There are 10 officers who are serving CSU's Collegiate Horsemen's Association chapter this year, plus our advisor.

Advisor: Trinette Ross

Hello, my name is Trinette Ross. I have many hats (don't we all) within the Equine sciences program. I am the coordinator and co-coordinator for ANEQ 102 and ANEQ 292 respectively, the Undergraduate Advisor for Equine Sciences, the Equine Teaching and Research Center Event Coordinator.  I am a PhD Student focused on Animal Nutrition. I attended Montana State University for my undergraduate degree (Animal Science- Livestock Production) then attended Texas A&M University for masters of science (Animal Science- Equine Nutrition). I previously worked at the University of Tennessee-Knoxville as a lecturer in the Animal Science Department. I also was the faculty advisor the equestrian team. I grew up as a recreational rider; after high school worked on a guest ranch for 6 years, drove teams on the National Elk Refuge, cutting horse trainer apprentice (competed as well), TB yearling sale prepping, TB broodmare/foaling assistant, riding instructor. Though I am originally from OR, I call WY my home state.  I look forward to meeting you all and helping where I can.

trinette.ross@colostate.edu

President: Alyssa Demaree

Hello! My name is Alyssa Demaree. I am from a small town in southern Indiana. I'm currently a sophomore double majoring in Equine Science and Psychology with a minor in Business Administration. This is my first year as an officer and second year as a member of CHA. I am also an Ag Ambassador for the College of Agricultural Sciences. During the summers I volunteer as a 4-H Horse and Pony leader. I bought my first horse when I was in the third grade and have owned horses ever since.

ademaree@rams.colost​ate.edu

Vice President: Randi Wood

My name is Randi Wood. I am a senior equine science major with a business administration minor. This will be my fourth year as a member for CHA and my third year as an officer. I am also a member of the pre-vet club and am applying to vet school this fall and will hopefully start next year. I have loved horses my whole life and have ridden all sorts of disciplines including western pleasure, dressage, and hunter/jumper. I currently own two horses, a thoroughbred named Promise and a paint named Rocky. I am looking forward to all of the great activities we have planned this year and to meeting all of our new members!

Secretary:   Samantha Aksamit

Treasurer: Nicole Swirsley

Hello everyone, my name is Nicole Swirsley.  I am a senior Equine Science major with a minor in Business Administration.  This is my fourth year with CHA and my third year as an officer.  I have been an avid horse lover my entire life and have been riding for about 14 years, mostly western riding.  I have gotten to experience lots of different sides of the equine industry and just got back from a six-month internship in Lexington, KY working with the Thoroughbred industry.  I am looking forward to all of the wonderful things we’re going to do as a club this year and can’t wait to get to know all of our new, horse-loving members.

iluvhorses@dslextreme.com

Information Director: Rachael Johnson

Hey everyone, my name is Rachael Johnson. I'm a Junior Animal Science Major. This is my second semester being with CHA as an officer. I've always enjoyed riding horses or even just being around them. I work part time at a vet clinic and in my spare time I like to swim, hike and of course ride horses. I'm very excited for this upcoming year with CHA!

Activities Director and Ag Council Rep: Jessica Payne

Hi My name is Jessica Payne
Im the Activities Director and Rep for Ag Council. I love horses and have grown up with them my entire life. I show APHA, AQHA, and PtHA. I just competed at the apha world show this past summer and came back with three top fives and a Reserve World Championship in JUmping 18 and under. I love to have fun with family and friends and i will stick with them every time 100%. I am a sophmore this year and majoring in Equine Sciences at COLORADO STATE. GO RAMS!!!!!! Love the school and the people and there isn't any other place I would want to be. I am fun to hang with and love to laugh. If you have questions just ask.

Promotions Director: Camille Vigil

Historian: Stephanie Champ

I am a senior transfer student and am studying Equine Science here at CSU. I am originally from Loveland. I enjoy everything having to do with horses. During the summers I help run the horse program at Highlands Presbyterian Camp up in Allenspark. I also have the great opportunity to volunteer on the schooling team at Hearts and Horses where I am working with their two wonderful molly mules. This will be my second year in the club and I am excited to be on the officer team this year as historian.

Ag. Council Representative: Amanda Clute

My name is Amanda Clute and I am a sophomore Equine Science major. This is my first year as an Agriculture Council Representative and my second year as a member of CHA. I have been riding for the past eleven years and I currently own an eleven-year-old thoroughbred that I actively show on the CHJA and USEF circuits. I am very excited for this years activities and to meet all of the new members!