Brieanna Hughes

NYS 4-H Equine Youth Specialist, Animal Science

Brieanna brings a wealth of experience and passion to her role. With roots deeply planted in 4-H and a career spanning equine management, education, and community outreach, she embodies the essence of equine advocacy and youth empowerment.

Based outside of Saratoga Springs, New York, Brieanna fosters the next generation of equestrians while championing sustainable agriculture and promoting the enduring legacy of the horse racing industry. Guided by the 4-H motto, "To make the Best Better," she is committed to inspiring excellence, fostering connections, and shaping the future of the equine workforce.

Extension Focus

Statewide responsibilities within the New York State 4-H Youth Development Program, providing leadership for 4-H Equine Programming.

Education

Master of Science, Agriculture and Extension Education, West Virginia University 2018
Bachelor of Technology, Animal Science with an Equine Concentration, State University of New York at Cobleskill, 2015

Recent Research

Hughes, Brieanna, "Perceptions of Students, Faculty, and Staff Concerning Visitation Dogs on College Campuses" (2018). Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports. 7190. https://researchrepository.wvu.edu/etd/7190

Hughes, Brieanna, “Economic Impact of COVID-19 on Equine Related Businesses in New York State” (2020). Cornell Cooperative Extension Equine (CCE Equine) and The New York State Horse Council (NYSHC). “Economic Impact of COVID-19 on Equine Related Businesses in New York State” (2020). - Search (bing.com)

Contact Information

113 Frank Morrison Hall
Ithaca, NY 14853

(607) 254-5387

bh548 [at] cornell.edu

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Field Note

April 22, 2024

Brieanna Hughes: Empowering youth through equine education

The New York State 4-H Horse Program and Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) offer a wide variety of equine projects and activities to New York youth ages 5–19. Brieanna Hughes is the New York State 4-H equine youth specialist. With a background...

Cornell Cooperative Extension
Animal Science
Animals

Field Note

May 16, 2022

Animal Crackers: Youth explore careers in animal science

Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) and the New York State 4-H Youth Development program recently held Animal Crackers, a full-day interactive event for students aged eight and up with interest in animal science. This year’s event happened on May 7th and marked the first year of returning to entirely in-person programming. Dana Palmer, Senior Extension Associate of Cornell’s 4-H Youth Extension, reflects on this year’s successes.

Cornell Cooperative Extension
Animal Science
Animals

Brieanna Hughes

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