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THE HEART OF KENTUCKY’S Bluegrass Region,

Midway College’s Equine Studies program delivers exceptional educational and applied learning opportunities which are

unrivaled in the nation. With impressive on-campus facilities, our

equine students have ready access to more than 60 horses of

various breeds and stages of training.

The faculty in the equine program come from varied

backgrounds, having experience, both academically and

professionally, in the equine industry. In addition, equine professionals currently engaged in the business of marketing,

training, showing and raising horses are an integral part of a

Midway College Equine Studies education as consultants, guest

speakers, and internship advisors.

A degree in Equine Studies at Midway College fuses practical

horse experience and contact with industry professionals with

the technical background you need for a successful career in

the equine industry.

THE HEART OF KENTUCKY’S

Midway College’s Equine Studies program delivers

educational and

unrivaled in the nation. With impressive on-campus facilities, our

Bachelor of Arts in Equine Studies with a Concentration in Equine ManagementThis degree program emphasizes the art of equine and business management. Whether a student wishes to work with horses directly on a Thoroughbred farm, for private training or horse show operation, or in a managerial position within an organization, this path trains industry leaders. For this degree, students are expected to complete a curriculum which balances applied aspects of horsemanship, equine handling and good management practices with business knowledge such as facility design, budgeting, communications and marketing. This degree option is good for students interested in managing their own facility or riding and training horses. Or for those who would like to pursue a Masters of Business Administration at Midway College, this would be a good undergraduate choice.

Bachelor of Science in Equine Studies with a Concentration in Health and RehabilitationThis degree program is focused on theoretical, scientific and legal aspects of equine rehabilitation and performance management. Additionally, the emphasis on scientific application effectively prepares students for post-graduate degree programs. As this is a technical degree, for which the students learn to communicate with groups having various levels of professional status and knowledge, other career paths may include becoming a pharmaceutical representative or technical feed sales person to the equine industry.

degree programs in equine Studies are designed for effective training and career preparation. These programs fuse the art of horsemanship with science and modern technologies involved in effective management. Initially, there are required courses common to all degrees which provide students with a strong foundation in general industry knowledge and trends, practical horse care and management, anatomy, treatment and prevention of illnesses and disease, record-keeping and legal issues. Following core courses, students specialize in either health or management based on degree option. Equine Studies majors can choose to pursue the following degree programs based on their interest, experience and career goals while at Midway College:

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Associate of Arts in Equine Studies with a Concentration in Applied Equine StudiesThe Associate of Arts program is a two-year degree that emphasizes equine and business management. This program provides students fundamentals needed to step into an entry-level position in the equine industry. As the associate degree is progressive into the four-year degree option, students can choose to continue towards a baccalaureate degree or enter the work force upon completion in two years, students will gain experience handling a variety of horses, and studying horse science, introductory record-keeping and business management.

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B.A. in Business Administration with a Concentration in Equine Business This degree program is designed for students interested in the organizational management and commercial aspects of the equine industry. This concentration prepares graduates for positions in a horse farm office or other business which supports the horse industry in the areas of equine law, equine marketing, and equine sport management or in businesses that support the horse industry including breed registries and breed associations, various equine publications, bloodstock agencies, and tack shop management.

Minor in Equine StudiesThis minor is designed for students who are majoring in Biology, and are interested in either applying to post-graduate programs in Animal/Equine Science or Veterinary School. It will also provide students with knowledge needed to obtain a position in an equine-related field that requires a degree or special training in another field of study. This degree emphasizes science-oriented courses within the equine program.

Certificate in Applied Equine StudiesAll Equine Studies students, and those in other degree programs, have the option to pursue this certificate during their college education. Equine Studies students are strongly encouraged to complete this certificate within their first year. The certificate program emphasizes general equine knowledge and trends, basic horse science, communication in the industry, and applied skills. This is a good option for individuals transitioning into the industry while earning college credits, or for other degree majors looking to explore or expand their equine knowledge and applied skills. The certificate is granted after a student completes 29 credit hours, with 14 hours focused on equine courses including an on-campus internship.

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n The College maintains more than 60 horses on campus

n There are 120 acres of available pasture

n The Midway College Equestrian Center is a state-of-the-art education and training facility which houses a 226 x 95 foot indoor arena with sand footing, 8 stalls (14 x 14 feet), an equine laboratory, classroom and audio-visual room, tack room, offices and many other amenities.

n The Keeneland Barn houses a large 212 x 72 foot indoor arena with sand footing, 16 stalls (9 x 10 feet), tack room, washroom and office space.

n The Ashland Stables has 8 stalls (12 x 14 feet), tack room, wash room, office and classroom space.

n The Theurkauf Outdoor Riding Arena measures 227 x 117 feet and has a stone dust footing.

