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REDLANDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE Quick Facts
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Media Policy
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Agriculture Staff Directory
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Equestrian101 IHSA
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QUICK FACTS
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ABOUT THE COLLEGE
Location Founded Enrollment Colors Mascot
El Reno, OK 1938 2499 Redlands Red and Gold Cougar
Mission Statement
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Campus Life
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Academic Programs
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Campus Housing
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Agriculture Facilities
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President Division Director
Dr. Larry Devane Dr. Laura Gruntmeir
El Reno, Oklahoma
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Driving Directions
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Head Coach Cohenour’s Office Phone
Meriruth Cohenour (405) 422-1460
Hotels and Restaurants
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IHSA National Championships
Zone 7, Region 2 1
2010-11 Tournament Wins Returning Riders Newcomers
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CITY PROFILE
COACHING STAFF Head Coach
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SEASON PREVIEW Schedule
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Roster
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Sophomores
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Freshmen
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HISTORY Notable Achievements
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Riders of Distinction
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Where They Go
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All information supplied in this publication is accurate at the time of printing; however, changes may occur and will supersede information in this publication. This publication is printed and issued by Redlands Communtiy College. A total of 125 media guides printed at a cost of $501. Redlands Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, or status as a veteran, in any of its educational programs, activities, policies, practices, or procedures, including, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, eligibility for financial aid, and educational services. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the College’s nondiscrimination policies and procedures for students, employees, and others: Human Resources Coordinator, Redlands Community College, 1300 S. Country Club Road, El Reno, OK 73036-5304, (405) 422-1267
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AGRICULTURE
DIRECTORY Dr. Laura Gruntmeir Division Director and Professor 405-422-6244
Sam Nusz A.I. and E.T. Lab Director 405-422-1296
Meriruth Cohenour Equine Coordinator/Instructor and Equestrian Team Coach 405-422-1460
Scotti Charmasson A.I. and E.T. Lab Coordinator 405-422-1225
Dr. Clay Elliott Livestock Judging Team Coach 405-422-1404
Tanner Winter Asst. Livestock Judging Team Coach/Royse Ranch Arena Coord. 405-422-1458
April Offolter Agriculture Coordinator of Continuing Education 405-422-1492 Ed Zweiacher Professor 405-422-6293
Annie Pearson Marketing and Communications Coordinator 405-422-1486
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MISSION STATEMENT Redlands Community College provides a learner-centered environment committed to academic excellence strengthened through service and civic engagement. Value Statements Include: Learner-Centered Environment - Provide a rich academic environment in which learners engage in designing and completing individual educational goals. Academic Excellence - Provide opportunities for continuous academic growth through a challenging and rigorous curriculum enhanced by the application of research and technology. Collaboration and Service - Provide learning opportunities in collaboration with public and private partners that reinforce the value of service to others and strengthen ethical development and civic engagement.
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CAMPUS LIFE
WHY REDLANDS
The educational advantages of Redlands Community College are numerous. We have an open-door policy that encourages first-time and returning students to become a name not just a number. Admission requires no minimum GPA or ACT score, but may require an assessment test. No matter your background, you can attain great results at RCC.
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We kick off the fall semester each year with the Cougar Bash, a campus-wide event filled with food and fun, including world-famous onion burgers, games, and other activities. Activities continue throughout the year with music videos, concerts, volunteer activities, and leadership activities. Join any of the more than 20 student organizations on campus. Organizations include Aggie Club, Students in Free Enterprise, Phi Theta Kappa, Student Nursing Association, and more.
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From fully equipped science and computer labs to smart classrooms with IETV capabilities, your educational needs and expectations will be met and exceeded with the most up-to-date technologies available. The main campus encompasses 55 acres and includes several buildings, many of which have newly renovated classrooms and labs.
