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Dr. Cory Kieschnick serves as Professor and Chair of the Department of Equine Science and Management at Delaware Valley University, where she has been a core faculty member since 2001. She concurrently holds the position of Director of Equestrian Sports and has coached DelVal's Hunt Seat IHSA Team since 2002, demonstrating dual expertise in academic leadership and competitive equestrian program development.
Her educational qualifications include:
- Ed.D. from Delaware Valley University
- M.S. from Delaware Valley University
- B.S. from the University of Tennessee
Dr. Kieschnick's professional focus centers on practical equine science applications, with specialized knowledge in equestrian sports management, horse training methodologies, and equine health. Her industry background—developed through management at premier hunter jumper facilities, professional grooming for top breeding operations, and competitive riding experience—provides distinctive real-world context for her academic work, bridging theoretical instruction with hands-on industry practices.
No scientific awards were documented in the source material.
While specific graduate student advising or research grants aren't detailed, her leadership as department chair and equestrian director involves comprehensive oversight of undergraduate curriculum development, faculty mentorship, and program funding. She has been instrumental in establishing DelVal's nationally recognized equine programs through strategic partnerships with industry stakeholders.
Under her direction, the Equestrian Sports program integrates competitive IHSA team participation with academic coursework, utilizing university facilities to deliver experiential learning that prepares students for careers across the equine industry spectrum—from breeding operations to competitive sports management.
