SHELBY HIXON – CURRICULUM VITAE
404-275-7590
slh0041@auburn.edu
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:
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Dedicated to leadership and intense work ethic in team atmospheres as exemplified in extracurricular
activities and intercollegiate athletics.
Motivated and proficient in handling high-stress situations.
Exceptional desire and dedication to widening horizons and deepening overall knowledge of veterinary
medicine and public health.
EDUCATION:
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The University of Alabama; Tuscaloosa, AL
Bachelor of Science in Biology; Minor in Psychology; Honors College Graduate; May 2012
o Received the Presidential Scholarship for academic excellence in high school.
Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine; Auburn, AL
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Candidate; May 2016
o Awarded the Tyler J. and Frances F. Young Endowed Scholarship junior year.
o Received the Berner Charitable Scholarship fund freshman year.
RELATED EXPERIENCE:
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After Hours Surgical Support Team
Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine
Mrs. Trisha Kendall, LVT
January 2014-December 2014
o Worked as part of a team of veterinary students throughout second and third years of
veterinary school who were called to assist in after hour surgical emergencies both over the
weekend and in the overnight hours.
Tour Guide
Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine
Mrs. Kaye Storey
April 2013-current
o Led prospective students, parents, veterinarians, and veterinary officials on guided tours of
the AUCVM
Pet King Brands Student Representative
Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine
Naomi Kirby Sismour, DVM, MS
August 2014-December 2014
o Acted as the liaison for PKB Pet products, exposing students to PKB products through
informational emails, flyers, and samples of products formulated to treat common
veterinary dermatological problems.
Vet Camp Counselor and Instructor
Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine
Mrs. Kris Street
June 2014
o Created, organized and instructed the Public Health module to 50 high school students
interested in veterinary medicine with a focus on zoonotic disease, specifically rabies.
o Assisted in teaching a surgery wet lab, radiology wet lab, physical diagnosis wet lab and
equine wet lab for young, aspiring veterinarians.
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Student Director of the AUCVM Annual Conference
Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine
Mrs. Kris Street
January-April 2014
o Organized the conference by compiling informational packets for Veterinary Continuing
Education; Performed financial transactions; Problem solved and provided customer service
to attendees with registration issues.
o Welcomed and provided direction to veterinarians attending the conference; Conducted
tours of the new Wilford and Kate Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital.
Banfield Pet Hospital Student Job Program
Roswell, GA
Dr. Tim Cox (mentor), Dr. Kimberly Franklin
June-July 2013
o Completed all tasks of a veterinarian’s assistant, while also selling “Wellness Plans” to
clients, allowing me to gain proficiency in speaking to and dealing with clients from an
assortment of backgrounds.
o Given practical, hands-on instruction by the veterinarians; Maintained academic aptitude,
while providing instruction to other team members on areas of academic interest as chosen
by the veterinarians.
ATHLETIC ENDEAVORS:
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Auburn MMA (Brazilian Jiu Jitsu)—February 2015-Current
o Competed in NAGA Atlanta BJJ Tournament 2015.
o Champion of both the Novice No Gi and White Belt Gi Light Weight Divisions.
University of Alabama Swimming and Diving—August 2008- May 2012
o Scholar athlete member of this Intercollegiate Division I Southeastern Conference team.
o UA Swimming Athlete Representative: Leadership position awarded to two members of each
team at the University of Alabama who exhibit marked leadership skills.
o Four Time Southeastern Conference Academic Honor Roll Award Winner.
o Received the Debra Hobart Award Scholarship for tremendous dedication, perseverance,
and determination in athletics.
o Camp Counselor and Coach for two summers: Lived in the dormitories with up to 70 athletes
ages 7-15, acting as a coach by day and a counselor by night 3 weeks each summer. Acted as
instructor for the youngest group; Taught campers how to obtain a technically perfect
stroke; Led and entertained the troop.
Stingrays Swimming; Marietta, GA—September 1996- May 2012
o Georgia Swimming Athlete Representative for Stingrays Swimming: A leadership position
garnered as a junior and maintained through senior year, representing a team of more than
500 swimmers at conferences, etc.
o Received the Matt Stevens Dedication Award given to one athlete of a team of more than
500 who exemplifies dedication to Stingrays Swimming as well as to the sport of swimming.
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VOLUNTEER WORK:
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Laps for CF
Tuscaloosa, AL
Spring of 2009-2012
o Involved in consecutive years of hosting a fundraiser through University of Alabama
Swimming and Diving to support Cystic Fibrosis by putting on an athletic performance for
the community.
