IVSA Ghent - Belgium
What is IVSA?
IVSA Ghent - Belgium is a student-run organization that is part of a globally active organization, IVSA global. IVSA stands for the International Veterinary Students' Association, which means all our members are students who share a love for animals and are studying to become veterinarians. IVSA Global represents over 38,000 committed students from more than seventy countries.
We aim to help all animals and people around the world by sharing and promoting the international application of veterinary skills, knowledge, and education. We achieve this by organizing international exchanges with other IVSA member organizations, inviting speakers to discuss intercultural and international veterinary topics, and encouraging our students to study abroad.
Our Mission
Our mission is to promote animal health and welfare, enhance veterinary education, and encourage international collaboration among veterinary students. By working together, we strive to make a positive impact on the well-being of animals and communities worldwide.
We organize a variety of events to achieve these goals, including educational workshops, community outreach projects, and internationally oriented lectures. Our lectures feature international speakers who provide valuable tips and experiences on working abroad, with guests from countries like Australia, England, USA, South Africa, Canada, Hong Kong, and New Zealand.
One of the highlights of our year is the group exchange program. These exchanges offer an unforgettable opportunity to make lifelong friends, discover new cultures, and explore the veterinary practices of other countries. We’ve hosted exchanges with nations such as Malaysia, Spain, Sweden, Slovenia, Hungary, and Japan.
Meet the team!
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Trix Grooff,
President
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Hai-xia Swinnen,
Treasurer
Hii! I am Linde, 21 years old and currently in the first master. This year I am the Senior Exchange Officer of IVSA together with Cornelie.
We will organize the group exchanges and make/maintain contacts with the foreign IVSA's! I have always had a passion for traveling and would like to broaden my network, both at the study and internationally.
IVSA gives me that opportunity and I look forward to making it a fun and adventurous year with everyone!
Linde Schepers,
Senior Exchange Officer
Hello everyone, I’m Liselotte, and I’m honored to call myself the Vice-president of IVSA Ghent. The core principles of IVSA immediately appealed to me when I first heard about the association. Discovering the world, meeting new people, and studying veterinary medicine? In my opinion, that’s the perfect combination!
In my free time, you’ll find me in a sailboat or on a climbing wall, and I absolutely love being outdoors in nature. I’m also passionate about traveling - not the typical all-inclusive trips, but going on a real journey, sometimes a bit primitive, to truly discover the soul of a country.
This year I’m graduating as a veterinary student with a focus on equine medicine.
I feel grateful that in my final year I still have the chance to actively contribute to IVSA, which has played a truly meaningful role throughout my student life.
Liselotte Kars,
Vice-president
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Sema Nur,
Secretary
I'm Marie and currently in my first master of Veterinary Medicine. This is my 3th year with IVSA Ghent, where I'm taking on the role of Junior Exchange Officer together with Amélie. My main focus is on organizing activities for the Erasmus students, which gives me the opportunity to meet new people and build international connections. Besides my studies, I enjoy a cozy evening with friends, whether it's going out for food or drinks, or just having a relaxing Netflix night.
Marie Deweer,
Junior Exchange Officer
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Thomas Dijkman,
PR-extern
VDK-IVSA vertegenwoordiger
Hi! My name is Marie-Jeanne van Wonderen.
I’m currently in the first year of my Master’s in Veterinary Medicine. This year will be my first as a member of IVSA, and I’m thrilled to start as the PR Intern! I’m really looking forward to helping increase IVSA’s visibility and making use of my creativity in the process.
I’ll be working together with Amber and Pauline, and I’m confident we’ll form an enthusiastic and active team.
In my free time, I enjoy ice skating and love to travel, especially to explore new places and experience different cultures.
Marie-Jeanne Van Wonderen,
PR-intern
Hi there, I'm Cornelie! I'm 24 years old and I am one of IVSA Ghent's two senior exchange officers this year.
I get excited about meeting new people, other cultures and Belgian fries, making IVSA the perfect place for me to put my energy. It's super rewarding to introduce fellow students to new cultures and show them what's possible if you're willing to broaden your horizons.
I can't wait to make another insightful, inspiring and fun year happen.
Hope to see you at one of our events, exchanges or at campus - don't hesitate to get to know us!
Cornelie Ploeg,
Senior Exchange Officer
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Amélie Rombouts,
Junior Exchange Officer
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Pauline Van Camp,
PR-intern
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Thibault Blontrock,
Event manager
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Tatsiana Taldykina,
Event manager
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Amber ?,
PR-intern
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Margot,
Committee Communication Officer
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Marie Petitjean,
Event Manager
Heyhey, my name is Catharina Lemlijn. I am 21 years old and currently pursuing the third year of my bachelor’s degree in veterinary medicine. Alongside my studies, I am also active as the webmaster for the IVSA.
Outside my studies, I am passionate about travelling. I love discovering new countries, experiencing different cultures and meeting new people from all around the world.
Catharina Lemlijn,
Webmaster