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Redlands Community College’s athletic facilities contain a Select Physical Therapy sports medicine clinic and Fitness for Life center. The Fitness for Life center provides access to the college’s indoor swimming pool, fitness workout room, racquetball court, indoor walking area, dry saunas and steam saunas. You can afford to attend RCC! No mandatory
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fees mean more of your cost is covered by programs such as Oklahoma’s Promise (OHLAP). Plus, we cost less than half as much as Oklahoma’s four-year institutions. This means you’ll save around $4,500 by spending your first two years with us. At the end of those two years, you’ll have an associate’s degree and be prepared to enter the workforce or enter the third year of a four-year bachelor’s degree. Campus Housing: Get your education and enjoy the dorm experience with a luxury feel at Cougar Crossing! Cougar Crossing residents enjoy fully-furnished two or four bedroom apartments featuring leather couches, leather lounge chairs, fullsized appliances, full beds, dining room tables and chairs, and much more. Walk to class, the cafeteria, the library or the campus book store, while living with others pursuing similar life goals. You and your friends will find plenty to do at Cougar Crossing. We host karaoke parties, movie nights on the big screen, cookouts, and tons more. Relax on one of the comfortable couches, work out in the fitness center, or hang out in the cyber lounge.
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Call (405) 422-1417 Redlands Community College 1300 South Country Club Rd El Reno, Oklahoma 73036-5304
ACADEMIC MAJORS ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE Agriculture (eleven option areas) Personal/Athletic Trainer (two option areas) Pre-Professional Sciences (three option areas)
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS Art Business Administration Criminal Justice Pre-Education (Elementary or Secondary) English Family Studies/Child Development General Studies Health, Physical Education & Recreation Psychology Social Studies Enterprise Development (two option areas)
ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE Applied Technology (five option areas) Business Administration Technology (seven option areas) Child Development Criminal Justice (four option areas) Early Childhood Center Management Equine Science Nursing, RN Sustainable Agriculture (two option areas) Emergency Medical Technology Paramedic
CAREER CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS Child Development Enology Viticulture Follow RCCcougar on:
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WHERE IS REDLANDS?
EL RENO 15 miles from OKC
Redlands Community College is located in El Reno, OK. El Reno is located just west of Oklahoma City. El Reno is rich in cultural history. El Reno is home to Historic Fort Reno, Canadian Country County Museum and the Heritage Express Rail Trolley. RCC is less than a mile from Crimson Creek Golf Course and Lake El Reno, a 300 acre lake that can be used recreationally for water skiing, jet skiing, swimming, boating and fishing.
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Frontier City Theme Park White Water Bay Oklahoma City Thunder (NBA) Oklahoma City Museum of Art Mat Hoffman Action Sports Park Myriad Botanical Gardens Rocktown Climbing Gym Bricktown District Oklahoma City National Memorial www.redlandscc.edu/agriculture
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DRIVING
DIRECTIONS Oklahoma City: I-40 W/US-270W 26.4 miles, take the Country Club Rd exit, EXIT 123, turn right onto S. Country Club Rd. Go 0.8 miles. RCC is on your left. Weatherford: I-40 E for 41.4 miles, take the Country Club Rd exit, EXIT 123, turn left onto S. Country Club Rd. Go 0.8 miles. RCC is on your left. Kingfisher: US-81 S/OK-3 E for 12.1 miles, merge onto US-81 S toward El Reno 11.4 miles, turn right onto W. Sunset Dr/I-40 BR/OK-66 for 1 mile, turn left onto S. Country Club Rd. Go Enid 0.8 miles. RCC is on your right. Chickasha: US-81 N for 31.3 miles, merge on I-40 W/US270 W via the ramp Weatherford on the LEFT toward Amarillo go 1.9 miles, take the Country Club Rd exit, EXIT 123, turn right onto S. Country Club Rd. Go 0.8 miles. RCC is on your left.
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RESTAURANTS Montana Mike’s Steakhouse Sunday - Thursday 11 a.m. til 9 p.m. Friday & Saturday 11 a.m. til 10 p.m.
