Summary
We are the Harper and Keele Zoological Society, a community of like-minded students in the veterinary and animal care worlds with an interest in exotic and zoological species. We welcome people of all levels of knowledge and experience! Do not be put off by the fact we are a new society, we cover a vast range of species and interests, with us currently having 6 species representatives for the following:
- Zoo and Large Exotics - Greg Stanger
- Wildlife and Rehabilitation - Katie Smith
- Marine Life - Eleanor Boardman
- Herpetology - Pavneet Ubhi
- Small mammals - Emily Castle
- Avians - Ryan Liggett
We will provide discounted access to talks with experts in their fields with opportunities for practicals and trips that build on the knowledge taught (please see calendar on the SU website). Furthermore, for veterinary students and students that need EMS or placements, we aim to provide contacts and support for accessing these fields, as we understand it can be difficult to know where to start. If you are interested in our society, please follow our Instagram and keep an eye on our story for more information on upcoming talks, events, and socials.
Membership:
Our memberships for 25/26 are:
Full membership - £5
Includes: Access to most talks/seminars (in person or teams), discounted rates for larger events and invites to potential socials. Not all events will be included in membership price; however this will be made clear at the time.
Contact Us:
Chair - Em Hirst: Contact for any urgent queries that my concern the whole society at y0d07@students.hkvets.ac.uk
Vice Chairs - Olivia Dwyer and Eloise Shepherd: If you cannot get a hold of Em for any urgent queries please contact them at y2g37@students.hkvets.ac.uk and x6r09@students.hkvets.ac.uk respectively
Secretary - Hannah Cook: Any queries of the society that are not immediately urgent ie. information on talks, ideas for socials etc. Please contact her at y0x09@students.hkvets.ac.uk
Treasurer - Sam Holt-Williams: Any financial/membership queries you may have. Please contact him at x7o34@students.hkvets.ac.uk
Wellbeing Officer - Gabby Fraser: Any wellbeing or mental health issues that are concerning you, Gabby is ready with a listening ear to help! Please contact her at y0w10@students.hkvets.ac.uk