of work back at the office? Confirm flight plans? Check your email? No problem – just visit the AASV Internet Kiosk. Thanks to Novartis Animal Health, you can stay connected to the rest of the world while you get away from it all in Orlando!
SUNDAY, MARCH 9
AASV PRAYER BREAKFAST
Sponsored by NEWSHAM CHOICE GENETICS
Sunday, March 9
7:00 – 8:00 am
Harbor Island III
Get your week off to a great start. You may be away from your home congregation, but you’ll find friends and fellowship at the AASV Prayer Breakfast. Bring your family and gather with other AASV meeting attendees for breakfast and a devotion led by Dr. Tom Wetzell. Your free will offering, along with support from Newsham Choice Genetics, will defray the cost of the breakfast. The devotion will conclude by 8:00 am to allow you to attend the pre-conference seminars, but feel free to stay and visit if you wish. All AASV meeting attendees and their family members are welcome!
WELCOME RECEPTION
Sponsored by FORT DODGE ANIMAL HEALTH and WYETH ANIMAL HEALTH
Sunday, March 9
6:30 – 8:30 pm
Sheraton San Diego Pavilion
Fort Dodge Animal Health welcomes you to the 39th Annual Meeting of the American Association of Swine Veterinarians at the Sunday evening Welcome Reception. Please join us in the Pavilion from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm to visit with friends and make new acquaintances. Enjoy the beef carving stations to the chocolate fountain stand as we embark on another successful meeting, "Building on Our Strengths." No ticket needed!
STUDENT RECEPTION
Sponsored by INTERVET
Sunday, March 9
8:30 – 11:00 am
Grande A
Whether you’re a veterinarian or a veterinary student, you’re invited to attend the Student Reception at the AASV Annual Meeting, courtesy of Intervet. This evening of entertainment and refreshment provides a good opportunity for current and future swine veterinarians to interact and discuss employment and externship possibilities. The winners of the vet student “Business Card Scavenger Hunt” will be announced at the conclusion of the evening.
MONDAY, MARCH 10
SPOUSE HOSPITALITY SUITE
Monday, March 10
7:00 – 10:00 am
Marina V
All AASV spouses (and children) are invited to this informal gathering. A continental breakfast is provided by the AASV. Visit with old friends and make new ones while you enjoy pastries, coffee and juice. If you don’t already have plans for the day, this is a great place to get ideas and get going!
SAN DIEGO HARBOR CRUISE AND CITY TOUR
Monday, March 10
9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Meet in Grande Foyer at 9:15 am to board bus for departure
Fee: $100 per person. Advanced registration required.
Welcome to San Diego, the "birthplace" of California and its second largest city! Sit back and enjoy colorful anecdotes, humorous stories and well-researched historical facts as you view and visit a variety of San Diego's most interesting sights with AASV's "First Lady" Nancy Olsen.
Your guided tour will begin with narrated transportation to the Harbor Cruise dock for a one-hour cruise of the San Diego bay, providing a unique perspective of the city and its maritime attractions.
Once back on land, your narrated tour of the city will continue with drive-by sightseeing of San Diego's Balboa Park, the historic Gaslamp Quarter, and Old Town as you make your way through the city to Casa Guadalajara, where you'll enjoy a delightful luncheon of traditional Mexican fare.
After lunch, you'll have free time to explore and shop in Old Town State Park - "Where San Diego Began" - celebrating San Diego's Spanish and Mexican heritage. Old Town San Diego is brimming with historical sites, and home to some of San Diego's best shops and cantinas.
Transportation, tour guide, lunch, and gratuities are all included in the tour registration fee. Advance registration is required and space is limited, so register early!
AASV LUNCHEON
Sponsored by BOEHRINGER INGELHEIM VETMEDICA
Monday, March 10
12:30 – 2:00 pm
Sheraton San Diego Pavilion
After a motivating and information-packed morning, refuel with a satisfying lunch! You’ll find your lunch ticket tucked in your name badge. Luncheon sponsor Boehringer Ingelheim will be announcing the recipients of their three $25,000 Advancement in PRRS Research Award grants. We’ll also recognize the recipients of the Veterinary Student Scholarships. Sorry, additional tickets to the luncheon are not available.
AASV AWARDS RECEPTION
& AASV FOUNDATION FUNDRAISING AUCTION
Sponsored by ELANCO ANIMAL HEALTH
Monday, March 10
6:30 – 9:30 pm
Sheraton San Diego Pavilion
Come enjoy a casual atmosphere and an inviting food and beverage buffet. While you dine, watch the AASV slide presentation – you’re sure to see some familiar faces – maybe one of them will be yours! The highlight of the evening will be the presentation of the prestigious AASV Awards. Tickets for the reception are provided to all meeting registrants (check your name badge holder). Tickets for accompanying adults are available for $10.00; children under twelve are free. Make sure to bring your tickets with you; you’ll need them to obtain your beverages.
TUESDAY, MARCH 11
AASV BUSINESS BREAKFAST
Tuesday, March 11
7:00 – 8:00 am
Harbor Island III
Fuel up for the last day of the meeting with a hot breakfast. We’ll bring you up to date on AASV business and you’ll meet the newly elected 2008 AASV officers. Your ticket is included with your meeting registration in your name badge holder.
FRENCH MEMBER BREAKFAST
Tuesday, March 11
7:00 – 8:00 am
Marina II
Enjoy breakfast with your French-speaking AASV colleagues!
SPANISH MEMBER BREAKFAST
Tuesday, March 11
7:00 – 8:00 am
Marina VI
Enjoy breakfast with your Spanish-speaking AASV colleagues!
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