Serapio’s Mexican Restaurant For Hours Call: (405) 262-7744 1637 E Highway 66 El Reno, OK 73036
1609 Southwest 27th El Reno, OK 73036
Sid’s Diner For Hours Call: (405) 262-7757 300 South Choctaw El Reno, OK 73036
Denny’s Restaurant For Hours Call: (405) 262-3535 2701 South Country Club Rd El Reno, OK 73036
Georgeo’s Mediterranean Cuisine Open For Lunch & Dinner 1218 Sunset Dr. El Reno, OK 73036
ACCOMMODATIONS Baymont Inn 1707 S.W. 27th Street El Reno, OK 73036 (405) 262-3050
Days Inn 2712 S. Country Club El Reno, OK 73036 (405) 262-8720
Best Western 2701 S Country Club El Reno, OK 73036 (405) 262-6490
Economy Express 2851 S. Highway 81 & I-40, El Reno, OK 73036 (405) 262-1022
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Motel 6 1506 Domino Lane El Reno, OK 73036 (405) 262-6060
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Royse Ranch
Cattle Operation
Historic Darlington Chapel and Vineyard
Artificial Insemination Lab
Cougar Crossing Student Housing
AGRICULTURE
Milking Parlor
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EQUESTRIAN 101 In riding competitions, the terms equitation and horsemanship indicate that riders are being judged on their ability to control and show the horse while maintaining the correct riding position. Intercollegiate riders have the added challenge of riding an unfamiliar horse that they draw in a lottery system just prior to their class. Riders must demonstrate the use of natural aids, or body signals from the seat, legs, hands and voice to communicate commands to the horse, all the while appearing comfortable, relaxed and balanced. The signals should be subtle or imperceptible to the judge and the spectators and exaggerated shifting of the rider’s weight is not desirable. The resulting performance shown by the horse is not to be considered more important than the methods used by the rider in obtaining them. Equitation--used to refer to the English styles of riding. Redlands does not compete in the English styles of riding. Horsemanship--most often used to refer to the Western style of riding. Stock seat is the designation for this equitation division, which is designed to evaluate the rider’s ability to execute, in concert with the horse, a set of maneuvers prescribed by the judge with precision and smoothness while exhibiting poise and confidence and maintaining a balanced, functional and fundamentally correct body position. The ideal horsemanship pattern is extremely precise with the rider and horse working in complete unison, executing each maneuver with subtle aids and cues. Both riding styles compete on the rail, where the riders enter the arena and show collectively at all required gaits on command from the judge. Western riders show at the walk, jog and lope. The judge may also require the rider to do an individual pattern in order to further test her ability. Once again, only the rider’s performance is judged, conveying the impression of complete control over her horse during the class. In horsemanship events, it is the rider and not the horse that is being judged. The actions of the horse are important only as they reflect on the horsemanship of the rider. Thus it is possible for a rider whose horse “acts up” to be placed among the winners because in the judges’ opinion the problem was met skillfully and solved. Conversely, a seemingly good ride may mean nothing more than a placed horse carrying an unwitting passenger. Reining--Western riders perform an individual, pre-assigned pattern from memory, demonstrating a variety of stops, turns and circles at various speeds. The emphasis for this class is on precision, technical application of natural aids and the rider’s ability to show unfamiliar horses. To rein a horse is not only to guide him, but also to control his every movement. The best reined horse should be willfully guided or controlled with little or no apparent resistance and dictated completely.
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Judges are usually looking for style of riding, accuracy and judgment in the use of the aids (hands, seat and legs), suppleness and lightness of hands and a general impression of complete, quiet control.
Common Judging Criteria: Posture: The position of the body, the legs, the hands, the head and eyes are all indicators of good horsemanship. The rider’s back should be straight, chest out, head and eyes ahead in an alert, relaxed position. The appearance of the rider should give the impression of alert buoyancy. The movements of the body should be those that derive naturally from the horse’s movements. Correct posture at all gaits and in all movements is a basic element that judges look for in horsemanship. Hands: A rider’s hands should keep a light but certain contact with the mouth of the horse. Reins should be on a straight line from the horse’s mouth to the rider’s elbow. Wrong lead: In a lope, the horse leading with the wrong leg is “on the wrong lead”. Moving clockwise a horse should be leading with his right front leg. Moving counterclockwise, he should lead with the left. Legs: Heels should be down. No excessive weight should be carried on the stirrups. Legs should be quiet under the rider at all times.
