Lake Erie College offers a program that has been shaping the equine indusry for 70 years
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- March 31, 2026
- By Staff Writers
At Lake Erie College, the rhythm of hoofbeats carries more than tradition.
It tells the story of a program that has been shaping the equine industry for more than 70 years.
In 1955, renowned horseman Laddie Andahazy began with just a handful of horses and a bold vision.
Today, that vision has grown into a vibrant, hands on learning experience where passion meets purpose and students step directly into the world they aspire to join.
From the moment they arrive, Equine Studies students are invited to design an education as dynamic as the industry itself.
With five majors, options for concentrations, and the ability to double major, each student builds a path that reflects their goals.
The result is more than a degree.
It is a foundation for a career.
Graduates leave prepared to lead in areas such as training, competition, business, marketing, and nonprofit work, backed by real experience and professional confidence.
Learning here is active, immersive, and unmistakably real.
Students do not just study horses.
They care for them, train alongside them, and learn the daily rhythm of a working equine facility.
Every ride, every barn shift, and every class builds practical skill and industry awareness that sets Lake Erie College graduates apart.
Opportunities stretch well beyond the barn.
As a PATH International Premier Accredited Center, students gain experience in adaptive horsemanship while making a meaningful impact in the community.
On campus, they connect with industry leaders through programs such as United States Hunter Jumper Association Instructor Credentialing clinics, building networks that open doors long before graduation.
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nnovation continues with the Equine Fitness Management and Rehabilitation concentration, where students explore biomechanics, conditioning, and recovery for the modern equine athlete.
Hands on work with therapies and certification in equine massage give graduates a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving field.
Whether in the classroom, the barn, or the show ring with IHSA Hunt Seat, IHSA Western, and IDA Dressage teams, students are constantly moving forward.
At Lake Erie College, the future of the equine industry is not just taught. It is lived.
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