So Much More Than a Diploma: St. Andrews University Equestrian Studies
BY LAUREN MAULDIN
Picking a college is the first step of adulthood for many, and there are countless factors that go into determining which school is the best fit. But add horses into the mix?...
Stoneleigh-Burnham School Offers Equestrian Education with an International Focus
By Randi C. Heathman
Though many schools of thought exist regarding the way to approach equestrian education, nearly all agree that hands-on training is the best. Whether it’s riding or horse and stable management, immersion...
What You Need to Know About Donating Your Horse to a Collegiate Program
By Prof Mary Pardee, M. ED
I am a professional beggar. This may be a strange statement given that I am gainfully employed in my fourteenth year as a Professor in the School of...
College Equestrian Teams: What’s The Best Fit For You? NCAA vs. IHSA
By Annie Birmingham
The end of May marks a new adventure for high school students across America: it is officially time to begin contemplating your college options. This task is particularly tedious for young equestrians,...
Grace Russo: Putting Horsemanship First
BY April Bilodeau
California native Grace Russo has had a busy, successful year in the show ring. The 16-year-old junior rider spent almost every weekend in 2023 showing, from her home state to all of...
TPH Pre-Veterinary Camp Resource: 2023
At The Plaid Horse, we love to promote careers in the equine industry that might not necessarily entail riding and training. Veterinarians play a crucial role in the industry and the care of our...
A Guide to Horse Donations
BY RITA TIMPARANO
Have you been trying to sell your horse for the past few weeks, months or perhaps years?
All the bills associated with owning a horse continue to accumulate: board, training, farrier, veterinarian,...
What is IEA? The Interscholastic Equestrian Association Explained
BY LAUREN KEILTY
Do you have a friend or child who
competes in IEA? An overwhelming majority of non-horsey parents have no idea
what their child does in their sport, but when it comes to IEA everyone...
IEA Names 2022-2023 National Youth Board
Edited Press Release
Monday, August 1, 2022 – (Columbus, Ohio) – The Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) announced the elected members of the 2022-2023 IEA National Youth Board. The Youth Board was created by the IEA’s Education Committee in 2016...
Entering the Western World as a Hunter
BY MCKENNA DEBUS
Growing up in the hunter world, the most exposure I had to western riding was from cowboys in movies. My perspective of western was that it was rough around the edges and...
Grier School: A True Equestrian Dynasty
By Piper Klemm and Tyler Bui
When we think about dynastic teams dominating sport for extended periods of time, we almost never think about equestrians. There are a couple—four-time US Olympian McLain Ward in the...
The Many Options for College Equestrians
BY Helen Chimbos
Have you considered riding in college but don't know where to start? Many young equestrians aspire to continue their riding journey into college but are unsure how to. There are plenty of...
Vladimir Littauer and the Art of Forward Riding
William Steinkraus, Joe Fargis, Lendon Gray, Scot Evans, Bernie Traurig. What do these respected horsemen have in common? All were influenced by the forward riding system established by Captain Vladimir Littauer.
Much of today's...
A Practical, Well-Rounded Education Awaits at Emory & Henry College
Whether you want to pursue a college degree in equine studies or ride competitively at the collegiate level, Emory & Henry College is the perfect place for students to graduate with a top-notch, private,...
Intercollegiate Riding Has More Benefits Than You Think
By Sophia Strain
I asked myself when my junior career is over, do I ride in college? Is it worth it?
As a child when I would think about college, I was ready to throw myself...
College Preparatory Invitational Florida: A Different Kind of Horse Show
BY IAN MCFARLIN
Recently, I had the opportunity to show some really nice horses alongside talented riders in south Florida. No, I wasn’t battling it out for the top spot with Beezie, McLain or Kent...
9 FAQs for Riders Interested in College IHSA Teams
BY ELIZABETH SOUSA
During college, there are a lot of questions that arise—ones you ask, and ones you’re asked. Being the captain of an Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) team, I’ve had my fair share...
Averett University: Preparing Students for Careers in the Horse Industry
By Tyler Bui
For students looking to pursue a career in the equestrian industry as well as ride on a collegiate level, finding the right university that offers both may be rare. Averett University is...
Equitation Scoring
BY Hannah Fichter
Stepping into the ring, the rider's mind swirls with questions. It's a nerve-wracking dance where every detail counts.
Is my number perfectly centered?
Have I dug my heels down deep enough?
Is my leg positioned...
The Grier School: A Triple Threat in the Equitation, Dressage, and Western Rings
BY April Bilodeau
It’s pretty rare to see a rider crossover from the hunters to dressage to western disciplines. At Grier School, however, that’s just another normal day in the arena.
Grier School is an all-girls...
A World-Class Curriculum at Savannah College of Art and Design
It’s hard to find an equestrian academic program that offers it all—comprehensive education, a national championship equestrian team, and preparation for a career that can make a difference—but SCAD delivers all that and more.
BY...
Emory & Henry College – Providing Exceptional Support for Equestrians During Their College Careers
BY April Bilodeau
Riding in college has grown in popularity in recent years, offering something for everyone no matter what discipline you choose. Many colleges offer riding as an extracurricular activity for students, but Emory...