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INTERCOLLEGIATE HORSE SHOW ASSOCIATION
IHSA ZONE 7 - REGION II
The IHSA promotes competition for riders of all skill levels, who compete individually and as teams at regional, zone, and national levels. The association was founded on the principle that any college student should be able to participate in horse shows regardless of his or her financial status or riding level. Emphasis is on learning, sportsmanship, and fun. Competition plays a role but the students’ enthusiasm and team spirit are the major factors. The objective of IHSA competition is to offer the opportunity to riders in their first years of riding as well as to students with show experience. Eliminating the expense of shipping or even owning horses puts IHSA competitions within reach of many who would otherwise miss the equestrian experience.
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MERIRUTH COHENOUR
HEAD COACH 2nd SEASON
Meriruth Cohenour is beginning her second season as the Equestrian Team Coach at Redlands Community College. She is also the Equine Coordinator/Instructor for the program. Cohenour grew up in Claremore, Oklahoma. After high school, she moved to Stillwater to attend Oklahoma State University. Cohenour graduated in 2005 with a double major in Agricultural Communications and Animal Science. Her time in Stillwater was pivotal and shaped more than just her academic future. “I fell in love with the prairie,” Cohenour said. “After college graduation I decided central Oklahoma fit me best and I haven’t left since.” In 2010, Cohenour added a Masters Degree in Agricultural Education to her previous degrees from OSU. The timing could not have been more perfect as the job at Redlands opened up shortly after. Cohenour grew up showing horses in 4-H, APHA and PtHA all-around competition. She enjoyed showing stock horses the most but has ridden, trained and shown many different breeds including Welsh Ponies, Arabians, Warmbloods and Quarter Horses in disciplines such as driving, dressage, pleasure, trail and speed events. “My favorite discipline is whatever I am riding a good horse in at the time,” said Cohenour. She competed in horse judging from grade school to college and now judges open shows. “I have been given many opportunities to learn about this industry throughout my life. I feel it is my duty to pass on my knowledge to my students,” said Cohenour. “ I believe I am more than an instructor, I am an adviser. More than just me should benefit from my experience and I am willing to share it all with my students.” Cohenour is excited about not only the future of the program, but her student’s futures as well. “Whether it be about their education, future college choices, career, or even about their horse, I am always honored to try and help my students form an educated decision.” “This team is such a great opportunity for those students who want to keep showing but can’t afford it in college or for those that have always wanted to show and never had the chance. The IHSA format really lets the talented riders shine while giving everyone the chance to test their skills. At RCC, we strive to establish a true team spirit by pushing each other to be better riders, teammates, students and friends.”
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2011-2012 SEASON
SCHEDULE October
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February
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3-4 TBA
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May
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TBA
West Texas A&M University Texas Tech University
Canyon, Texas Lubbock, Texas
Redlands Community College
El Reno, Oklahoma
North Central Texas College Zone II
Gainesville, Texas California
Nationals
North Carolina
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EQUESTRIAN TEAM ROSTER Jimmy Doolin
Sophomore
Shawnee, OK
Megan Franklin
Sophomore
Gravette, AR
Rebecca Gilles
Sophomore
Edmond, OK
Jennifer Hayes
Freshman
Perkins, OK
Cheyenne Hutson
Sophomore
Shattuck, OK
Karen Laubach
Sophomore
Edmond, OK
Kaycee Reimer
Sophomore
Sickles, OK
Brittany Rucker
Sophomore
Edmond, OK
Katie Ruminer
Freshman
Yukon, OK
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SOPHOMORE RIDERS JIMMY DOOLIN
