From 2001 to 2006, K-State experienced a 208% increase in the number of enrollees in equine-related classes. By completing this facility students would have a state of the art facility for equine studies. The Equestrian and Rodeo teams would have facilities to use and it would provide a location for spectators of the equestrian team. Across the country, few colleges offer equine minors and that facility would allow animal science students to better their education. K-State’s judging teams, rodeo team and NCAA-sanctioned women’s equestrian team compete against other well-equipped universities on a daily basis. The time has come for K-State’s own equine education center. The modern structure will also house instruction and research in equine-assisted development and therapy for humans.There is a small amount of controlled research data and qualified instructors with a substantial need to fill this void. Graduates of K-State’s equine-assisted therapy program will have conducted research to arrive at research-based, scientific evidence and have the understanding of both the equine and human aspects.