Texas A&M Institute for Equine Sciences

03/28/2025

It’s exciting to have so many bright minds from across the country on campus with us this weekend!

Our hats go off to Dr. Erica Macon and the Texas A&M Horsemen's Association for all of their hard work and dedication that went into planning this event!

The American Collegiate Horsemen's Association National Convention is officially underway at Texas A&M University! Department Head Dr. Clay Mathis, Faculty Advisor for the Texas A&M Horsemen's Association, Dr. Erica Macon, and the First Lady of Aggieland, Reville, welcomed attendees as we kick off four days of learning, networking, and innovation in animal science. We’re proud to host this premier event and showcase the strength of our program! 👍🐴

03/28/2025

📣 OUR WEBSITE IS LIVE! 📣

Explore cutting-edge research, educational programs, resources, and more from across the Texas A&M University System — all dedicated to advancing the field of equine sciences.

Visit us today at https://equine.tamu.edu to learn more!

03/27/2025

Yesterday, TAMUS Courtney Cares hosted a recognition ceremony to honor Dr. John August, Dean of the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, for his unwavering dedication to the program over the years. We heard from volunteers and families who shared heartfelt testimonies about how Courtney Cares has transformed their lives.

Thank you, Dr. August, for recognizing the power of the human-animal bond as a form of healing & teaching! You have touched the lives of so many. 🤎✨

03/26/2025

Way to go, Grace! 🐴🦷🩺

The careers & specialties in equine sciences are endless — we love to see Aggies find their passion through opportunities on campus!

Grace, a second-year veterinary student and VMBS ambassador, has found a passion for equine dentistry through her involvement with the Equine Practitioner club. 🦷

During an immersive three-day workshop, Grace learned about the tools and technique needed to float horses' teeth. Horses can't naturally file down their teeth, so floating, a specialized dental procedure, helps smooth down sharp and uneven edges.

"This training didn’t just fill my mind with information; it ignited a passion for helping horses in my community," Grace said.

Following the training, Grace partnered with a local stable to help float horses' teeth and put her skills into action during an externship!

03/25/2025

🥁 Drumroll, please! 🥁

Our new website will go live THIS FRIDAY!

This website will be a comprehensive look at the Institute + all things happening across the Texas A&M University System to advance the field of equine sciences.

03/24/2025

Check out the job posting below from Texas A&M Animal Science to join as the Equine Facilities Coordinator III! 🐴

Join the team! The Department of Animal Science is looking for a full-time Equine Facilites Coordinator III to manage the horse herd and Hildebrand Equine Facilites for the Women's Equestrian team.

Click the link here to learn more: https://bit.ly/4hEwkU0

03/20/2025

🌸 Happy First Day of Spring 🌸

The season change brings more than just warmer weather & greener pastures—it’s a time of renewal. The fresh spring air is filled with new beginnings, growth, and the promise of exciting opportunities... especially here at the Institute!

👀 Stay tuned to our social media platforms over the next few weeks as we launch an exciting project we're excited to reveal!

03/08/2025

was well represented at the 2025 Horses & Humans Research Foundation (HHRF) Annual Conference that was held in San Antonio, TX last month!

Faculty members from Texas A&M Animal Science & Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, as well as leadership from the Institute, were in attendance to network and learn more about the impact of the horse-human bond on the health and well-being of people, horses, and other equines.

This topic is especially important to us here at the Institute for Equine Sciences as we work to promote research collaborations around proving the efficacy of equine assisted services through our TAMUS Courtney Cares program!

03/06/2025

Check out the job posting below from Texas A&M Animal Science to join as an Assistant Professor of Practice in Equine Science (non-tenure)! 🐴

Join our team! The Department of Animal Science is looking for a full-time Academic Professional Track (non-tenure) Assistant Professor of Practice in Equine Science.

