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Go Kaitlyn!! You’re a rockstar 🐴👏🤩

Travelling 60,000 miles across the oceans of the world and overseeing high-pressure rescue missions only scratch the surface of former United States Navy Quartermaster and equine business student Kaitlyn Hill’s trailblazing journey. In our interview with Hill, she shares how her military mindset has helped her persevere through the new challenges of readjusting to civilian life, finding a new purpose and pursuing an undergraduate degree at the College of Business at the University of Louisville. Learn more about her experiences at https://business.louisville.edu/news/navigating-high-stakes

UofL Equine

The University of Louisville Equine Industry Program is proud to spotlight Dr. Lauren Proctor-Brown, Equine Business alumna from the Class of 2013 and current Veterinarian/Owner of Resolute Equine Sports Medicine and Director of Ocala Polo Club.

Lauren credits the Equine Industry Program with helping launch her career through the connections that led to her first position at an equine veterinary practice—an opportunity that ultimately helped her gain acceptance to Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine. ”The Equine Industry Program gave me a strong knowledge of the many facets of the equine industry, from racing to show horses, and directly impacted the scope of my veterinary practice. The business education, from marketing to accounting, gave me a strong foundation to starting not only my veterinary practice but also Team Resolute and Ocala Polo Club and looking at the equine industry through the eyes of an entrepreneur.”

As a small business owner, Lauren says she uses nearly every skill she learned in the program, from accounting and marketing to event management.

💡 Advice for Current Students:
“Combine your passion for horses with a strong foundation in business so you can be both financially stable and fulfilled as you follow your dreams into an equine career.”

❤️ Favorite UofL Memory:
“Too many fun times! From countless sporting events—from the Kentucky Derby to the Sugar Bowl—and my time on the Rowing Team to countless hours on campus with my friends and classmates.”

🐴 Fun Fact:
Lauren originally came to UofL on an athletic scholarship for rowing. She chose Louisville over other scholarship offers because the rowing coach introduced her to the Equine Industry Program and emphasized the value of earning a business degree before veterinary school.

“Having a business degree in addition to going to vet school was the best advice anyone gave me. Still true today.”

Thank you, Dr. Proctor-Brown, for representing the Cardinal spirit and demonstrating the impact of combining equine passion with business expertise!

In less than one week, I-65 access to UofL's campuses will be closed from June 1 through July 31 for bridge replacement.

The Belknap and Health Sciences Center campuses will remain open and conduct business as usual per normal operating hours. Visitors should allow extra travel time, check traffic updates and use alternate routes.

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A wonderful piece on our Equine Business Certificate student, Lauren Bloss! ✨🐎

Every May, Churchill Downs draws global attention as the Kentucky Derby signals the arrival of the sport’s most celebrated season. While the event is known for its pageantry, marked by designer hats, mint juleps and celebrity attendees, at the heart of the Derby are 20 Thoroughbreds vying for the coveted garland of roses.

However, for all the attention paid to the Derby’s tradition and spectacle, far less is said about what happens to those horses once the racing ends – horses whose careers are short and futures uncertain.

That reality is what drew University of Louisville May 2026 Equine Business certificate graduate Lauren Bloss deeper into this area of the equine industry. Working alongside former champion jockey Rosie Napravnik, Bloss is helping retired racehorses transition into new roles beyond the track. Learn more about Bloss's internship experience and plans for the future at https://business.louisville.edu/news/beyond-finish-line

Equine

We’re incredibly grateful to have had two outstanding guest speakers join our equine classes today!

A big thank you to Sarah Coleman, Executive Director of the Kentucky Horse Council, for speaking with our Equine Commercial Law class and sharing her valuable industry insights.

We also extend our appreciation to Gwen Davis, of Davis Innovation Marketing: Marketing of the Equine Industry, for engaging with our Current Equine Issues class and offering her expertise.

Their visits provided a great networking opportunity for our students and helped showcase the wide array of careers within the equine industry.

Thank you both for inspiring and educating our students—we truly appreciate your time and knowledge! 🐎✨

Your new favorite campus hangout is here! 🐎

The Paddock is back and better than ever! Join us for the re-grand opening of your refreshed Equine Student Lounge—your new go-to spot to relax, study, connect, and recharge between classes.

📅 Tuesday, April 14
⏰ 11 AM – 1 PM
📍 Equine Industry Program suite

Come hang out, enjoy FREE food, grab some swag, and check out your updated space!

We’re also adding exciting new resources (hello free printing soon 👏), plus a bulletin board for internships, jobs, scholarships, riding team updates & more—so bring anything you want to share!

See you at The Paddock ✨