Equine Program

Equine Program

Equine Program

We provide research, outreach and instruction in all aspects of the equine industry.

One opportunity UK offers students is the multidisciplinary B.S. degree in Equine Science and Management. The curriculum features a core of courses, plus options for emphasis.

Our department offers challenging and rewarding educational programs for students interested in horses and the horse industry, including a B.S. degree in Animal Sciences. The curriculum is a broad-based program with options, including a pre-professional focus that allows students to prepare for graduate or veterinary school.

Explore our Programs

Upcoming Events

Southern Regional 4-H Horse Championships 2025

- Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agriculture Center

AFS Welcome Back Picnic 2025

- Ag Alumni Plaza

Alumni Reunion - Department of Animal and Food Sciences

- E.S. Good Barn

Quarter Horse Congress Youth Contests 2025

- Ohio Expo Center

Eastern National 4-H Horse Roundup 2025

- Kentucky Exposition Center

Contact Us

Fernanda Camargo

Professor

(859) 257-7525 Fernanda.Camargo@uky.edu 610 W.P. Garrigus Building Lexington, KY 40546-0215

Bob Coleman

Associate Professor

(859) 257-9451 rcoleman@uky.edu 613 W.P. Garrigus Building Lexington, KY 40546-0215

Anna Draeger

Extension Associate Senior

(859) 257-7501 anna.draeger@uky.edu 615 W.P. Garrigus Building Lexington, KY 40546-0215

Camie Heleski

Lecturer

(859) 257-2226 Camie.Heleski@uky.edu 212N Ag North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

Laurie Lawrence

Professor

(859) 257-7509 llawrenc@uky.edu 614 W.P. Garrigus Building Lexington, KY 40546-0215

Kyle McLeod

Associate Professor

(859) 257-2892 Kyle.Mcleod@uky.edu 806 W.P. Garrigus Building Lexington, KY 40546-0215

Mary Rossano

Associate Professor

(859) 257-7552 Mary.Rossano@uky.edu 611 W.P. Garrigus Building Lexington, KY 40546-0215

Kristine Urschel

Assistant Dean for Instruction
Professor

(859) 257-7748 klurschel@uky.edu 612 W.P. Garrigus Building Lexington, KY 40546-0215

Contact Information

Scott Radcliffe
Department Chair

900 W.P. Garrigus Building Lexington, KY 40546-0215

+1 (859) 257-2686