The Equine Studies Program at the University of Maryland has put together a line-up of 31 industry-leading speakers for their University Seminar Series to be hosted at the Maryland Horse World Expo, Jan. 20-23, 2011. This seminar series provides horse enthusiasts the opportunity to learn up-to-date information about a variety of equine related topics. Professionals from all facets of the equine industry will present on everything from health and nutrition to business and politics.

This educational event is held each year as part of the Horse World Expo located at the Maryland State Fairgrounds in Timonium, Md.

A new addition to this year's Maryland World Horse Expo is the Virginia/Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine's Marion DuPont Scott Equine Medical Center Presents day on Jan. 21. The day will feature veterinarians that will speak on subjects including lameness, gastric ulcers, and tips for gaining entry into veterinary school.

Show hours are Thursday, Jan. 20 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday, Jan. 21 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday, Jan. 22 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Sunday, Jan. 23 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission to the University Seminars is free with paid entrance to the Horse World Expo