Equine Studies majorHuman Resources Administrator, Hagyard Equine Medical Institute
Hope Beers ’20, an equine studies major, is currently working as a Human Resources Administrator at Hagyard Equine Medical Institute, an equine veterinary hospital.
At Hagyard, Beers has been learning all about working in human resources and how she can best directly work and support the other staff members.
“Although my primary background had been working hands-on with horses, training and riding, I am proud to now support ‘behind the scenes’ at one of the top performing equine veterinary hospitals. We have a phenomenal staff that makes serving the industry a joy,” said Beers.
While the equine program at Asbury allowed Beers the opportunity to work directly with horses, she was also prepared to work in the business aspect of the equine field.
“With a degree in Equine Management, I am well-equipped to be on the business side of the equine industry,” said Beers. “My experience at the Equine Center prepared me well to be a capable interviewer for all sorts of positions at our clinic, from members of the billing team to surgical technicians. I am able to speak knowledgably about both company policies and day-to-day work tasks.”
Aside from classes and experiences in the different equine clubs available on-campus, Beers was able to take advantage of off-campus opportunities and internships as well, thanks to one of her equine professors.
“Jessica Hayes took me under her wing in my final few semesters at Asbury. Without her, I would not have had the opportunity to bring along several horses to compete in an internationally-recognized horse show called the Retired Racehorse Project’s Thoroughbred Makeover,” said Beers. “She gave up much of her personal time to teach me and many other students riding and management techniques, providing us with a unique internship opportunity.”
Her advice to current students:
“I would advise other young professionals and current students to seek out a mentor in your field who will help develop your skill set, and to seek every opportunity to practice them!”