Graduate Spotlight - Sydni Wilson
Twenty-one-year-old Sydni Wilson from Hobart, Indiana, enrolled in the Certified Veterinary Assistant Program at Saint Joseph’s College after working as a doggy daycare handler. She gained hands-on experience at several animal clinics prior to enrolling to build her skills, which proved invaluable during her class time in the veterinary assistant program.
During her time at Saint Joseph's College, what stood out most was her instructor, Sara Legler, who brought a perfect balance of enjoyment and dedication to learning. Sara made classes engaging while keeping the primary focus on learning, always ensuring students were prepared for quizzes by providing extra notes and study materials. Her enthusiasm and commitment to student success helped Sydni and her classmates tackle challenging chapters with ease, even turning medical terminology into a fun game to make the material feel less daunting. Reflecting on Sydni’s journey, Sara Legler shared, “I am proud that my first ever CVA class has helped this young lady to pursue her dreams of working with animals and improving their care.”
Now, Sydni is working at St. John Animal Clinic, where she’s been for almost a month and a half. "I love every second of it," she says, grateful for her coworkers who "are amazing and always willing to teach me more and help out when I need it." Each day brings new challenges, which she finds motivating and fun. She has learned a range of skills, including "cytologies, urinalysis, running blood work, and getting a history on patients." Her goal is to become a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), and she plans to continue her education this March at Fox College in Tinley Park, Illinois.
To those interested in pursuing a similar career, Sydni advises, "Don’t give up. There have been plenty of days when I doubted myself or thought I wasn’t capable of achieving my dreams, but each day gets better. You just have to keep pushing yourself, even when it’s uncomfortable." She believes that success in the Veterinary Assistant Program at Saint Joseph's College requires "passion and dedication to your dreams," with hard work eventually leading to success.
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