As the first year of Keeneland's partnership with the Ed Brown Society (EBS) continues, the partners are happy to announce the first cohort of Keeneland placements through the Ed Brown Scholars and Fellows Program. Ed Brown Scholars, Jordyn Elder and Jaida Alee, have been placed as student interns, and Ed Brown Fellow Timothy Campbell, Jr. has been placed as a Keeneland Library Associate.
Jaida Alee is a sophomore at the University of Kentucky, majoring in Equine Science and Management. Jordyn Elder is on schedule to graduate with honors, from Kentucky State University in May of 2023, with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Timothy Campbell, Jr. is a December 2022 graduate of the University of Kentucky, with a Master of Arts in History.
Plans and preparations are also underway for the inaugural Ed Brown Race Day at Keeneland, scheduled for Sunday, April 23rd. The day will begin with a Meet and Greet at the Keeneland Library, where attendees will be able to visit the recently unveiled “Heart of the Turf: Racings Black Pioneers” exhibit. EBS Chairman Greg Harbut and President Ray Daniels, and their journey as owners of Kentucky Derby runner, Necker Island, are all highlighted within the exhibit.
“We are very happy about the strides we are making in year one of our partnership with Keeneland,” said Ray Daniels. “Facilitating these opportunities for Jaida, Jordyn and Timothy will undoubtedly further their journeys toward successful career placements within their respective disciplines. We are also looking forward to an exciting Ed Brown Race Day that will allow our supporters to enjoy an incredible day at Keeneland – one of the most charming venues in all of Thoroughbred racing.”
“We are excited to welcome Jordyn, Jaida and Timothy to the Keeneland team this spring,” Keeneland President and CEO Shannon Arvin said. “Keeneland and Ed Brown Society share a commitment to create diversity among our industry leaders, and we look forward to providing more opportunities for people from all backgrounds.”
Keeneland became a member of the Ed Brown Partnership in October of 2022. The Ed Brown Partnership is the highest designated level of participation, in support of the work of the Ed Brown Society (EBS). EBS is named in honor of Edward Dudley Brown, who was born into slavery in Lexington, Ky., and went on to become one of the most accomplished horsemen in the history of Thoroughbred racing.
Founded in 2020, EBS celebrates the rich history of African-Americans in the Thoroughbred industry, and creates opportunities for young people of color to gain exposure, training and experience, through scholarships, fellowships and internships, that will qualify them to successfully embark upon professional careers in all aspects of the Thoroughbred industry.
About the Ed Brown Society
Founded by Living The Dream Stables, the Ed Brown Society (EBS) celebrates the rich history of African-Americans in the equine industry while creating opportunities for young people of color to gain industry exposure, training and experience, through academic scholarships, development programming and professional internships. EBS focuses on identifying and qualifying students of color, with demonstrated interest, skills and commitment, to become successful professionals in all aspects of the equine industry. For more information about EBS visit www.EdBrownSociety.org.
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