Equine Education

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Stoneleigh-Burnham School

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March 31, 2025

By Emilie Brady

Equine Colleges and Universities 

Centenary University offers Equine Studies and Pre-Vet programs

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April 7, 2025

By Staff Writers

LONG VALLEY, N.J.--The equine industry is as diverse and interesting as the incredible animals you will work with in our program.

Centenary University's Bachelor of Science in Equine Studies will provide you with a comprehensive background in the care and management of horses.

As an Equine Studies Major, you will have the opportunity to choose from many of the following degrees:

• BS In Equine Studies: Therapeutic Riding Management
• BS in Equine Studies: Equine Business Management
• BS in Equine Studies: Equine Training and Instruction
• BS in Equine Studies: Equestrian Media and Public Relations
• BS in Equine Science

For students looking to pursue an animal science career or graduate degree, Centenary offers a Bachelor of Science in Animal Health (Pre-Veterinary Track).

This program is offered through the collaborative effort of the Equine Studies department and the School of Natural, Health, Social and Behavioral Sciences at Centenary University.

Completion of this major will satisfy the stringent requirements of most accredited veterinary schools in the US, Canada, and abroad.

This curriculum uses the horse as an animal model, incorporating experiential learning into the curriculum immediately.

The fundamental principles and practical skills taught in this major provide an excellent foundation for individuals interested in any animal species.

Potential animal science careers include:

• Nutrition
• Physiology
• Technology
• Biomedical research
• The pharmaceutical industry

We will help you have a promising career with horses. We also offer many internship opportunities.

Come visit us soon!

For more information, go to www.centenaryuniversity.edu or call 908-852-1400 (x 7221).

Success in Veterinary School Admissions at Delaware Valley University

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April 1, 2025

By Staff Writers

Delaware Valley University students have an excellent success rate for acceptance to veterinary programs.

Over the last decade, countless alumni have attended veterinary schools across the country and around the world.

“The feedback we receive anecdotally is that our students are well prepared because they have worked directly with animals for four years. It has been especially noted that they have hands-on skills handling livestock,” said Linda Detwiler ’80, D.V.M, member, Board of Trustees.

Whether our students major in equine, small animal science, animal science, or biology, DelVal pre-veterinary students have significant experience due to the Experience360 program.

This sets our students apart from many other applicants who typically have just two years of experience working with animals during their college experience.

Seven of the top 25 veterinary schools in the U.S., per U.S. News & World Report 2023 rankings, are included in DelVal student acceptances for 2023 and 2024 graduates.

In Fall of 2022, 15 DelVal students were accepted and started veterinary school, including Nina Dellarte ’21, who graduated with a B.S. in Animal Science (Pre-Veterinary) and a minor in Equine Science.

She was accepted to the School of Veterinary Medicine at both Tufts University and the University of Pennsylvania.

She enrolled at Penn Veterinary and now serves as president of the class of 2025.

“Our programs place major emphasis on the safety and welfare of our horses,” said Dr. Cory Kieschnick ’07, Ed.D. ’22, chair of the Department of Equine Science and Management and director of Equestrian Teams at DelVal. “The concept of a ‘social license to operate’ has become a focus in our industry. This is not new for DelVal, in fact, it is incorporated in everything we do.”

In addition, the strong work ethic that our students bring every day along with daily opportunities for hands-on learning, really sets DelVal graduates apart in the field.

Contact us at https://delval.edu/ or call us at 215.489.2909

Study at the College of Central Florida, in the Horse Capital of the World!

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April 22, 2025

By Staff Writers

The College of Central Florida in Ocala offers many Equine studies Programs.

The programs provide many opportunities and training for students who are passionate about horses and seeking employment opportunities.

Students learn about the industry, visit prominent farms and veterinary clinics, participate in labs and develop life skills.

Course work is a mix of science and business skills.

Every day topics such as nutrition, health care, handling skills and equine behavior are part of the core curriculum.

The College of Central Florida has many courses of Equine Studies available to chose from.

Please visit our site at www.cf.edu and look at our many Equine Studies Program, or call 352-873-5800.

