About Us

Our Student Executive Board

Kayla Gilstorff


Kayla Gilstorff is a second-year veterinary student at Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine. She completed her bachelor's degree at Michigan State with a degree in Zoology. She is originally from Belleville, Michigan, and moved to Lansing once she began her college career. Kayla wanted to pursue veterinary medicine from a very young age and animals have been a major part of her life for as long as she can remember. She loves traveling and has enjoyed being able to combine her education and love for travel to learn so much in the field of veterinary medicine. Kayla's end goal in vet med has not been solidified as of yet, however, she would love to specialize or pursue zoo/exotic medicine. 


Jasmine Lapsley


Jasmine Lapsley is a second-year veterinary student at North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine. She is interested in emergency medicine, small animals and exotics, and international veterinary medicine. When she’s not studying, she enjoys playing the saxophone and traveling. Jasmine cannot wait to share her experiences from being a pre-vet student to now with others wanting to pursue vet med! 

Joshua Phillips

Joshua Phillips is a second-year veterinary student at the University of Florida. He is currently interested in emergency medicine and mixed animal practice. On his time off, he enjoys hiking, kayaking, and hanging out with family and friends. He looks forward to sharing his experiences and connecting with NPVC members about the world of vet med through the eyes of someone who was once in their shoes. Josh looks forward to helping as much as he can!