Hometown: Cottonwood, AZ
Undergraduate Degree: Veterinary Science (University of Arizona)
Areas of Interest: Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care, Cardiology, Toxicology
In emergency and critical care, there’s no script—and for Bek Morgan, that’s exactly the appeal. After graduation, she’s headed to a one-year small animal rotating internship at VCA Emergency Animal Hospital & Referral Center in San Diego.
Bek has spent much of her time immersed in the fast-paced world of the ICU, working in the small animal ICU since her first year.
“Emergency medicine is fast, it’s unpredictable, and each day brings something new,” Bek said. “There’s nothing more rewarding than stabilizing a sick or injured animal and reuniting them with their owner.”
While she came to earn her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Bek says the most meaningful part of her experience has been the community. From classmates and faculty to the Emergency and Critical Care Club—and even her favorite local coffee shop—she’s felt supported every step of the way and will leave Pullman with much more than a degree.
“The friends I’ve made here are a huge part of helping me get through the past four years,” Bek said. “Also, special shoutout to Gypsy Java lotuses for single-handedly fueling my education.”
Through her work in the ICU and on clinics, Bek has developed not only her clinical skills, but also the mindset needed to succeed in veterinary medicine.
“One of the biggest things I’ve learned is that it’s never embarrassing to be wrong or to ask for help,” she said. “If anything, that’s how you get better.”
Fun Fact: Bek plans to learn how to surf when she moves to California.
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