Click the link here to learn more: https://bit.ly/4ij41v4

03/06/2025

Dr. Camilo Hernandez, Dr. Luisa Ramirez & Victor Zhidkov (3VM) from the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences traveled to the 8th International Symposium on Stallion Reproduction (ISSR) in Spain 🌎🐴

They presented their research in three poster presentations, 1 keynote, and 1 lecture at the symposium. Additionally, Dr. Hernandez was nominated and selected to as a member of the scientific committee of the ISSR, and as a representative for North America for ISSR!

It was a successful trip across the pond, and we're excited to see how their work in equine theriogenology will continue to shape the industry!

03/05/2025

Whoop! Way to go, Allie! 🐴🩺

03/05/2025

Whoop! Way to go, Ags! 🤠

Texas Aggie Rodeo pulled out all the stops and hosted a first-class event this past weekend. We're proud of their hard work and are cheering them on as they continue to compete through the spring & summer! 👏

02/22/2025

Congratulations to Texas A&M Animal Science student, Brooke Chevalier, for being selected as a 2024 EQUUS Foundation Equine Studies Scholarship recipient!

The EQUUS Foundation announced the award of $25,000 in scholarships to 20 undergraduate and graduate level students enrolled in equine studies and veterinary programs at 16 institutions. This scholarship program was established in 2023 to support the next generation of equine professionals.

02/20/2025

Coach Sarah Schobert was on KBTX News today to promote the 2025 Run for the Roses Derby Watch Party!

🌹 Join the Texas A&M Horse Judging Team on May 3, 2025 to celebrate 151 years of the Kentucky Derby with a live watch party, dinner, signature cocktails, live & silent auctions, and more!

🎟️ Spots are limited, so make sure to snag your tickets before they're gone at: tx.ag/GItx1Xv

👒 This event is open to the Bryan-College Station community, so grab your friends and dress up in your best derby attire for a fun-filled evening!

🐎 If you aren’t able to make the trip to Louisville, KY to watch the 2025 Kentucky Derby, then THIS is the next best place to be to watch the best race in the world!

**All proceeds from the event will be donated to the Texas A&M Horse Judging Team to support them in their travels and student success as they compete to represent Texas A&M University across the country.

Run for the Roses is a Derby watch party and fundraiser benefiting Texas A&M Horse Judging Team.

02/17/2025

Happy Presidents Day, Ags!

Throughout our history, nine U.S. presidents have visited Texas A&M, sharing wisdom, messages, and inspiring generations of Aggies.

Today, we celebrate their impact on our university and nation. 🇺🇸

Learn more about the Presidential visits to Aggieland through the years: https://tx.ag/fW4H0YR

02/14/2025

We couldn't help ourselves, we had to wish you a Happy Valentine's Day in the best way we knew how! 💌

02/12/2025

Dr. Nancy Krenek's leadership and unwavering commitment has been integral to TAMUS Courtney Cares changing the lives of children and adults in Brazos Valley for 13 years!

Thank you, Dr. Krenek, for sharing your passion and advocating for the transformative power of equine assisted services. 🤎

✨ Dr. Nancy Krenek, founder & CEO of ROCK Ride On Center for Kids has been helping transform lives through equine-assisted therapy since 1998! 🐎 She started with just four kids and one horse! Today, ROCK is a leading equine-assisted services center serving nine counties! 🌟

📚 In addition to being a physical therapist and board-certified Hippotherapy Clinical Specialist, Nancy is an adjunct professor at Texas A&M’s School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences and leads the TAMUS Courtney Cares therapeutic riding program. Through research, mentorship, and education, she plays an integral part in shaping the future of equine-assisted therapy and services! 🏇🎓

🎬 Where the Horses Heal the Soul shares her inspiring journey—one visionary leader, countless lives changed. Stay tuned! ❤️🐴

Texas A&M Institute for Equine Sciences

02/12/2025

An inspiring story about second chances. ✨

As founders of Horse S.H.O.E. (Safe Haven on Earth), a nonprofit for rehabilitating and rehoming horses, Casey and Kadette Fossum are giving retired horses & ponies a second chance at life.

Click the link below to read the full story!