Networking with some of the world's top equine veterinarians has inspired Charles Sturt University (CSU) veterinary science students Mr Thomas O'Brien (pictured) and Mr Brodie Argue. The two students from CSU's School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences in Wagga Wagga were awarded a young member scholarship by the Equine Veterinary Association to attend the Bain Fallon Memorial Lectures held recently in the Hunter Valley. Mr O'Brien said it was an honour to be one of only four young people, and the only two students, awarded the scholarship. "The conference brings some of the most highly regarded equine veterinarians in Australia and from overseas," he said.  "The networking opportunity was invaluable, I have a great passion for horses and the experience has reaffirmed my desire to become an equine surgeon."  Mr O'Brien, originally from Melbourne, will travel to the University of Edinburgh and the University of Kentucky later this year for his final year work placements. Mr Argue is also planning international study with further training in equine sport medicine and surgery in the United States later next year.