Equine Student of the Semester – Corey Osborn

Corey Osborn has been named the Spring 2020 Equine Student of the Semester by Centenary University’s Equine Faculty and Staff. The award is given out each semester to a student who demonstrates exceptional abilities, interest, and/or compassion in horsemanship. Corey exemplifies these principles and standards and has shown an exceptional work ethic and positive attitude around the horses, staff, and faculty at the Equestrian Center.

Corey transferred to Centenary during the spring of his freshman year to pursue his interest in the pre-veterinary program that Centenary has to offer. He quickly became an integral part of the Equine program whether it was doing work-study at the barn, participating in vet hours, or riding and competing on the IHSA team. In Corey’s free time you will often find him at the barn riding any horse that is available whether it is our upper level horses or our beginner horses. At the IHSA horse shows, he can be found working hard in the barn to prepare all the horses to look their best and once the day is over, you can find him jumping around on foot to keep the team entertained on the long days.

Upon graduating from Centenary in 2022, Corey has the plan to pursue his veterinary degree or possibly to turn professional. We are very fortunate to have Corey as a member of the Centenary Equine program and we know that he will represent the school well in his future.

Equine Student of the Semester – Jennifer Leddy

Jennifer Leddy has been named the Fall 2019 Equine Student of the Semester by Centenary University’s Equine Faculty and Staff. The award is given out each semester to a student who demonstrates exceptional abilities, interest, and/or compassion in horsemanship. Jenny exemplifies these principles and standards and has shown an exceptional work ethic and positive attitude around the horses, staff, and faculty at the Equestrian Center.

Jenny is a senior originally from St. James, NY who is majoring in Equine Science with dual minors in Biology and Business. Working both in the barn and as the veterinary team’s rehabilitation rider, Jenny is an exceptional employee. Jenny is more than willing to help out when needed and even volunteers her free time to work in the barn even when she is not scheduled to be on duty.

You can always find Jenny up at the Equestrian Center working, riding, or out with her favorite horses Kacy and Reese. Jenny shows both Assured and Arezzo (aka “Kacy” and “Reese”) with the Hunter Jumper team in the 3ft hunters and is also a member of the IHSA team where she shows Intermediate Fences and Limit Flat. She has gone to IHSA nationals to compete for the team in 2017 and 2018 and goes as a groom as well.

All around, Jenny is a star both in and out of the classroom and is a favorite of faculty, staff, students, and horses. We are very proud of everything Jenny has accomplished with us and everything she will accomplish when she moves on from Centenary as we know she will represent us well.

Lindsay O’Donnell – Fall 2017 Equine Student of the Semester

Lindsay O’Donnell has been named the Fall 2017 Equine Student of the Semester by the Centenary University Equine Studies Department. The award is given out each semester to a student who demonstrates exceptional abilities, interest, and/or compassion in horsemanship. Lindsay exemplifies the principles and standards of both Centenary University and what is expected in the equine industry, and has shown an exceptional work ethic and positive attitude around the horses, staff, and faculty at the Equestrian Center.

Lindsay is a very familiar face around the Equestrian Center; she has held positions working in the barn and as a veterinary work study student, and she can also be found in the classroom fulfilling requirements for the Equine Studies major. In the barn, Lindsay is far more than an exemplary student employee. She is regularly one of the first volunteers outside work hours to help peers find their way around the barn, staff with veterinary treatments, and faculty with research or projects. Lindsay takes initiative and is proactive in her work, and it is all done with a big smile, booming laugh, and often a humorous personal story! Her attitude and work ethic set an excellent example for her peers and are an inspiration to faculty and staff.

Lindsay came to Centenary from Garwood, NJ where she rode in hunter and jumper divisions as a junior. At Centenary, she joined the Hunter/Jumper Team and showed Centenary horses in local USEF rated competitions. Now a senior, she is an Equine Science concentration and plans to work in a veterinary setting upon graduation. We greatly appreciate Lindsay’s hard work and dedication to the Equine Studies Department, and we know these qualities will bring her future success in the equine industry.

Lucile Vigouroux – Spring 2017 Equine Student of the Semester

Lucile Vigouroux has been named the Spring 2017 Equine Student of the Semester by the Centenary University Equine Studies Department. The award is given out each semester to a student who demonstrates exceptional abilities, interest, and/or compassion in horsemanship. Lucile exemplifies the principles and standards of both Centenary University and what is expected in the equine industry, and has shown exceptional dedication to her care horse Claire. In a time while Claire was recovering from injury, Lucile went above and beyond to keep her happy and comfortable.

Lucile was born in Paris, France, and moved to the United States with her family as a ten year old. She earned her first riding lessons in exchange for work at a farm in California, and later worked her way up to showing her trainer’s horse in the equitation and jumper rings. Throughout high school, she developed an interest in natural horse care and natural horsemanship and independently studied these subjects.

As a sophomore at Centenary, Lucile has been able to immerse herself in equine science. She plans to graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Equine Studies, with concentrations in both Equine Science and Equine Business Management. In addition to her studies, she is a work study veterinary assistant to our resident veterinarian Dr. Jesslyn Bryk-Lucy. She is also a member of the Hunter/Jumper team, where she is able to show Centenary horses in USEF rated competitions. Outside of school, she works as a veterinary hospital technician at B.W. Furlong and Associates.

Upon graduation, Lucile has aspirations to be a veterinary technician, certified in equine massage. Her long term goals are to open “Chestnut Pine Farm,” a natural horse boarding facility based on the “Track Paddock system,” and to one day be a professor of Equine Studies. We cannot thank Lucile enough for her hard work and dedication to our program, and her care horse Claire. These kind of efforts will get her very far in the equine industry, and her hard work has not gone unnoticed by faculty and staff!

Morgan Workman – April 2015

The Centenary University Equine Center & Equine Studies Department is pleased to announce the Equine Student of the Month for May 2015, Miss Morgan Workman. Miss Workman transferred to Centenary University in the fall of 2014 from Virginia Intermont College, she is majoring in Equine Studies with a concentration in teaching and training. Morgan has been presented the Equine Student of the Month award for her positive attitude and outstanding work ethic.  For the past years, Morgan has been a staple at the Equestrian Center, from lending a helping hand to anyone in need to excelling in the classroom.

 Currently, Morgan is a work-study student in the barn, in this position she is gaining valuable hands on experience in the areas of barn management and basic medical care. Next semester, Morgan will be joining Dr. Fugaro as work-study veterinary assistant.

Morgan resides in Fallston, MD and started riding at the age of four. Morgan first learned about Centenary through friends and her IEA Team. After visiting the Equine Center, Morgan knew Centenary was the place for her. Morgan’s favorite thing about Centenary University, aside from the horses, is the competitive yet friendly atmosphere that pushes people to be the best they can be.

Last summer, Morgan had the opportunity to work under Allan Lohman a well-known professional in Poolesville, MD. Morgan is currently working out plans for this summer, she is hoping to travel to Spruce Meadows with a renowned Olympic rider. Following graduation, Morgan would like to own a facility that emphasizes on horsemanship and quality training for children and young adults.

Morgan is a member of the Centenary University IHSA and Hunter Jumper Teams. In her free time, Morgan also competes locally on her project horse, Nike. Morgan’s favorite Centenary owned horse is, Parker. Eleven years ago Morgan received her first pony, Cody, who she still owns.  When she is not in the barn Morgan enjoys running, knitting and watching Netflix!

The Centenary University Equine Studies Department Faculty and Staff would like to congratulate Morgan on this award and thank her for commitment and enthusiasm.