Officers

Caylyn Mira - President

Caylyn is from Howell, Michigan. She is a senior currently studying Political Science to be an advocate for equine rights. Caylyn has been obsessed with horses since she was little. As a freshman she competed with MSU Stock Seat Team and also adopted her horse pictured above.  One of her goals this year is to create opportunities for members and get to know everyone in the club. 

You can contact her at miracayl@msu.edu


Joslyn Miller - Vice President

Joslyn is from Plainwell Michigan. Currently a junior majoring in Animal Science. Studying for a career in Equine Management. Joslyn is excited to connect with professionals in the Equine industry. 

You can contact her at mill3272@msu.edu.  

Lily Carlyon - Co-Treasurer

My name is Lily Carlyon and I am currently a sophomore studying Agribusiness Management at MSU! I have grown up on a performance horse farm and have been showing horses my whole life. I currently own an 11 year old solid paint gelding named Finn! I am very excited to be serving on MSU Horsemens Board! Bleed Green!

You can contact her at carlyonl@msu.edu

Ella Schmidt - Co-Treasurer

Hi! I’m Ella Schmidt and I am a freshman’s majoring in agribusinesses management and minoring in agronomy! I have been involved with horse since I was a little girl. I currently own a paint gelding named George, and show the all around with him! I also ride on the MSU stock team! I’m super excited to be apart of horseman’s association and for what this year has to bring! Go green!

You can contact her at schmi891@msu.edu


Brooke Voelker - Merchandise/Fundraising

Brooke is from Paris, Michigan. She is a senior majoring in Animal Science and minoring in Agribusiness Management with future plans to become an animal nutritionist. Brooke is excited to recruit students from all backgrounds to grow their love and appreciation for the equine industry.

You can contact her at voelkerb@msu.edu.

Colette Bockrath - Secretary

Colette is from Rochester Michigan, currently a sophomore majoring in Animal Science with a concentration in Animal Biology and Pre-Veterinary Medicine. In high school she competed all over the Midwest in jumpers and equitation, now she rides for the MSU Hunt Seat Team. Colette is excited to connect with and learn from all the industry professional speakers and opportunities the club provides. 

You can contact her at bockrat3@msu.edu. 

Ellana Haifley - Communications

Ellana is from Three Rivers, Michigan. She is a Junior studying Animal Science with a Pre-Vet concentration and plans to become and Equine Sports Medicine Veterinarian. Her passion for horses started when she was in 4th grade and has shown in many disciplines throughout her career. Ellana is excited to make connections through Horseman's Association and share her love for horses. 

You can contact her at haifleye@msu.edu

Paige Strawska -Legal Affairs

My name is Paige! I spent 4 years in the Marine Corps and am now a Junior here at MSU! I have two quarter horses named Tessa and Mo. My major is Political Science – Prelaw and hope to go to law school within the next two years. I am the head of Legal Affairs for MSUHA and have loved every minute of it. MSUHA hosts many events, and my favorite is the Green & White Fuzzy Show. I’ve had so much fun being a part of MSUHA and would love for you to join us. 

You can contact her at strawsk12@msu.edu


Hannah Bechinski - Event Planning

Hannah is from Clarkston, MI. Currently majoring in Psychology and Advertising Management, Hannah is pursuing graduate school in Psychology. Hannah is pictured above with her Appaloosa mare, Dirty GoldDigger, A.K.A. "Barley." Her passion for horses and the equine industry began in elementary school and has grown as she explored various disciplines. Hannah looks forward to coordinating exciting social events that allow Horsemen's Association members to form lasting friendships. 

You can contact her at bechins1@msu.edu

Cassidy Bartkowiak-Event Planning

Cassidy is from Grand Blanc Michigan. She is a junior majoring in Public Relations and minoring in business. Her dream career is to have a job in communications in the horse industry. She has grown up with horses her whole life and has been showing since she was 10 years old. She is excited to find more connections in the horse industry through this club as well as plan fun events for all the members to enjoy.


You can contact her at bartko26@msu.edu.


Maddie Tomasek - Event Planning

Maddie grew up around horses, she could ride before she could walk. She started in the Pleasure world and then  switched over to Rodeo world. Maddie is also a part of the Rodeo Club and sits on their board as Vice President. She also apart of the Event Planning Committee for Horseman's. Her favorite Color is purple. Maddie has Epilepsy, and is a Pre-Nursing Major.  

You can contact her at tomasek7@msu.edu

Andrea Luttman - Advisor 

Andrea is a 3rd-year Genetics & Genome Sciences PhD Candidate who will be studying stress resilience in pigs under Dr. Cathy Ernst in the Animal Science department. She graduated from MSU's Animal Science department in 2019. She has helped run the MSUHA Green & White Show a few different years and is a Board Officer for the Friends of the MSU HTRC organization.

You can contact her at luttman3@msu.edu