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Ashley Krawshuk, VG25

a smiling individual with strawberry blond hair wearing a beige T-shirt and jean shorts walking 2 large dogs on the road

Biography

Massachusetts

B.A., Psychology, Hamilton College, 2024

Why did you choose to pursue this degree, and why did you choose Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine to pursue this degree?
Though I loved studying psychology in undergrad, I knew I ultimately wanted to find a career that focuses on animal welfare. I chose MAPP for so many reasons, with one being MAPP’s strong alumni network full of others with similar career interests to mine. Additionally, MAPP’s interdisciplinary nature regarding the human-animal relationship influenced me to choose the program, as it will allow me to gain a deeper breadth of knowledge and perspective regarding animal welfare.

What are your interests and/or experience relative to your program?
I am particularly interested in animal behavior, especially after my prior experience shadowing a pet behavior consultant. I also have strong interests regarding how companion animals can affect people’s physical and mental health.

What are your career goals after completing the program?
I know MAPP will guide me to a career that both advocates for animal welfare and deepens the human-animal bond. I look forward to seeing where the program takes me!