Upcoming Events

ESS Virtual Journal Club: Two Sessions Remain for 2026!

Don’t miss your chance to dive into the latest research and connect with fellow equine science enthusiasts, educators, and extension professionals. Each session is led by an ESS discipline committee and hosted on Zoom.

  • October 21, 2026: Production and Management (3:00 p.m. CT)
  • November 23, 2026: Reproductive Physiology (12:00 p.m. CT)

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ESS SYMPOSIUM
CALL FOR ABSTRACTS
DUE JANUARY 18, 2027!

SAVE THE DATE: #ESS2027

The 30th ESS Biennial Symposium will be hosted by The Pennsylvania State University at the Hershey Lodge (Hershey, PA, USA), from May 24 to 27, 2027.

Start preparing your abstract now for the chance to share your research with the global equine science community!

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ESS is on LinkedIn!

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Love the equine science community as much as we do? Follow our new page—a space for researchers, educators, students, vets, industry leaders, and everyone in between to connect, share, and grow together.

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ESS Apparel Is Here

Our official apparel store is live, powered by Lands’ End! Whether you’re headed to the barn, the office, or the next ESS Biennial Symposium, show your ESS pride in style.

As a valued ESS member, you get exclusive perks: 20% off all Lands’ End merchandise, plus an extra 20% off logo embroidery—no promo code needed! Your discount is automatically applied at checkout, so shopping is easy. Browse a great selection of customizable gear featuring our logo, and place your order today!

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ESS Student Webinars

Advance Your Skills with Eight Free Student Webinars!

If you’re looking to level up your career skills, check out the ESS Student Webinars—eight expert-led lectures covering everything from acing academic and industry interviews to writing standout abstracts and mastering conference networking.

The best part? They’re completely free and open to everyone, no ESS membership required!

Click each title to watch past webinar recordings, listed below:

Video of Webinar:
McGowan Writing an Abstract

Thank You to Our 2025 and 2026 Sponsors

2025-2026 Renewal Notice

Your membership in ESS is now eligible for online renewal for the period of January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2026. Please note the membership fee structure is a two-year cycle and has increased to reflect the costs of added benefits.

A special one-year membership rate is offered during even-numbered, non-Biennial Symposium years at 50% off the regular membership rate!

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Renew today to keep enjoying the benefits of ESS membership, including access to the Journal of Equine Veterinary Science, discounted Biennial Symposium registration, networking with fellow equine science professionals, and exclusive career development resources.

Not a member yet? Join ESS now to start taking advantage of these benefits and become part of a growing community of researchers, educators, students, and industry professionals dedicated to advancing equine science!

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The Equine Science Society (ESS) promotes quality research on equine-related topics and strives to establish effective communication among researchers, educators, extension personnel, and industry professionals across all aspects of equine science.

The society also hosts a Biennial Symposium and collaborates with other organizations that share similar or related interests.

The society recognizes diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential to a vibrant and successful organization. We embrace diversity across our scientific and equestrian disciplines, as well as in the identities and experiences of our members and stakeholders. We strive to create opportunities for equity and inclusion, and to encourage active, meaningful participation from all of our members and clientele.