Talia Pierard

Hometown: Bloomington, Illinois
Degrees: Equestrian Science, A.A.S.; Horse Science Technology, A.A.S. 

Favorite Memory from My Time in the Equestrian Program 

My favorite memories were winning at the All-American Quarter Horse Congress and the AQHA World Show Judging contests, in addition to starting my personal colt this spring semester.

Competitive Teams & Highlights 

Horse Judging Team 

• Winning team at the All-American Quarter Horse Congress and the AQHA World Show  

• AQHA World Show Reserve Champion

• Junior College Division winning team at NACTA  

Western Show Team 

• Reserve Champion at both Regionals and Semifinals in the Level I Horsemanship 

• Competed alongside my close friends  

Next Up 

I will be earning a bachelor’s degree in Agribusiness at Illinois State University, with a focus on marketing.  I also plan to start and sell colts while continuing to show in the ranch riding events.

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