Sophomore • Shawnee, OK Show History: I have shown horses since I was 7 years old in 4-H shows but I started the last few years showing in Appaloosa breed shows and have been very successful. I show my Appaloosa in western pleasure and my Paint Mare did everything at the shows, but I am no longer showing her because of breeding purposes. Greatest Accomplishments: Reserve State Champion in halter with my Paint Mare at the State 4-H Horse Show out of 36 mares. One of the greatest accomplishments I have ever had, not related to showing, was being named an All-State basketball player in 2010, as well as making it to the basketball state semi-finals my senior year. Favorite Food: Italian, but if I was able to eat chicken every meal of the day I probably would! Hobbies: Showing my horse, running, playing basketball and just hanging out with friends. Career Goal: Start training racehorses and run one of my horses in the Kentucky Derby and the Breeder’s Cup World Championships
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MEGAN FRANKLIN
Sophomore • Gravette, AR Show History: Local dressage shows riding both Western and English
Greatest Accomplishments: Improving my riding and learning how to show on horses I’ve never ridden before Favorite Food: Pizza Hobbies: Horseback riding, horse training, reading, music, playing guitar, watching movies and hanging out with friends and family Career Goal: Become an equine chiropracter and ride, train, and show dressage horses
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REBECCA GILLES
Sophomore • Edmond, OK Show History: I have been showing horses for seven years Greatest Accomplishments: 2009 & 2010 Oklahoma State Champion for AQHA in 14-18 Reining. Two-time AQHA World Show qualifier Favorite Food: Steak Career Goal: Graduate nursing school. Become an RN then one day become a traveling nurse
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CHEYENNE HUTSON
Sophomore • Shattuck, OK Show History: Beginner
Greatest Accomplishments: Teaching my horses to jump as well as learning how to cut. Favorite Food: Fried chicken, mash potatoes, gravy and green beans Hobbies: Basketball, hunting, fishing, camping, horse back riding and ranching Career Goal: Degree in Equine Science
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KAREN LAUBACH
Sophomore • Edmond, OK Show History: Saddle Seat 2003-2006, H/J Circuit 2006-2009, Morgan Hunt Seat 2009-current, IHSA 2010-current Greatest Accomplishments: Breaking my pony to ride, finding God again, placing top five at Morgan Grand Nationals my first year showing Morgans and training my Morgan this year and having him be the best he’s ever been in his show career. Favorite Food: Rice Hobbies: Art, making horsehair bracelets, playing violin and going to church. Career Goal: To train show horses and their people in a variety of disciplines. Education wise, to get a bachelors in Human Nutrition from UCO after getting my Applied Associates in Equine Science at RCC.
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KAYCEE REIMER
Sophomore • Sickles, OK Show History: Shown 4-H since age nine and shown Palomino for the past four years Greatest Accomplishments: Palomino World Champion in trail, Reserve World Champion in hunter hack and hunter in hand geldings, numerous top 10 and top five awards. Salutatorian of my graduating class. Redlands Presidential Scholarship recipient, High Point Rider for our region for the equestrian team and top half of all high point riders as the only freshman and from the only community college. Favorite Food: Mexican Hobbies: Riding/showing horses Career Goal: Accounting and finance
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BRITTANY RUCKER
Sophomore • Edmond, OK
Show History: Saddle Seat in American Saddlebred Horse Association Greatest Accomplishments: Buying and funding my personal horse projects Favorite Food: Chicken Hobbies: Riding, school and playing the violin Career Goal: Horse and equestrian instructor
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FRESHMAN RIDERS JENNIFER HAYES
Freshman • Perkins, OK Show History: Hunter/Jumper in GO shows
Greatest Accomplishments: My greatest accomplishments were graduating high school as Valedictorian and helping to teach younger kids how to ride. Favorite Food: Chicken Pesto Tortellini from Joseppi’s Hobbies: Riding horses, driving with no place to go and spending time with my amazing family and friends Career Goal: I plan on getting my Associates in Equine Science, Bachelors in Marketing, and we will see what happens from there
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KATIE RUMINER
Freshman • Yukon, OK Show History: Beginner
Greatest Accomplishments: Going all through high school as an honor student Favorite Food: Fish! Hobbies: Church, riding, spending time with family and friends Career Goal: Equine assisted psychotherapist/masters in social work
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