Tuscaloosa Post-Tornado Relief Work;
Tuscaloosa, AL
April-July 2011
o Assisted with tornado cleanup and city recovery; Chopped trees and consolidated trash and
rubble for pick-up.
Cherokee County Search and Rescue Dive Team
Woodstock, GA
June 2010- July 2011
o Experienced multiple training sessions, both swift and still water; Completed HazMat course
and swimming test.
o Completed a successful body recovery and weapon recovery.
Habitat for Humanity
Tuscaloosa, AL
April 2010
o Worked with my teammates at the University of Alabama to clean up neighborhoods and
build houses in the city of Tuscaloosa.
EXTERNSHIPS:
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Lackland Air Force Base Veterinary Services Externship (Chosen for position-yet to complete)
Lackland AFB , TX
MAJ Nic R. Cabano
February 2016
Army Externship at Fort Benning
Columbus, GA
Captain Knox, Captain McPeck, Major Madden
August 2013
o Gained experience in public health and military veterinary practice.
Business Externship with St. Clair Marketing Limited, St. Clair Marketing Inc., and Georgia Swimming;
Woodstock, GA
Mr. Stuart Hixon
July 2013
o Gained financial experience in multiple business settings on monthly closings, as well as the
weekly accounting jobs afforded to a treasurer and small business owner.
o Completed as part of the Business Certificate Program offered by the Veterinary Business
Medicine Association (VBMA).
Reef HQ Veterinary Program
Australia
Dr. Allison Stewart and Mr. Fred Nucifora
June 2014
o Learned about the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority and its jobs within this World
Heritage Park.
o Completed reef assessments both in the Reef HQ Aquarium and out on the Great Barrier
Reef.
o Experiential studies -- the turtle rehabilitation program, shark artificial insemination
procedure, and conservation dynamics.
o Visited Spyglass Beef Research Station and learned about the different population
management practices and research.
Ulysses Veterinary Clinic Externship
Townsville, QLD, AUS
Carol Esson MVSc BVSc BSc, Karen Wilson BVSc MPH
June-July 2014
o Performed multiple feline and canine spays and neuters alone and with help; acted as the
veterinarian’s assistant for all other aspects of the clinic.
o Gained experience in wildlife medicine.
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Emergi-Pet
Northport, AL
Drs. Wendt, Waggenheim, McCann and Campbell
July 2011-January 2012
o Experienced problem solving and working under stress and lack of sleep to save the lives of
injured animals.
o Monitored patients 24 hours a day for changes affecting the patient’s well-being.
May Veterinary Northridge
Northport, AL
Drs. May and Harshman
May 2011-July 2012
o Developed skills in a veterinary hospital setting by drawing blood, running complete blood
counts, transfusing blood in both dogs and cats, giving prescribed medications to boarded
animals, and shooting radiographs.
Towne and Country Veterinary Hospital
Tuscaloosa, AL
Drs. St. John and Neal
May-July 2011
o Worked as a veterinarian aide and increased versatility by traveling to horse farms and
holding animals while the veterinarian worked and explained his actions.
Animal Hospital of West Woodstock
Woodstock, GA
Drs. Cohen and Green
May-July 2010
o Aided in receiving patients (dogs and cats); Controlled patients during examinations;
Performed fecals, took weights and temperatures; Conducted heartworm tests, counted
medications, gave baths, and vaccinated the patients.
o Observed surgeries including but not limited to spays and neuters, growth removals, and
intestinal resectioning.
PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES, ASSOCIATIONS, CLUBS, ETC.:
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Treasurer for The Auburn Student Chapter of the American Veterinary Medical Association (SCAVMA)
Representative for the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine Surgery Club (AUCVMSC)
Class of 2016 from the inaugural year onward
Society for Theriogenology: Involved in mare palpation wet lab as well as a small animal collection.
Shelter Vets: Worked with puppies, kittens, dogs, and cats by completing full physical examinations,
administering dewormer and vaccines, drawing blood for heartworm, feline leukemia, and FIV tests, and
giving heartworm medications.
Veterinary Business Medicine Association (VBMA): Recipient of the Silver Level Business Certificate
National Society for Collegiate Scholars
Golden Key International: International Honor Society-an invitation-only honors society elevated by its
three pillars: academics, leadership, and service.
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