Tessa Williams
Hi, I’m Tessa!
I’m a DVM student from Idaho and completed my undergraduate studies at Idaho State University. I started the DVM program on the Washington campus as a member of the class of 2028. This is my first year as an ambassador.
I’d love to talk to you about life as a vet student, extracurriculars within the program, and how I navigated making my admissions decisions.
Areas of interest
- Equine sports medicine
- Large animal surgery
- Small ruminants & camelids
- Radiology
Club involvement
- Student Chapter of the American Association of Equine Practitioners
- Agriculture Animal Club
Extracurricular activities
- VTH ag animal service student worker
- Purina student Representative
- Student-Faculty Representative
- DVM anatomy lab student worker
That it is okay to struggle! In vet school, you are surrounded by brilliant individuals whether they be your peers, instructors or the support staff. Comparison is often our natural response and can wreak havoc on us mentally if we let it go unchecked. Struggling is one of the true indicators of making real progress. So, celebrate your struggle and let it remind you of your commitment to your own journey as you navigate this program.
As is evidenced by the school’s 125 years (and counting) of operation, the veterinary program at WSU has established itself as one based on knowledge from the past and innovation for the future. The curriculum follows a “non-tracking” model, allowing us as students to have a comprehensive understanding of all clinical areas/animal species before specialization. Our faculty are experts in their fields as well as experts in cultivating student success. The culture here is famously collaborative rather than competitive. Opportunities are abundant whether they be research related, outreach initiatives, or skills based. From the halls of our teaching hospital to the peer instructed Simulation Lab, WSU provides a veterinary education that aligns with the gold standard of medicine. This is a program that not only trains excellent veterinarians, but excellent individuals.
Life in Pullman is defined by its supportive community members, local establishments, and quiet ambiance against the backdrop of the Palouse. I have found it to be the ideal environment for focusing on vet school while still having access to the recreational activities that got me here (indoor and outdoor!). Whether it is an outing with friends or a ride on my horse along the rolling hills, Pullman is truly a place you can learn to call home throughout your time here!