Vet Tech Program Staff Named Maine Vet Tech Of The Year

Allison Simpson, a woman with medium long hair held up with sunglasses smiles for the camera

Allison Simpson, MS, LVT, a long-time staff member of the University of Maine at Augusta Bangor Veterinary Technology Program, was recently awarded the inaugural Maine Veterinary Technician of the Year award. Nominated by peers across the state, the award was voted on by members of the Maine Veterinary Technician Association.

Ally has been part of the UMA Bangor Veterinary Technology Program since ’08 and is also a graduate of the program, earning her AS in veterinary technology degree in ’06. She is incredibly proud of the program’s growth over the past two decades. She remains committed to supporting the next generation of veterinary technicians through education, mentorship, and hands-on clinical training.

Her dedication to veterinary medicine, technician education, and the professional community continues to make a meaningful impact on students, colleagues, and the veterinary field throughout Maine. Congrats Ally!