Faculty Member Profile

John J. Bennett, Jr.

Horse Unit Supervisor

Joined UConn Animal Science Department in 1986

Hobbies or Non-Academic Interests

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Phone number 860-486-2034

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Background:

John obtained his B.S. degree from the University of Connecticut in 1974. He has operated a public stable since 1978.

Awards Received:

Alpha Gamma Rho – distinguished service award for production Agriculture

2002 - AMHA Hall of Fame Award

The AMHA Hall of Fame Award annually recognizes three or four people who have given long-term support to the breed through the activities of the AMHA. The award, introduced in 1985, has seen 46 outstanding individuals selected for their contributions.

Courses Taught:

ANSC 281	Horse Selection and Evaluation
ANSC 288	Advanced Animal and Product Evaluation
SAAS 066	Management Skills and Practices - Horses
SAAS 081	Horse Selection and Evaluation

Hobbies and Non-Academic Interests:

Antique hunting, finding and reading rare books, exhibiting and judging at horse shows

President – Windham County Farm Bureau

Board of Directors – CT Horse Show Assoc.

Board Member – New England Horsemen’s Council