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The Midway College Equine

Studies faculty are both nationally and

internationally recognized in trade and

research publications. The current faculty

has a combined teaching experience of

over 30 years in Equine Studies and are

members of a variety of professional

organizations. Furthermore, several

faculty members are actively involved

in the breeding and training of horses,

and are consultants within the industry,

thereby maintaining a modern perspective

of current trends. Under guidance of

this exceptional faculty, Midway College

students have opportunities to perform

applied research on a wide range of topics

such as equine growth and nutrition,

rehabilitation and performance, and

behavior. In addition to their work in

the classroom the faculty are also the

academic advisors, and assist students in

designing a degree program that will help

them gain desired employment within the

equine industry.

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Equitation is also part of the Equine Studies experience, whether a student takes equitation courses or participates on one or all of our intercollegiate riding teams. Students have the opportunity to ride on a variety of competitive teams: Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) Hunt Seat and Western teams, Open Hunt Seat, Western, and Dressage teams. Team members participate at various levels, from a beginner walk-trot or walk-jog division to the open division in both hunt seat and western equitation. Hunt Seat riders may compete in IHSA, ANRC, or local KHJA member shows.

Both IHSA teams have consistently won or been reserve in the Zone 6 Region 2 Championships and have gone on to compete at Zones and Nationals. The teams consistently send individual riders to compete at the Regional, Zone, and National competitions. In addition, the IHSA Western team holds a National IHSA Western Championship. The Open teams compete in area shows including those held at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky, and Lakeside Arena in Frankfort, Kentucky.

Industry professionals appreciate Midway College’s tradition of excellence in Equine Studies. Our students are recruited by many of the top farms for employment because they value what is being taught in the classroom.

“ Quite a few students from the Midway College Equine Studies Program have come to us for internships over the years. We have found them to be well prepared and motivated. Several went on to be full-time employees at Three Chimneys Farm and have proved valuable members of our team.” —Case Clay, President, Three Chimneys Farm, Midway, Kentucky

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in the equine industry there are many career options for graduating students. Th ese opportunities range from commonly known manager and assistant trainer to others including state-funded extension and breed association positions. Students should consider what skills they have obtained, their interest in a specifi c work environment, whether they are looking for direct or indirect contact with horses, and desired compensation when making a career choice. Th e Midway College Equine Studies degree programs will prepare you for many career choices.

• Assistant Manager (Boarding or Breeding Facility—with hands-on experience)• Bloodstock Agent/ Pedigree Researcher• Breed Association Manager (Masters degree preferred or associated experience)• Consultant for Equine Business• Event Commentator/ Equine Sportscaster• Extension Assistant or Agent Facility or Event Manager Farm Marketing, Promotion and Advertising• Feed Dealer• Foaling Attendant• Geneticist Director• Groom• Horse Trainer• Humane Investigator• Judge (with further organization-specifi c certifi cations)• Laboratory Technician

• Manager –Numerous Types of Equine Operations• Massage Specialist• Nutritionist/ Nutritionist Assistant• Offi ce Assistant• Offi ce Manager for Farm or Breed and Discipline Associations• Pharmaceutical Sales Representative• Physical Th erapist• Public Relations/ Marketing• Publications Assistant• Research Assistant• Research Director• Rider (Show, Race, Exercise, Performance Rider, etc.)• Riding Instructor• Sales Preparation• Stable Assistant/ Manager• Tack Dealer• Teaching Assistant• University Professor• Veterinarian (DVM or VMD required)• Veterinary Assistant/ Technician

possible Career options with an equineStudies degree

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— Veronica Reed ‘08 B.A. Equine Studies- Equine Management concentration | Th ree Chimneys Farm, Stallion Groom | First-ever female stallion handler to work in Argentina

Left - Midway College graduate Rachel Kuntz ‘10Right - Current student - Jackie Jolie

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Learning extends beyond the classroom at Midway College. Equine Studies students are also expected to:

n Assist with operation of the campus farm

n Provide care for project horses

n Contribute to daily operations of three stable facilities and riding arenas

n Complete internships at local equine enterprises (access to more than 50 farms and other area equine facilities)

n Successfully complete riding courses in a discipline of their choice

n Participate in leadership opportunities such as preparing yearlings for auction at the largest and world renowned Keeneland Yearling Sales

n Meet industry professionals who guest lecture both in class and as part of the College’s Leadership Seminar Series

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“ It was a great learning experience. I learned a lot about the business aspect of the equine world and about Thoroughbreds. And I met great people in the industry.” —Sarah Beth Causey ‘11

Recipient of the Kathleen Riley Torok Keeneland Internship

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Keeneland Sales Pavilion

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where are they now?

