Equestrian Center
The Department of Animal and Range Sciences'** Equestrian Center** is used to facilitate:
departmental, equestrian and livestock instruction
- to host collegiate regional and national horse shows.
The facility is also available for: * off-campus livestock activities
- State FFA judging contests
- the State 4-H Convention
- other youth livestock organizations
The first phase of construction of the Equestrian Center has been completed. A dedication/grand opening was held on April 24, 2003. "We're very grateful for all the people who have supported it and look forward to having a lot more activity in this part of campus", said Dr. Mark Wise, head of the Animal and Range Sciences Department.
The 3,885 square-foot facility houses a classroom, tack room, locker rooms and offices for instructors and coaches.
The $652,500 facility was funded with $100,000 in severance tax money and $500,000 from a statewide educational bond issue. The remaining funding came from private donations and college funds.
Initial – Completed.
Second – A covered 44,300 square foot arena with floor-to-rafters seating for 1,000 spectators will be built. The new arena will be open on all sides but will have solid support for the roof. It will contain a press box, television stand, and concession stands.
Final – The walls on all sides will be built for complete enclosure, heating and cooling systems will be installed. The total cost for the livestock and equine center will be $5 million.
Persons or organizations interested in participating in the fund-raising campaign can contact:
Dean, College of Agriculture and Home Economics Box 30003, MSC 3AG New Mexico State University Las Cruces, NM 88003 Phone: 505-646-3748