Veterinailing It
‘Veterinariling It’ is for all veterinary students (and aspiring ones), graduates, nurses and techs who are neurodivergent, spoonies, disabled, or have imbalanced brain soup (anxiety, depression, BPD, etc.). We are a support group for those who are living life in hard mode, particularly with supporting students as they navigate the complexities and stresses of the veterinary science degree. We are here provide valuable advice for navigating and managing the degree with any of a wide variety of ailments, mostly from personal experience. We are here to let you know you are not alone in your challenges, we are here to listen to your difficulties, and we are here to celebrate your wins (no matter how small! All wins are wins!). We are neurodivergent, disabled, spoony and brain soupy veterinary things and we are Veterinailing It!
Come find us on Facebook and get involved.
Student Disability Support Services
Disability Services is where you go for extra time, quiet rooms, or any other special examination accommodation, as well as general campus set up and accommodation while you're at university. This service is for everyone who could do with a little bit more care and support during their time at university, whether you're neurodivergent, disabled, spoony, or have imbalanced brain soup (anxiety, depression, BPD, etc). If you are living life in hard mode, you deserve concessions to make it easier for you.
Check out the Massey support services here, or make contact with Sean Parker, our Disability & Inclusion Advisor, using the contact details found below.
Sean Parker (He/Him)
Disability & Inclusion Advisor, Manawatu
Massey University Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa
Location: Level 2, Registry Building, Palmerston North Campus.
Phone: +64 6 9516171
Email: s.i.parker@massey.ac.nz
Student Testimonial
“During a gap year, I travelled to Palmerston North to sit exams. However, my mental health suffered, preventing me from proceeding as planned. Despite some initial difficulties and reluctance to accommodate my situation, Sean stepped up to offer his unwavering support and advocacy.
Sean's determination and perseverance meant that suitable accommodations could be provided. I was able to sit exams in a safe environment, with my mental health being of utmost importance. His commitment to my well-being has given me newfound confidence in his ongoing support.
With Sean's assistance, I am confident I can tackle whatever challenges come my way, knowing that his steadfast support will always be there.”