Faculty and Staff
Mr. Bruce Mandeville, Department Chair, teaches equine business, law and facility design courses. He holds degrees in law and commerce and has competed in two Olympic Games, two World Championships, and two Pan-American Games.
Sheri (West) Birmingham, DVM, is
Assistant Professor of Equine Science. She teaches Equine Anatomy and Physiology, Equine Nutrition, Forage Analysis and Equine Care and Health Management.
Maria S. Calderone, DVM, teaches courses
about equine medical, surgical and health-related issues for Equine Preveterinary Medicine/Pregraduate students and Equine Veterinary Health Technology students.
Ms. Lucy (Henderson) Cryan is the Director of Equestrian Studies and Farm Manager. She teaches freshman labs, the Teaching Methods courses, independent studies and practicums such as Trailer Driving, Novice Bandaging, and Equine Training and Marketing.
Ms. Kari Briggs is the Assistant Director of Equestrian Studies. She teaches riding lessons, coaches the dressage and event teams, and teaches some of the equine labs.
Mr. Michael McNutt is an AFA Certified Journeyman Farrier. He instructs the farrier science classes.
Michael L. Schmall, DVM teaches systems courses.
