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February 2005 Stanford Faculty Cowboy
Horses are as much a part of professor George Parker’s life as the Red Barn is a part of Stanford’s history. Parker was about 5 years old when he started riding, and he has owned horses most of his adult life. The Red Barn predates the University and was built to board Leland Stanford Sr.’s many trotting horses. So it made sense to ask the Business School’s Parker to head the advisory council when management of the Victorian-era structure transferred from a concessionaire to the University’s Athletics department. Now, through funding from a donor, the barn area is being renovated into a premier facility to include a new show arena, clubhouse, paddocks, and better training facilities, Parker said. Those boarding their horses at the Red Barn will include students, members of the University’s equestrian club, surrounding community members, and faculty and staff. In addition, university-owned animals will be available to students for lessons and intercollegiate competition. Parker has been a valuable resource in the transition, says Red Barn interim manager Vanessa Bartsch. “It’s great to have someone who knows his horses as well as has a keen business sense.” |
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