Harcum Veterinary Nursing students study at New Bolton Center

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March 31, 2025

By Staff Writers

BRYN MAWR, PA--Since 1975, Harcum College has partnered with the University of Pennsylvania Veterinary Hospitals (PennVet), educating compassionate and highly skilled veterinary nurses who support animal hospitals and clinics across the Delaware Valley.

Harcum’s six-semester Veterinary Nursing Program includes four semesters of coursework on Harcum’s main campus in Bryn Mawr, Pa.

The program, accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), provides students with invaluable hands-on experience as they care for over 30 animals residing on campus, all while attending classes that lead to licensure.

During their final two semesters, students complete clinical rotations at PennVet’s Ryan Veterinary Hospital in Philadelphia and the New Bolton Center (NBC) in Kennett Square.

One unique opportunity for Harcum Veterinary Nursing students is the ability to live on-site at the New Bolton Center (NBC) while completing the Large Animal Practicum.

For almost 50 years, students have resided at the "Harcum House," where they study and work alongside credentialed veterinary technicians who make up the NBC nursing staff.

These nurses are cross-trained to provide care in all areas of the hospital, including Emergency and Critical Care, Intensive Care, Neonatal Intensive Care, Internal Medicine, and Surgery.

Veterinary Nursing students rotate through all of these departments, gaining the knowledge and skills necessary to provide cutting-edge care.

There are now more opportunities than ever for veterinary nurses in clinical practice, education, industry, pharmaceuticals, research, sales, and virtually all animal-related fields.

In 2024, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics projected an almost 20% increase in growth for the veterinary industry.

On average, about 25,800 openings for veterinary nurses/technicians are expected each year over the next decade.

Along with the high demand for veterinary nurses, increased salaries have made this field more appealing than ever.

Each semester, Harcum hosts a job fair with local employers, with many who are Harcum graduates, eager to mentor and help guide the next generation of veterinary nurses.

Harcum College admits Veterinary Nursing students in both the fall and spring semesters.

For more information or to apply, visit www.harcum.edu/vet

A fire destroyed West Virginia University's barn, no horses hurt

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March 31, 2025

By Staff Writers

West Virginia University’s equine studies program suffered a structural fire to their university’s horse barn in mid-December.

The university’s horses were turned out that morning before the fire started at a piece of equipment parked outside the structure around midday.

Thankfully no horses or students were injured or lost due to the fire, but the barn was a total loss.

The team of working students at the University's JW Ruby Research Farm and the faculty lead moved quickly to source feed, bedding, and supplies to temporarily house the horses in portable stalls in the Multipurpose Building on site.

The equine studies program adapted to continue teaching courses uninterrupted, however large-scale horse shows and community events at the facility are being altered or cancelled until the insurance and rebuild process plays out.

The student-run Mountaineer Open Horse Show Series will operate with reduced stabling capacity and increased emphasis on haul in competitors.

The United States Dressage Federation competitions will also operate at reduced stabling capacity.

One USDF local affiliate, Three Rivers Equestrian Association, that produces sanctioned events at the facility has stepped up to offer a schooling show on Sunday May 4th with all proceeds going towards the rebuild of the WVU facilities.

The equine studies minor pairs with any major at WVU.

It is most commonly pursued by students majoring in Animal & Nutritional Sciences, Agribusiness and Applied Economics, Agriculture and Extension Education, Communication Studies, Marketing, and Pre-Clinical degrees.

Opportunities for students to be engaged outside of the classroom at WVU are endless.

Students can pursue competitive riding opportunities on our western and english Intercollegiate Horse Show Association teams and career development opportunities in the American Collegiate Horsemen’s Association.

WVU offers working student positions at the JW Ruby Research Farm for students interested in improving the hands-on horsemanship and professional skills sought by employers.

They also have on campus internship opportunities in equine events management and social media marketing, and many connections for internships across the country and around the globe.

To learn more about the WVU faculty, farm, and horses visit our full website: https://horses.wvu.edu/. To make a tax deductible donation to their barn rebuild fund visit: bit.ly/3Dd2jMt.