OA Annual Report 2023

DECEMBER

History was made when the SMWC Presidential Corps inducted six new members including its first male members. Students were nominated by a faculty or staff member at SMWC. Students in the Presidential Corps are expected to be professional and positive representatives of the College at all times. Along with the strict requirements for the organization, members of the Presidential Corps must hold a GPA of 3.0 or higher and display characteristics of leadership, professionalism, and humbleness, as well as be great representatives of the College.

As a beloved tradition for decades, faculty and seniors in the Equine Studies program participated in the annual Equine Holiday Ride. All participants gathered at the barn to “dress up” their horse in festive items like Santa hats, garland and more. There were 13 participants this year, including Little Onyx, SMWC’s live mascot. Per tradition, the ride took place on the Monday before finals, also known as Study Day. Equine students sang Christmas carols in front of each building on campus.

SMWC was awarded a $64,600 grant from the Hulman Family. The grant will assist in developing a unique equine breeding program to support the new pre-veterinary curriculum. The objective is to train students in the hands on skills needed to become successful equine veterinarians and place them on the pathway to support the high demand in Indiana’s equine industry.

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