Midway College Equine Studies students have continuously been hired by fi rst-class Thoroughbred farms, continued on to veterinary schools, and have become equine business leaders in many diff erent areas of the industry all across the U.S. and beyond.

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DEANNA PIE ‘06B.S. Equine Studies with minors in Biology and Chemistry

Graduate of New Bolton Center VeterinarySchool, University of PennsylvaniaCurrently at Southwest Equine Surgical and Medical Hospital in Scottsdale, Arizona

JENNIFER GRAY MELLENKAMP ‘99B.A. Business Administration- Equine Business concentration

United States Equestrian Federation (USEF), Director of the National Breed/Discipline Affi liates and Youth Programs

You can’t get any closer to the horse industry than Midway College. Our campus is located at the heart of Kentucky’s Bluegrass Region, often referred to as the “Horse Capital of the World.” In addition to instruction by recognized industry professionals in the classroom and laboratories, students pursuing Equine Studies degrees gain the advantage of contact with area experts in the industry. Students are exposed to these professionals through educational clinics and lectures, internship opportunities, and jobs at the various equine businesses in the area. In addition, industry professionals serve as equine advisory members to the college.

Besides the geographic location advantage of having the world’s largest concentration of Thoroughbred farms, students also benefi t from the close proximity of our equine facilities to the main campus. With all of the facilities incorporated into our main campus, students have the advantage of literally living on an active horse farm.

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ASHLEY SRYGLER ‘11B.A. Equine Studies -Equine Management concentration

Bluewaters Sales Lexington, Kentucky

JENNIFER LYNN COYLE ‘06B.A. Business Administration-Equine Business concentrationA.A. in Computer Information Systems

United States Dressage Federation, Inc. Group Membership Coordinator

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“ I always wanted to travel and I do love my job. The classes I took at Midway were the ones I’ve always wanted to have – equine physiology, equine ethics. If I have a horse with a problem, I still go back to my classes for help. Midway College was brilliant for me, just perfect.”

—Veronica Reed ‘08 B.A. Equine Studies-Equine Management concentration Three Chimneys Farm, Stallion Groom. First-ever female stallion handler to work in Argentina

“ To get a front-row seat with hands-on experience in the Thoroughbred industry was just phenomenal.”—Marilee Meyers, ’09 on her Keeneland Internship experienceB.A. Organizational Management A.A. Equine Management

Applications for admissions are available online at www.midway.edu or by contacting our Admissions Office at 1-888-75-Midway. If you have questions please call or email us at admissions@midway.edu.

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“ The work experience I got at Midway was terrific. Plus all the contacts I made in the equine industry were helpful.”—Courtney Roehm ‘10 B.A. Business Administration-Equine Management concentration

We are happy to welcome prospective students and their families throughout the year. This is a great way to understand how Midway College’s Equine Studies program works and to meet our staff. Each visit includes a guided tour of campus and our equine facilities. We’ll also arrange time for you to meet with an admissions counselor and financial aid counselors to answer any questions. In addition, potential students are encouraged to attend an equine class, meet with faculty, and talk with coaches.

During the Fall and Spring semesters each year Midway College hosts an equine overnight program for students to spend two days with us and learn more about our programs from other students and faculty members. Visits can be arranged by contacting our Admissions Office at 1-888-75-Midway.

ACC R E D I TAT I O N

Midway College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate, baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 for questions about the accreditation of Midway College.

notiCe of non-diSCriMination

Midway College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age, or disability in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other College-administered programs or in its employment practices. In conformity with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, 20 U.S.C. § 1681 and its implementing regulation at C.F.R. Part 106, it is also the policy of Midway College not to discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs, activities or employment practices. The admission of women only in the Traditional Day Programs is in conformity with a provision of the Act.  For additional information, contact the College’s Title IX Coordinator: Anne Cockley, Director of Human Resources, 11 Pinkerton Hall, 512 E. Stephens St., Midway, KY  40347, 859-846-5408.

512 E. Stephens Street, Midway, KY 40347-11201.888.75.Midway • midway.edu