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Equine industry symposium set to spark changeOctober 2019
Join attendees from different areas of the horse industry to discuss the theme of "change" and what the word means for the equine community. “With a consistently growing industry, keeping pace with change is crucial for everyone,” says Katrina Merkies, event organizer. “As part of an inclusive community we can all work toward improving the welfare of the horse.” The Symposium will be held in Rozanski Hall, Room 101 on the University of Guelph campus. The event will run from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Registration is now open for this free event. The symposium agenda features three international speakers: - Dr. Sandra Olsen from the University of Kansas will discuss the evolution of our relationship with horses. As a renowned scientist and zooarcheologist, Dr. Olsen has extensively researched horse domestication and the development of horse-human relationships. “Experiences and approaches shared by the panel members are intended to spark open conversation with attendees,” says Katrina Merkies. “Their innovative and forward-thinking approaches will showcase how we can expand and improve our equine industry.” Akaash Maharaj, former CEO of Equine Canada, is returning for a fourth time as the symposium facilitator. This event is organized by students in the Bachelor of Bio-Resource Management -Equine Management program. Updates leading up to the symposium will be shared on Facebook: "Equine Industry Symposium 2019". |