Equine Opportunities
Department of Animal
and Food Sciences
Equine Related Opportunities
The College of
Agriculture at the University of Kentucky offers a challenging
and rewarding program to students interested in preparing
for careers with horses. Furthermore, as the center of the
international thoroughbred industry and the home to the world
famous Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington can offer students a
variety of equine experiences not available anywhere else.
Beginning in 2007, students interested in horses will have
two program options: a B.S. in Animal Science with an Equine
Specialization or a B.S. in Equine Science and Management.
By enrolling in the B.S. program in Animal Science, students
can learn about the breeding, feeding, care and management
of several species of animals, including horses. The equine
specialization within this degree includes three equine-specific
classes. Students interested in the B.S. degree in Animal
Science should contact:
Dr. Lee Edgerton
Director of Undergraduate Studies-Animal Science
605 W.P. Garrigus Building
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY 40546-0215
859-257-7530
asc017@uky.edu
For students that
want to focus only on horses, a separate B.S. degree program
in Equine Science and Management will be available through
the College of Agriculture after Fall 2007. Students interested
in the new Equine Science and Management degree should contact:
Dr. Bob Coleman
Director of Undergraduate Studies-Equine Science and Management
912 W.P. Garrigus Building
University of Kentucky
Lexington KY 40546-0215
859-257-9451
rcoleman@uky.edu
The UK Advantage
By combining a strong academic program with the diverse practical
learning opportunities available in the horse industry, the
University of Kentucky can offer students an equine educational
experience unlike any other. Graduates of the UK Animal Sciences
Department have successfully pursued careers in many areas
including:
• veterinary
medicine
• horse farm management
• horse training
• equine association management
• equine nutrition and feed manufacturing
• pharmaceutical sales
• equine bloodstock services
• journalism, communications and public relations
• adult and youth education
• equine sales and marketing
Equine Internships and Part-time Employment
Because of the number and variety of equine businesses in
the Lexington area, students enrolled at the University of
Kentucky can easily gain valuable insight into the many career
paths available in the horse industry. Many students work
part-time at the University Horse Farm or other local horse
enterprises. However, through Experiential Learning (EXP)
courses, students are eligible to receive credit for approved
internships. Students have completed internships with breeding
farms, sales companies, feed companies, training facilities,
veterinary clinics, the Kentucky Horse Park and Central Kentucky
Riding for the Handicapped. Some students choose to develop
their own internship experience, while others participate
in more structured programs. One such program is the Kentucky
Equine Management Internship (KEMI) Program which is designed
specifically for college students wishing to obtain in-depth
experience in horse production and farm management.
Clubs and Extracurricular Activities
There are many
extracurricular other activities for students interested in
horses. The UK Equestrian Team and the UK Dressage Team are
club-sports teams. These teams compete in intercollegiate
and interscholastic competitions during the year. UK does
not have any riding classes or a riding facility so these
teams practice at local stables. There is also a UK Horse
Judging Team that competes in Intercollegiate Horse Judging
Contests. The UK Horse Racing Club provides opportunities
for students to learn more about the horse racing industry
in Kentucky. The Block and Bridle club exposes students to
many aspects of animal agriculture and the Pre-vet club is
for students interested in pursuing a career in veterinary
medicine.
For
More Information
To obtain application and scholarship information or to arrange
a visit, contact:
College of Agriculture
N-6 Ag Science North
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY 40546
859-257-3468
Additional information
on undergraduate admission to the University and visiting
the campus is also available from the University web site.
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