Linn-Benton Community College - Equine and Animal Science Programs

Linn-Benton Community College is located in Albany Oregon and is a two year public community college. Linn-Benton Community College offers Associate's degrees in a wide variety of different subjects. Two of the degrees that are offered are Associate of Science with an emphasis in Animal Science or an Associate of Science with an emphasis in Equine Science.

Linn-Benton Community College prides itself on providing practical instruction and being able to assist students in meeting their learning objectives. The curriculum is designed to be the first step toward students being able to meet the lower division requirements that are needed to transfer to a major university. Students who complete an Associate of Science degree with an emphasis in Animal Science will:

By able to successfully apply multiple species animal husbandry skills and concepts within the livestock and equine industry.

Students will be able to apply the skills that they have learned to find employment in animal agriculture.

Utilize the appropriate skills and technology that is available to successfully manage money and keep organized records

Effectively research nutrition, management, marketing, health, and reproduction issues.

Students will be able to effectively communicate their thoughts and ambitions using vocabulary that is specific to the industry.

Students who complete an Associate of Science Degree with an emphasis in Equine Science will be able to:

Apply equine husbandry skills as a transfer student.

Research nutrition, basic management, marketing, health, reproduction, and training issues in horses.

Communicate with different equine professionals using the appropriate vocabulary.

Successfully manage records and finances using computation skills and technology.

The courses that students are required to complete successfully will enable them to transfer to a four year school where they will have the opportunity to complete the bachelor's degrees. Students who choose to pursue either one of the equine programs should have a strong background in life sciences and mathematics. Students are required to complete several coursed in chemistry, biology, and math as well as different courses that are focused on baccalaureate core perspectives. There are also courses available that will provide practical instructional experiences in animal science and other equine related fields.

All classes are held in very modern classrooms and laboratories that are equipped with microcomputers, microscopes, and any other lab equipment that is necessary for the students to complete their coursework. There is a great amount of emphasis placed on hands on activities and experiences. Some of the classes will require that students utilize some of the local livestock producers for in the field laboratory exercises.

Students are also allowed the opportunity to participate in a cooperative work experience program. Students who are enrolled in the Animal Science program can earn up to 14 hours of college credit for on the job training that they receive through the Linn-Benton Community College Cooperative Work Experience Program. Students who are interested in this option should speak with their major area instructors and the Cooperative Work Experience coordinator.

For students who are ready to enter the work force, Linn-Benton Community College also offers an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Horse Management. The Horse Management program is a vital part of the equine department. The program is housed in a state of the art facility and emphasizes both breeding management training of horses. Students who attend Linn-Benton Community College and pursue any of the offered animal science and equine related degrees will experience the best education available, whether or not they are planning to enter the job market after two years of education or if they plan to continue their education by going on to a four year institution.

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Community Involvement Can Improve High School Rankings

High School Rankings concern everyone. From the school board members on down through school administrators, teachers, staff, parents, and students, High School Rankings show, at a glance, how well a school is doing. Test scores on state and national tests, the successes of students with a low socioeconomic background, and how many students take advanced placement exams are all considered. If you look a bit further into the schools that are at the top of High School Rankings, you will most likely find that an active surrounding community is vital to the success of the schools that find themselves at the top of High School Rankings.

But what about the schools that are on the lower end of High School Rankings spectrum? How can getting the community and community leaders more involved in the school help improve their standings in High School Rankings? Well, the ways to help them are numerous.

For one, local businesses can donate money. Schools that are doing poorly, as reflected in High School Rankings, typically could use some more cash to implement programs that will help them improve. In several states, schools that are at the top of High School Rankings receive monetary bonuses; schools that are struggling receive nothing but shame, and the threat of closure. Supporting local schools with financial donations can help move the struggling school closer to improvement.

Another way those communities can help improve schools that are not at the top of High School Rankings is to donate supplies. Many kids go to school not able to afford basic school supplies, and the schools themselves often divert supply money to try to pay for special programs and teachers to implement them.

Perhaps the biggest and most important way to see improvement in a low-performing school listed at the bottom of High School Rankings for the community to help and support their schools is to donate time. So many kids that attend struggling schools are from single-parent homes, where moms or dads are working multiple jobs just to make ends meet. If these kids have to go home after school and take care of younger siblings and do chores, they are less likely to study and do homework. If the family is poor, kids may be hungry, and that's no way to learn. For kids like these attending schools low on the High School Rankings list, a tutor or mentor is invaluable. Tutors come to the school in question, working with an assigned student in their preferred subject. In other words, volunteer tutors can pick which subjects they'd like to help out in. Mentors can be paired with students to build relationships that they might otherwise lack. These mentors can come to the low-performing school on the High School Rankings list during the school day for lunch or elective classes, or meet up with their student after school. Many mentors get to know the student's family as well and actually inspire them to get more involved in their child's school. In addition, spending time with a mentor helps keep a teen out of trouble.

Patricia Hawke is a staff writer for Schools K-12, providing free, in-depth reports on all U.S. public and private K-12 schools. For more information please visit High School Rankings

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