_{Hometown: Clinton, AR}

A few words from Abby:

“I dreamed of being an Equine Scholar since I first discovered the program at Rolex Kentucky. I had wanted to visit Kentucky and attend Rolex for several years, and I was finally able to do so in 2007. I stumbled upon the Equine Scholars booth on the concourse of the trade fair, and fell in love with the program. It was just what I needed – an outlet to learn about and network within the equine industry. Our trip to Rolex Kentucky became an annual family vacation. Every year I returned to the Equine Scholars booth, reigniting my aspiration to be accepted into Georgetown College and the Equine Scholars Program.

I am from Clinton, Arkansas – a small town in the Ozark Mountains in the north central part of the state. I have been around horses my entire life. I was involved in 4-H for many years, and in the EAST Initiative program at Clinton High School where I founded the VBC HERO Ride for Life (a large and successful fundraiser for the American Cancer Society that is geared for equestrians). I grew up riding western, but began riding English about six years ago. I have two horses: Rocky (13 year old Paint) and Jack (3 year old Quarter Horse Appendix). My family owns six other horses (Tennessee Walkers and a Missouri Fox Trotter). I ride for pleasure; I enjoy trail riding, and simply taking care of my horses. I am a big fan of eventing – maybe someday I’ll try competing a little.

I am currently an intern at Equestrian Events, Inc., producer of the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event (where I first found the Equine Scholars Program!). I am majoring in Environmental Science, and will pursue veterinary school after I graduate.”

_{Hometown: Bellevue, ID}

A few words from Lexy:

“I chose to pursue my higher education at Georgetown College for many reasons. The biggest reason I chose Georgetown College was for the Equine Scholars Program, that focused my love for horses in an academic light. It taught me about all the equine industry has to offer, and opened up many doors for me. I have been introduced to some of the most respected people in the horse world, and have networked with organizations in ways I didn’t know possible. Aside from the Equine Scholars Program, I have gained more than I have ever dreamed from Georgetown College. On top of an excellent education, I have gained a second family through this school. From Greek life to my professors, everyone at Georgetown College sincerely cares about my well being, education, and my future.”

Lexy is also activly advancing her riding career in eventing.  Go Lexy!

I decided to join the Equine Scholars Program at Georgetown because I wanted to continue my education in the equine industry. I have no plans to enter into any equine-based career; however the skills and contacts I have developed from this Program will aid me in whatever career choices I make.

I have interned with Representative Addia Wuchner at the Kentucky State Capitol and I am also currently interning with Kentucky Refugee Ministries based her in Lexington, Ky. I studied abroad with the KIIS program in the Czech Republic and I am a member of the President’s Ambassadors Program. I have also served on the Honor Council here at Georgetown. Through my involvement with the Equine Scholars Program, I also have had the opportunity to participate as a pioneering member of the Kentucky Equine Humane Center and its Georgetown College Equine Scholars Program partnership.

I grew up riding and showing Quarter Horses. My favorite classes are hunter under saddle and showmanship. I have represented the Mid-East Kentucky Quarter Horse Association a number of times at the All American Quarter Horse Congress . I have also served on the Kentucky 4-H judging team, where I won the High Point Senior award as well as the Jackson award for Senior Oral Reasons; I also placed in the top ten at the national judging competition at the All American Quarter Horse Congress.

Currently I am working with a yearling named Blackandwhitedetails, also known as Banks.

After graduation I hope work for an organization such as AmeriCorp or the Peace Corps to gain more experience. Following this, I plan on attending graduate school, perhaps for social work.

My favorite equine trips I have taken as an Equine Scholar would be a tie between the polo lesson and the mounted police demonstration.