Pharmacia Animal Health recently announced a $5,000 pledge to a fundraising campaign supporting the Equine Science Center at Cook College of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey.

The campaign goal is to raise $7 million by 2004. Funds will be used to expand programs at the Equine Science Center, upgrade facilities, and add distance learning options. In addition, an endowment fund will be established to help Cook College continue to attract and retain the best educators and students in the field of equine sciences. Along with its pledge, Pharmacia supports the Equine Science Center’s mission–furthering the health, well-being and athletic performance of the horse and the equine industry through education research, outreach and policy.

“At Pharmacia, we are committed to being a strong partner in the equine industry. The company provides technologies, resources and research in a constant quest to discover solutions for equine lameness and other diseases,” says Joanne Bicknese, DVM, ELS, global veterinary medical director, Pharmacia Animal Health.

“Our sponsorship of the Cook College campaign reflects our commitment to education, technology and research for the equine industry, as well as to New Jersey, home of our company headquarters,” she says