While at Harvard College, Oliver studied integrative biology and graduated with honors. He was the Co-President of Harvard College Pre-Veterinary Society, which helped guide undergrads to take the right classes and answer any questions about the pre-veterinary path. This leadership position led him to work with the Office of Career Services to start the Harvard Veterinary Network and keep Vets connected after finishing undergraduate studies.
Oliver also worked as a Student Researcher at Harvard Neuroscience Lab under the direction of Dr. Erin Hecht, specializing in canine behavior and Hopi Hoekstra’s lab genetics. After graduation, Oliver interned and worked part-time while in school at Anivive, a veterinary pharmaceutical start-up launching the first-ever fungal vaccine. He also worked in three different mixed and small animal, private veterinary practices. Amongst all this, Oliver eventually found his way to the Ohio State College of Veterinary Medicine.
As an admissions consultant, Oliver's true strengths lie in his ability to instill confidence in applicants, break down the process into manageable steps, and help identify the strengths and areas for improvement in their applications. He approaches admissions counseling similar to relationship building: crawl, walk, and then run. His team-oriented approach and desire to help others, qualities that are important in veterinary healthcare, make him an invaluable resource for aspiring veterinary students.
Oliver's recent experience navigating the admissions process himself provides him with an excellent perspective and empathy for the challenges faced by applicants. He is excited to work with the next generation of veterinary applicants, sharing his insights and guiding them through the intricate journey of securing a place in their dream veterinary program.