Established in 2017 by the family of Dr. Doyle W. Simonsen, Class of 1940, in memory of their father and to honor his career in the field of veterinary medicine. Awarded to a student pursuing their DVM degree, with a GPA of 2.50 or higher, an interest in production animal medicine, and who is a graduate of an Iowa high school.

I want to work as a swine veterinarian who will work to create a more efficient, healthier pig while combatting issues such as climate change, antibiotic resistance, and more. I hope to make a positive impact on this world and do my part in feeding the global population.