About
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Randi C. Heathman is a professional educational consultant with over twenty years of experience in higher education, coupled with a lifelong dedication to equestrian sports.
With a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Master of Arts in Communication Studies, Heathman's expertise was refined during her tenure as the Senior Assistant Director of Admission at Albion College in the early 2000s. There, she was instrumental in application reviews, admission committee deliberations, coordinating campus visits, and guiding families through the scholarship and financial aid awarding process, simultaneously contributing to Albion's equestrian program as a recruiter, mentor, and as advisor to the equestrian club.
Notably, Heathman played a pivotal role in establishing Albion's riding program in 2004, an initiative stemming from her undergraduate honors thesis, "Enhancing Education through Equitation: A Promotional Plan for an Equestrian Facility at Albion College." Her extensive experience in the admissions office endowed her with invaluable insights into the college application process, particularly within the context of intercollegiate riding, knowledge that culminated in a recent stint as director of the Held Equestrian Center at Albion from 2021 to 2023.
Heathman's practice is enriched by her extensive network, including connections with enrollment officers, coaches, and support personnel nationwide. As the sole independent educational consultant possessing expertise in both enrollment and the management of intercollegiate equestrian programs, she upholds high ethical and professional standards with memberships in the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA) and the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC).
Her commitment to continuous learning and engagement within both the equestrian and educational communities is evident through her active participation in numerous college campuses visits, workshops, and recruiting events annually.
A seasoned equestrian, Heathman competes as a member of the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) and the United States Dressage Federation (USDF) where her accomplishments include a GAIG/USDF Regional Championship in 2009 with her Dutch Warmblood gelding, Ricochet, and achieving her USDF bronze and silver medals. Currently, she competes aboard Kashmir H, whom she bought as a foal and has developed to FEI under the watchful eye of longtime mentor Maryal Barnett.
Heathman's contributions to the equine educational sphere extend to her role as a popular speaker, author of Horses for Courses: The Definitive Guidebook for the Prospective College Equestrian, and a respected voice in equestrian media. Her insights are frequently sought by peers and she is an influential figure in equestrian-focused educational circles. To that end, she has personally visited over 150 unique college and university campuses, reflecting her commitment to providing nuanced, informed guidance to her students and their families.
Discover more about Heathman's experience by catching her in one of the expert sessions with Ride IQ or on a 2024 episode of The Plaidcast, where she offers valuable advice on the college search process for equestrian students.
With a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Master of Arts in Communication Studies, Heathman's expertise was refined during her tenure as the Senior Assistant Director of Admission at Albion College in the early 2000s. There, she was instrumental in application reviews, admission committee deliberations, coordinating campus visits, and guiding families through the scholarship and financial aid awarding process, simultaneously contributing to Albion's equestrian program as a recruiter, mentor, and as advisor to the equestrian club.
Notably, Heathman played a pivotal role in establishing Albion's riding program in 2004, an initiative stemming from her undergraduate honors thesis, "Enhancing Education through Equitation: A Promotional Plan for an Equestrian Facility at Albion College." Her extensive experience in the admissions office endowed her with invaluable insights into the college application process, particularly within the context of intercollegiate riding, knowledge that culminated in a recent stint as director of the Held Equestrian Center at Albion from 2021 to 2023.
Heathman's practice is enriched by her extensive network, including connections with enrollment officers, coaches, and support personnel nationwide. As the sole independent educational consultant possessing expertise in both enrollment and the management of intercollegiate equestrian programs, she upholds high ethical and professional standards with memberships in the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA) and the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC).
Her commitment to continuous learning and engagement within both the equestrian and educational communities is evident through her active participation in numerous college campuses visits, workshops, and recruiting events annually.
A seasoned equestrian, Heathman competes as a member of the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) and the United States Dressage Federation (USDF) where her accomplishments include a GAIG/USDF Regional Championship in 2009 with her Dutch Warmblood gelding, Ricochet, and achieving her USDF bronze and silver medals. Currently, she competes aboard Kashmir H, whom she bought as a foal and has developed to FEI under the watchful eye of longtime mentor Maryal Barnett.
Heathman's contributions to the equine educational sphere extend to her role as a popular speaker, author of Horses for Courses: The Definitive Guidebook for the Prospective College Equestrian, and a respected voice in equestrian media. Her insights are frequently sought by peers and she is an influential figure in equestrian-focused educational circles. To that end, she has personally visited over 150 unique college and university campuses, reflecting her commitment to providing nuanced, informed guidance to her students and their families.
Discover more about Heathman's experience by catching her in one of the expert sessions with Ride IQ or on a 2024 episode of The Plaidcast, where she offers valuable advice on the college search process for equestrian students.
