New Brunswick, N.J. – Dr. Karyn Malinowski, founding director of the Equine Science Center at Rutgers University, received the 2021 Harness Horse Youth Foundation’s Service to Youth Award on Friday, August 5th, 2022. Her staff and …
What's New
General Information:
Summer 2022 Edition of Our Newsletter, The Equine Science Quarterly, Goes Live!Come and take a look at some of the great things going on at The Center!
As the heatwave will be with us for the next few days, please remember to protect yourself and your livestock & pets. Here are a few links to make sure that both you, and your furry, …
New Brunswick, N.J. – The Equine Science Center at Rutgers University will host its annual “Summer Showcase” from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm on Wednesday, July 13, 2022, at the Equine Exercise Physiology Laboratory on …
New Brunswick, N.J. – The 2021 Governor’s Award for Horseperson of the Year was presented to Dr. Carey Williams, who has served Rutgers University as the Equine Extension Specialist since 2003. Williams accepted the award …
The Rutgers University Equine Science Center has partnered with New Jersey Assemblyman Ronald S. Dancer to bring awareness to equestrian safety, announcing the inaugural “New Jersey Equestrian Safety Week” to be held from Sunday, June …
New Brunswick, N.J. – The Rutgers University Equine Science Center has partnered with New Jersey Assemblyman Ronald S. Dancer to bring awareness to equestrian safety, announcing the inaugural “New Jersey Equestrian Safety Week” to be …
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - The Equine Science Center at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is pleased to notify undergraduate students and incoming first-year students of the Doris C. Murphy scholarship application deadline extension. …
Come and take a look at some of the great things going on at The Center!
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our virtual 2022 "Horse Management Seminar" webinar series. All of the webinars have now been uploaded to our Library, and are available for viewing. The "Recent Advances …
Rutgers Giving Day is here! We're reaching out to ask you to support the Equine Science Center. We are excited to raise funds once again for the Equine Science Research Fund, which will allow us to support …
Come and take a look at some of the great things going on at The Center!
New Brunswick, N.J. – Due to the in-person group meeting policies, and to make the event as convenient as possible for all attendees, we have decided to keep the Horse Management Seminar as a virtual …
TRENTON, N.J. – Assemblyman Ron Dancer, who sponsored the legislation to save the future of New Jersey horse racing by authorizing the lease of the Meadowlands racetrack and Monmouth Park to the private sector, has been …
New Brunswick, N.J. – The Rutgers Equine Science Center will host its 2021 "Evening of Science & Celebration" on Thursday, November 11 from 6:00 - 7:30 pm. Out of an abundance of caution, the event …
Come and take a look at some of the great things going on at The Center!
Second and Third Eastern Equine Encephalitis Cases for New Jersey in 2021 (TRENTON) – An 8-year-old mare and 7-year-old miniature horse stallion in Atlantic County are the second and third reported 2021 cases of Eastern Equine Encephalitis …
First EEE Positive Horse Case In New Jersey In 2021 (TRENTON) – A 7-year-old mare in Cumberland County is the first reported case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in New Jersey in 2021. The unvaccinated mare was …
Hunterdon County Horse Tests Positive For Equine Herpes Virus: Second equine herpes myeloencephalopathy case for New Jersey in 2021 (TRENTON) – The New Jersey Department of Agriculture has quarantined a property in Hunterdon County after one horse developed …
Posted // July 28, 2022
General Information
Summer 2022 Edition of Our Newsletter, The Equine Science Quarterly, Goes Live!
Posted // July 20, 2022
General Information
Staying Cool: Tips On Protecting Livestock, Pets, And Yourself In The Heat
Posted // June 13, 2022
Press Release
Press Release: Rutgers Equine Science Center Annual Summer Showcase Returns To In-Person Event!
Posted // June 2, 2022
General Information
New Jersey Equestrian Safety Week – Info and Participating Tack Shops
Posted // May 31, 2022
Press Release
Press Release: Rutgers Equine Science Center Announces New Jersey Equestrian Safety Week
Posted // May 17, 2022
Press Release
Press Release: Equine Science Center Announces Doris C. Murphy Scholarship Deadline Extended to July 1st
Posted // April 15, 2022
Spring 2022 Edition of Our Newsletter, The Equine Science Quarterly, Goes Live!
Posted // April 7, 2022
General Information
2022 Horse Management Seminar Webinar Series – Archived Webinars
Posted // February 15, 2022
Event
Horse Management Seminar – What’s New in Equine Genetics and Health
Posted // January 21, 2022
Winter 2022 Edition of Our Newsletter, The Equine Science Quarterly, Goes Live!
Posted // November 30, 2021
Press Release
Press Release: Rutgers’ Annual Horse Management Seminar Goes Virtual!
Posted // November 12, 2021
News
Assemblyman Ronald S. Dancer Press Release: Dancer Honored By Rutgers For Lifelong Dedication To Horse Industry
Posted // October 28, 2021
Press Release
Press Release: Annual “Evening of Science & Celebration” to Showcase Equine Research and Award Presentations
Posted // October 21, 2021
News
Fall 2021 Edition of Our Newsletter, The Equine Science Quarterly, Goes Live!
Posted // September 3, 2021
Health Notice
New Jersey Department of Agriculture News Release: Atlantic County Horses Contract Eastern Equine Encephalitis
Posted // August 24, 2021
Health Notice
New Jersey Department of Agriculture News Release: First EEE Positive Horse Case In New Jersey In 2021
Posted // August 12, 2021
News
New Jersey Department of Agriculture News Release: Hunterdon County Horse Tests Positive For Equine Herpes Virus
Don’t forget to sign up so you don’t miss our next newsletter!
Social Media

Posted // June 11, 2022
Today’s the last day of New Jersey Equestrian Safety Week. If you haven’t already done so, visit a participating tack shop for special deals and discounts! For the full list of participating tack shops, visit https://t.co/MEU3OvAqOx #RUESC #Rutgers #NJESW #MindYourMelon

Posted // June 10, 2022
New Jersey Equestrian Safety Week is the perfect time to check your tack room! For resources on keeping your safety equipment in good condition and a video on "Safe Horse Farm Operations," visit https://t.co/MEU3OvAqOx. #RUESC #Rutgers #NJESW #MindYourMelon

Posted // June 9, 2022
Don’t forget to post photos in your new equestrian safety gear for a chance to win a swag bag! Post before Monday, June 13th to be entered into the competition. Be sure to tag us using #RUESC and #NJESW! Winners will be announced on Tuesday, June 14th. #Rutgers #MindYourMelon

Posted // June 8, 2022
Did you know that in the United States equestrian sports are the most common cause of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) in adults? For facts and statistics on equestrian injuries, visit: https://t.co/Jo7f4AB9bw #RUESC #Rutgers #NJESW #MindYourMelon

Posted // June 7, 2022
Helmets and vests are two of the most important pieces of safety equipment to have, but there are plenty of other items that can help keep you safe. For some other items, visit https://t.co/Jo7f4AB9bw . #RUESC #Rutgers #NJESW #MindYourMelon

Posted // June 6, 2022
Vests are an important part of safety too! Vests should fit snugly around the torso; extend from your collarbone to the bottom of your ribcage, and to the end of your tailbone. Air vests should only be worn over a traditional foam vest. #RUESC #Rutgers #NJESW #MindYourMelon