AASV 2012 Annual Meeting Social Activities

 

SATURDAY, MARCH 10

PIC 50th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

Sponsored by PIC
Saturday, March 10
5:00 – 7:00 PM
Centennial Ballroom FGH (third level)

PIC is celebrating its 50th Anniversary! AASV attendees are invited to join

SUNDAY, MARCH 11

AASV PRAISE BREAKFAST

Sponsored by NEWSHAM CHOICE GENETICS and
BOEHRINGER INGELHEIM BROTHERS AND SISTERS IN CHRIST
Sunday, March 11
7:00 – 8:00 am
Mineral DEFG (third level)

Get your week off to a great start! Bring your family and gather with other AASV meeting attendees for breakfast, devotion, fellowship and singing! You’ll enjoy the presentation by special guest, Dr. Keith Flanagan from Christian Veterinary Mission – Haiti. He will share how God is at work in Haiti as well as recent experiences with Teschovirus. Your free will offering, along with support from our sponsors, 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 PFIZER ANIMAL HEALTH
Sunday, March 11
6:30 – 8:30 pm
Capitol Ballroom (4th level)

Pfizer Animal Health welcomes you to the 43rd Annual Meeting of the American Association of Swine Veterinarians!  No tickets required. Please join us to visit with friends and make new acquaintances.

MERCK ANIMAL HEALTH STUDENT RECEPTION

Sponsored by MERCK ANIMAL HEALTH
Sunday, March 11
8:30 – 11:00 pm
Centennial EFGH (third level)

Whether you’re a veterinarian or a veterinary student, you’re invited to attend the Student Reception at the AASV Annual Meeting, courtesy of Merck Animal Health. This evening of magical entertainment, contests, and refreshment provides a good opportunity for current and future swine veterinarians to interact and discuss employment and externship possibilities. The drawing for prizes in the veterinary student “Vet Hunt” will take place at the conclusion of the evening.


MONDAY, MARCH 12

SPOUSE HOSPITALITY SUITE

Monday, March 12
7:00 – 9:00 am
Agate ABC (third level)

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!

SPOUSES: AQUARIUM ADVENTURE & LUNCHEON

Monday, March 12
9:30 am –  2:30 pm
Tickets: $75 per person; space is limited; must be pre-registered
Registrants meet in the lobby of the Hyatt Regency by 9:15 am for departure.

AASV LUNCHEON

Sponsored by BOEHRINGER INGELHEIM VETMEDICA
Monday, March 12
12:30 – 2:00 pm
Capitol Ballroom (4th level)

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 Advancement in PRRS Research Award grants. We’ll also recognize the recipients of the Veterinary Student Scholarships and announce the results of the Student Poster Competition sponsored by Boehringer. Sorry, additional tickets to the luncheon are not available.

AASV AWARDS RECEPTION
& AASV FOUNDATION FUNDRAISING AUCTION

Sponsored by ELANCO ANIMAL HEALTH
Monday, March 12
6:30 – 8:30 pm
Capitol Ballroom (4th level)

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, followed by the exciting AASV Foundation live auction. Tickets for the reception are provided to all meeting registrants (in 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 13

AASV BUSINESS BREAKFAST

Tuesday, March 13
7:00 – 8:00 am
Centennial E (third level)

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 2012 AASV officers and board members. Your ticket is included with your meeting registration in your name badge holder.